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Building Permits in Louisville, Kentucky

Part of Jefferson County.

We have not yet verified rules published by Louisville itself. Below are the Kentucky rules that apply, and where to ask.

Where to apply

Permits in Louisville are issued by the city's building or planning department. If the city does not run its own permit office, Jefferson County handles applications.

Permit guides