Building
Inspection

101 E. Vine St.,
Second Floor
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 258-3770
Fax: (859) 258-3780


Director:
Dewey Crowe

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Electrical

The Division of Building Inspection is responsible for the administration, enforcement and issuance of electrical permits and the over-site of electrical inspections.


LICENSING: The Commonwealth of Kentucky electrical licenses are regulated and issued through the Office of Housing and Construction in Frankfort, Kentucky. Currently, Kentucky issues (3) classes of electrical licenses:
  • Electrical Contractor,
  • Master Electrician and
  • Electrician.

For additional licensing information, please contact (502) 573-2002.


PERMITS: Electrical permits are required for all electrical work in Fayette County. Electrical Contractors may obtain electrical permits if they hold a Master Electrician license or employ a Master Electrician. Electrical Contractors must also have a LFUCG business license. Homeowners may obtain e lectrical permits for work on property they own and currently reside. Homeowner electrical permits cannot be issued for vacant property, rental property, duplexes or mobile homes. Electrical permits cost $10.00 ea. cash or check only. For additional permitting information, please contact the LFUCG Division of Building Inspection at (859) 258-3770.
INSPECTIONS: All electrical work must be inspected. Electrical inspections can be obtained through Commonwealth Inspection Bureau. For scheduling and fee information, please contact (859) 263-7800.