Accessory Structures in Kenton County, KY (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Kenton County, Kentucky.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Kenton County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Shed & Carport Rules
Unincorporated Kenton County requires a zoning permit before building a storage shed, deck, detached garage, or similar accessory structure, with a flat $25 fee set by the Fiscal Court's building and zoning fee schedule. This chapter does not set shed size or setback limits; those dimensional standards come from the separate area planning zoning ordinance.
Kenton County Shed Zoning Permit Fee
Some RestrictionsKenton County Code of Ordinances § 150.32(A)(5)
The Kenton County Fiscal Court hereby establishes the following schedule of fees for zoning permits, building permits, sign permits, move and set permits, Board of Adjustment hearings, applications for amendment to the county's zoning ordinance, and certificates of occupancy. (A) Zoning permit applications. ... (5) Other accessory uses (for example, storage sheds, decks, detached garages, a...
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