Building Inspection
Building Inspection's goal is to ensure safe construction of projects by enforcing the Kentucky Building Code.
Do you have a question about Building Inspection? Email buildinginspection@lexingtonky.gov.
Permit fees
Current permit fees took effect July 1, 2019. A comprehensive review and restructuring of building permit fees was included as a part of the recently approved city budget for FY20. The changes primarily impact the residential sector with some limited impact to the commercial sector.
Contractor registration
We have now registered over 1,600 contractors to work in Lexington-Fayette County under the new Contractors Registration Ordinance.
This ordinance requires all contractors to register with the Building Inspection. For additional information call us. Unregistered contractors cannot obtain building permits.
Homeowner's corner
Permits that residents and homeowners need in order to build or make renovations to their property.
One-Stop Shop
Lexington's One-Stop Shop can help walk you through the commercial and residential permitting process.
News
Truck-a-Palooza shifts gears, moves online
Virtual Truck-a-Palooza event provides an up-close look at City vehicles.