Louisville Building Permits -- Fees, Requirements & Applications

About Building Permits in Louisville

Building permits in Louisville are issued by the Louisville Metro Department of Inspections, Permits and Licenses (IPL). Most residential permit applications are submitted online through the Louisville IPL Portal portal at louisvilleky.gov/government/inspections-permits-licenses. Processing times for standard residential projects typically run 5–10 business days for standard residential permits.

2018 Kentucky Residential Code (based on IRC). Louisville-Jefferson County merged governments in 2003, creating a unified permitting system for the entire metro area.

Inspections are scheduled through the IPL online portal or by phone.

Project Types in Louisville

Select a project to see permit requirements, fees, and how to apply.

Deck Permit$100–$300 -- Required Fence Permit$50–$100 -- Sometimes Required Shed Permit$50–$200 -- Sometimes Required Pool Permit$200–$600 -- Required Roof Replacement Permit$75–$150 -- Required Kitchen Remodel Permit$150–$600 -- Required Bathroom Remodel Permit$100–$400 -- Required ADU Permit$1,000–$3,500 -- Required Electrical Panel Permit$100–$250 -- Required HVAC Permit$100–$300 -- Required