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Nicholasville deck permit: where to apply
Plain-English pointer to official sources, not legal advice.
Who handles it
Deck permits in Nicholasville are handled by the City, not Lexington. The City's Planning & Zoning forms page has the building permit application; the office is at 517 N. Main Street. If you're outside city limits, check with Jessamine County Planning & Zoning.
Zoning still applies
The city's zoning ordinance sets setbacks and site-plan rules that can affect where a deck may go. Many Nicholasville subdivisions also have HOA rules, so check those before you get quotes.
Before you hire
- Ask builders whether they've pulled Nicholasville permits before and who submits the drawings.
- Know your property lines; a survey or plat helps with setbacks.
- Get insurance proof and a written contract (see how to check a contractor).
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