It was overhauled in fall of 2020 to make the zoning process easier and more customer friendly.
“We, as architects, appreciate Covington’s Neighborhood Development Code. Covington’s code is by far the easiest to navigate, the best illustrated, and the most nuanced”.
Yes, almost always.
Zoning permits authorize the use of a building or property as well as the construction of, or an addition to, a building.
A zoning permit is required before a building permit may be issued by Planning and Development Services of Kenton County.
If the property is located within an Historic Preservation overlay, a Certificate of Appropriateness issued by the Historic Preservation Officer is required prior to a zoning review.
Check out these application guides:
Additions to Existing Structures
Carports and Detached Garages
Change of Use and New Business Tenant
Demolition
Driveways and Parking
Fencing
New Construction
Pools
Short Term Rentals
Signage
Subdivision Drawing Example
Apply for a construction/building permit
Zoning Administrator
permit@covingtonky.gov
859-292-2135
Administrative Assistant
permit@covingtonky.gov
859-292-2122
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