(A) (1) Two sets of detailed plans and specifications for:
(a) Construction of any new structure (as such term is defined in § 152.40(B));
(b) The reconstruction, remodeling, improving, or changing of the footprint or exterior configuration or appearance of any existing structure (as such term is defined in § 152.40(B));
(c) The interior remodeling or reconstruction of any existing structure which requires Louisville Metro/the county permit(s); or
(d) The movement of earth, or construction or reconstruction of any land feature that may impact drainage.
(2) Shall be submitted to the city before any construction is begun, and no construction shall begin before a permit is issued by the city. The plans and specifications shall also clearly designate each structure or area for which the permit is being sought, and its location in a plat view of the property.
(B) Upon approval of the plans, a building permit shall be issued by the city covering the construction requested, and the applications, plans, and specifications shall be referred to the Louisville Metro/the county building permit office for the issuance of the required permit(s). No construction shall begin until all applicable governing bodies have issued the required permits.
(C) Any changes to the plans and specifications submitted to the city for a new construction permit or a reconstruction permit must be submitted to the city for approval in advance of any construction based on such changes. No construction based on such changes shall begin until a new or revised permit is issued.
(D) Copies of all permits issued by the city shall be provided to and maintained by the City Clerk.
(E) There shall be paid to the city a non-refundable permit fee in amounts and forms fixed by the city to address the costs of plan analysis, permit issuance, compliance monitoring, and completion inspection. The permit fee shall be paid before a permit may be issued.
(F) (1) The required permit fees are set as follows. The assessed fee for any given project shall be determined by the Public Works Director or authorized city official based on the extent, complexity, inspection requirements, and public risk of the project. Fees shall be paid by check. In the case of a check which is returned for insufficient funds, the fee shall be deemed not paid and the permit is void.
Type of Construction | Permit Fee |
Type of Construction | Permit Fee |
Demolition | $125 |
Dumpster/portable storage container | $25 |
Fence | $125 |
New condominium per unit | $125 per residence unit |
New development | $125 per land parcel |
New driveway | $50 |
New residence | $125 per residence |
Non-construction | $100 |
Remodeling/addition to existing | $125 |
Site restoral | $125 per land parcel |
Swimming pool | $125 |
(2) One permit shall suffice for a given continuous project; for example, demolition required for remodeling will be covered by the remodeling permit; provided, it is so noted in the permit.
(Ord. 10-01, passed 11-19-2009)