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Electrical Permit Requirements
State & Local law requires a permit be obtained prior to
the installation of electrical wiring, equipment or devices,
as well as required inspections be performed to insure compliance
with the electrical Code.
The KY Building & Residential Codes sections 105 states
“Any owner or authorized agent who intends to install,
enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical,
system, the installation of which is regulated by this code,
or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application
to the building official and obtain the required permit”.
Examples of work requiring an electrical permit and inspection:
• Adding or extending a new circuit and/or wiring for
appliances such as air conditioners or hot tubs.
•
Installing and/or adding receptacles or light fixtures were
one did not exist before.
• Installing and/or adding
a new electrical panel.
• Restoring electrical service
after it has been interrupted because of a hazardous condition.
• Wiring any new structure such as a house, garage
or shed.
The code exempts minor repair work from permits. The following
list of examples of work that would not require a permit. However,
the installation still needs to be installed in accordance with
NFPA 70, (National Electrical Code) as adopted by the Commonwealth
of Kentucky.
• Replacing a receptacle where one already
exists.
• Replacing a faulty circuit breaker with
the same size and type.
• Replacing or changing a
light fixture.
• Installing phones or coax cable (cable
TV).
IMPORTANT
All licensed contractors must carry their State issued ID with
them. Also make sure you obtain the required permits. Permits
can be verified by calling 502-574-3321 or by visiting http://www.louisvilleky.gov/ipl/development/ePermitSearch.htmor.
If you are not sure your installation would require a permit
call 502-574-3321and ask to speak with the Electrical Inspections
Division. We are here to help insure you have the safest installation
possible by enforcing the permitting laws and inspecting the
installations. Anyone found performing electrical work within
Louisville Metro without a required electrical permit or performing
work determined to be imminent danger to life or property is
subject to a penalty of $1000.00 for the first offense and $2000.00
for each subsequent offense.
Source:
Department of Codes & Regulations, Louisville Metro Council
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