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General Information & Requirements 

Access valuable links to building codes, business licensing, and much more.

 Resources

  • Fire Safety
    • Building Codes Enforcement
      Regulates the Kentucky Building Code as it pertains to the construction of new buildings, and alterations, additions, and changes of occupancy to existing buildings
    • Fire Prevention
      The Division of Fire Prevention enforces various codes to ensure that all public structures are maintained in such a manner that all occupants and users will be protected from fire, explosion, or other similar hazard.
  • Building Codes Enforcement
    Regulates the Kentucky Building Code as it pertains to the construction of new buildings, and alterations, additions, and changes of occupancy to existing buildings
  • Business Expansion
    Think Kentucky has information to help existing and expanding businesses.
  • Business Incentives
    The Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) was established within the Cabinet for Economic Development to encourage economic development, business expansion, and job creation by providing financial support through an array of financial assistance and tax credit programs.
  • Business Permits and Licensing Requirements
    An information source for Kentucky business license and permit requirements
  • Corporation Search
    You can find information on corporation status, registered agent, initial directors, current officers, date of incorporation for the business, and much more on this page.
  • Counties and County Seats
    Provided here is an alphabetical listing of Kentucky's counties with their respective county seats and their local Chambers of Commerce.
  • Energy Conservation
    Energy saving ideas from the Kentucky Division of Energy
  • Energy Efficiency in the Workplace
    Answer simple questions and receive an individually customized energy-use analysis and cost-cutting plan that will help you save money.
  • Environmental Permits and Requirements (PDF File)
    Information on the Department for Environmental Protection's permit requirements and application procedures
  • Film Industry Resources
    The Kentucky Film Office is responsible for marketing the state to the film, television, and advertising industries.
  • Find Occupational Safety Information
    Kentucky OSH Division of Compliance's main objective is to ensure a safe and healthful workplace for the working men and women of the Commonwealth.
  • Find Wage and Hour Information
    Current wage information in Kentucky.
  • Kentucky Business Finder
    Kentucky Business Finder is a free resource designed to promote sales for and between Kentucky businesses.