Louisville Bathroom Remodel Permits 2026

Louisville bathroom remodel permit fees, plan review, and required inspections for 2026.

Louisville Bathroom Remodel permit basics

  • Building department: Louisville Metro Codes and Regulations
  • Department URL: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/codes-regulations
  • Permit fee typical: $150 - $900 permit fee
  • Plan review + approval: 5-12 business days
  • Inspections required: 3-5 inspections (rough plumbing, rough electrical, framing, final)

Louisville Bathroom Remodel common issues

Ventilation requirements (50 CFM minimum), GFCI placement, waterproofing in showers (tile + grout no longer accepted as waterproof).

Louisville-specific permitting context

Louisville Metro consolidated city/county simplifies permitting. KY HVAC, electrical, plumbing require state license. No statewide GC license. Historic preservation review (Old Louisville, Butchertown) adds time.

Climate factors: Cold winters with moderate snow; hot humid summers; severe storms; aging housing stock

Kentucky licensing for Bathroom Remodel contractors

Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction - required: $50 (residential); HVAC, electrical, plumbing $30-300. Board: https://dhbc.ky.gov.

Mechanics lien deadline in Kentucky: 6 months from last work. Preliminary notice: Subs must give pre-lien notice within 120 days from last work.

Louisville Bathroom Remodel sales tax

Kentucky sales tax: 6% (no local sales tax). Real property labor exempt. 2018 HB 487 expanded taxable services but construction labor remained exempt.

Verify with the Kentucky Department of Revenue.

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