Everything you need to know about getting a deck permit in Louisville: fees, requirements, exemptions, and direct links to the Office of Construction Review.
Permit Fees
$50 plus $2.50 for every $1,000 of estimated cost.
A $10,000 deck: $50 + ($2.50 x 10) = $75.
Processing Time
Varies by project scope. Contact Construction Review.
Apply Online
Yes — via Louisville Construction Review
Building Code
Kentucky Residential Code (adopted via Louisville Metro Ordinance § 150.001)
No permit required if deck meets ALL: not exceeding 200 sq ft, not more than 30 inches above grade, not attached to dwelling, and does not serve the exit door required by Section R311.4.
If your deck does NOT meet all exemption criteria, you must obtain a permit before construction. Building without a required permit can result in fines, stop-work orders, and required demolition.
Review the exemption criteria above. If your deck exceeds any threshold, a permit is required.
You'll need a site plan, deck dimensions, framing details, and footing specifications. Check Louisville's specific documentation requirements.
Apply through Louisville Construction Review . Pay the permit fee at submission.
Once approved, post your permit visibly and schedule required inspections (typically footing, framing, and final).
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Data verified April 2026. Fees, processing times, and requirements are subject to change. Always confirm current information with Louisville's Office of Construction Review.