The Wire

Jefferson County and Louisville operate as Louisville Metro Government with the same permit requirements. Learn about security camera permits, alarm registration, and contractor licensing.

Jan 20, 2026

Covington generally does not require permits for stand-alone structured cabling. Kentucky exempts low-voltage telecom work. Contractors need Kenton County occupational license through PDSKC.

Jan 20, 2026

Covington handles permits through PDSKC. Contractors need Kenton County occupational license. Kentucky has no statewide access control license. Learn about permits and historic district requirements.

Jan 20, 2026

Covington requires fire alarm permits through PDSKC. Contractors need Kenton County occupational license and Kentucky State Fire Marshal certification. Learn about permits and historic district requirements.

Jan 20, 2026

Covington uses Planning and Development Services of Kenton County (PDSKC) for permits. Contractors need Kenton County occupational license. Learn about permits and historic district requirements.

Jan 20, 2026

Owensboro generally does not require permits for stand-alone structured cabling. Kentucky exempts low-voltage telecom work. OMPC handles permits for both city and Daviess County.

Jan 20, 2026

Owensboro handles permits through OMPC Building & Electrical Division. Kentucky has no statewide access control license. Learn about low voltage permits and when building permits apply.

Jan 20, 2026

Owensboro requires electrical permits for fire alarm installations through OMPC. Kentucky State Fire Marshal certification required for inspectors. Learn about permits, licensing, and inspection requirements.

Jan 20, 2026

Owensboro handles permits through OMPC Building & Electrical Division. The city offers free "Eye on Owensboro" camera registration. Learn about low voltage permits and Kentucky licensing requirements.

Jan 20, 2026

Bowling Green requires contractor licensing but generally not permits for stand-alone structured cabling. Kentucky exempts low-voltage telecom work. Learn about licensing requirements and code compliance.

Jan 20, 2026

Bowling Green requires contractor licensing for access control work. Kentucky has no statewide license. Learn about Contractor's Licensing Board requirements and when building permits apply.

Jan 20, 2026

Bowling Green requires building and electrical permits for fire alarm installations. Contractor licensing through the Bowling Green/Warren County Board plus Kentucky State Fire Marshal certification for inspectors.

Jan 20, 2026

Bowling Green requires contractor licensing through the Bowling Green/Warren County Contractor's Licensing Board. Alarm permits needed for monitored systems. Learn about licensing fees and requirements.

Jan 20, 2026

Lexington generally does not require permits for stand-alone structured cabling. Kentucky exempts low-voltage telecom work from licensing. Learn about code compliance and when permits apply.

Jan 20, 2026

Lexington typically does not require permits for stand-alone access control systems. Kentucky has no statewide license. Learn about alarm business licensing and registration requirements.

Jan 20, 2026