Ky Smartgov (2024)

FAQs

How many questions are on the Ky DMV test? ›

The Kentucky DMV permit test consists of 40 questions, and you must answer at least 32 questions correctly to get a passing score (80%).

Planning Department

You need a building permit for all construction that involves the construction, repair, movement to another site, removal, or demolition of any building or structure. All electrical, plumbing and mechanical work needs a separate permit for each trade.

You can't engage in any plumbing work without a Kentucky plumbing license.

If you do not get a building permit before installing/constructing your shed, you will be liable for additional fees in addition to the original fee of the permit. At times they may force you to cease construction, or will remove/demolish the shed altogether.

To pass the road test in Kentucky, you'll need to get a score of at least 80%. Small errors will cause you to lose points, so making too many small mistakes may result in a road test failure.

All plumbing work, other than that performed by a homeowner with his/her own permit, must be installed by a licensed journeyman plumber under the supervision of a licensed master plumber.

Who needs to be licensed for plumbing in Kentucky? Individuals must be licensed to perform any type of plumbing work within the state.

If a backflow preventer is installed in a water system, a properly sized thermal expansion tank or other pressure relief device listed in 815 KAR 20:020 shall be installed in the water distribution system.

Kentucky does not require handymen or general contractors to hold a state license. However, be sure to check handyman license requirements with your local government before you begin work to make sure you are in compliance.

Steps to Get a Plumbing License in Kentucky

Have at least two consecutive years as an apprentice plumber or complete a department-approved course that includes content on the practice of plumbing or the Kentucky State Plumbing Code and at least one year of experience as an apprentice plumber.

Do contractors have to be licensed in KY? ›

Kentucky does not issue statewide general contractor licenses. Instead, only electricians, plumbers and HVAC contractors must have a license from the state's Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction. However, you may need to obtain a license or register as a general contractor at the city or county level.

Permits shall not be required for the following: One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area is not greater than 120 square feet (11 m2). Fences not over 7 feet (2134 mm) high. Oil derricks.

Building Code Considerations: Decks, as well as porches, attached to the home require building permits as they become part of the main structure. Stand alone decks larger than 200 square feet require a building permit.

The quick and simple answer is: you usually don't need a permit if the shed is 120 square feet or less. In California, most jurisdictions have adopted the 120 square foot rule. If your shed area is larger than 120 square feet, it needs a building permit. If it's less than that, it doesn't.

The examiner will ask you to show working lights, turns signals, hand signals and horn. Then it's time for the driving portion, which is about 15 minutes. Each testing location is a bit different so again, we recommend getting familiar with the road test area before taking the test.

If You Do Not Pass the Skills Test:

You must wait one week before taking the test again. If you fail the road test six (6) times, you must wait six (6) months before another test will be given.

What information should I study for the permit test? The only approved source material for the written/permit test is the Kentucky Driver Manual.

How many times can you fail the permit test in Kentucky? For more information, please refer to the Kentucky Point System page. If, for some reason, you dont pass on your first try, you may try again on the next available testing day. You can repeat this process for up to 6 attempts.