Hotel / Motel Permits & Licenses in Lexington, KY

Complete guide to permits and licenses required to start a hotel / motel in Lexington, KY. Fees, renewal cycles, and agency contacts.

Kentucky Sales and Use Tax Permit

Kentucky Department of Revenue
Required
Fee: $0.00
Renewal: one time
Type: permit
Apply → Agency Website

Kentucky Liquor License

Kentucky Alcoholic Beverage Control
May Apply
Fee: $400.00-$2000.00
Renewal: annual
Type: license

If serving alcohol

Apply → Agency Website

Kentucky Workers' Compensation Coverage

Kentucky Department of Labor
Required
Fee: $0.00
Renewal: annual
Type: registration

If having employees

Agency Website

Kentucky Fire Prevention Permit

Kentucky Department of Public Health
Required
Fee: $50.00-$200.00
Renewal: annual
Type: permit
Agency Website

Kentucky Certificate of Occupancy

Kentucky Department of Public Health
Required
Fee: $100.00-$300.00
Renewal: one time
Type: certificate
Agency Website

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