Construction / Contractor Continuing Education / Kentucky
- Kentucky
- Contractor CE
- Louisville Residential
- Updated Oct 2026
Kentucky Contractor Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Kentucky doesn’t license general or residential contractors statewide, but Louisville residential contractors need 6 hours of CE, including changes to the IRC, every year before their license expires on December 31.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Louisville residential contractor licensing requirements
Hours per cycle
6 hrs
Louisville residential contractors
Cycle
1 year
Licenses expire every year
Deadline
Dec 31, every year
The last day of the year
Online allowed?
Yes
Approved online CE is available
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Kentucky contractor license?
Kentucky doesn’t regulate general or residential contractor licenses at the state level. The city or county where you work handles them, so renewal is local. In Louisville, residential contractors need 6 hours of CE every year.
CE applies to
- Louisville Residential Contractors
Exemptions
- None stated in our sources
Working outside Louisville?
Other Kentucky cities and counties set their own contractor rules. Check with the local office where you’ll be working.
Kentucky contractor CE at a glance
Louisville contractor renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Louisville Metro Office of Construction Review (for Louisville licenses) |
| CE required? | Yes, for Louisville residential contractors |
| Hours per cycle | 6 hrs |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | Changes to the IRC |
| Online allowed? | Yes |
| Deadline | Dec 31, every year |
| Who reports | Your CE provider |
| Carryover | Not stated |
| Grace period | Not stated |
| Renewal fee | $125 (Building Type A) |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Kentucky contractor license need?
Louisville residential contractors need 6 hours of CE every year. The hours include changes to the International Residential Code (IRC).
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville Residential Contractor | 6 hrs | Changes to the IRC | Not stated | Not stated |
Deadline
When is the Kentucky contractor license renewal deadline?
Louisville residential contractor licenses expire every year on the last day of the year. Finish your 6 hours before December 31.
| Deadline rule | December 31 every year |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Next deadlines | December 31, 2026; December 31, 2027 |
| Grace period | Not stated |
| Late penalty | Not stated |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your renewal |
Steps
How to renew a Kentucky contractor license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore Dec 31
Complete 6 hours of approved CE, including changes to the IRC. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion when you finish. - Confirm it’s reportedBefore you renew
Your provider submits your completion. Check it’s on file before you renew. - Pay the renewal fee$125 fee
Submit your renewal and the $125 Building Type A fee to the Louisville Metro Office of Construction Review. The license runs January 1 to December 31. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Confirm your license shows the new December 31 expiration date.
Providers
Approved Kentucky contractor license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s approved provider list to confirm a course counts before you pay.
Approval
How to check a Kentucky contractor CE course is approved
Louisville residential contractor CE must be approved and cover changes to the IRC. Our sources don’t describe the approval process in detail.
- Confirm the course is approved for Louisville residential contractors before you pay.
- Check it totals 6 hours and covers IRC changes.
- Make sure you finish before December 31.
Reporting
How Kentucky contractor CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Your CE provider submits your completion after you finish the course. You then submit your own renewal.
- Print or save your certificate of completion.
- Check your hours are on file before renewing.
- Keep your certificate in case you’re asked for proof.
Cost
How much does Kentucky contractor license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Building Type A license (yearly) | $125 | Louisville Metro Office of Construction Review |
| Late renewal fee | Not stated | Louisville Metro Office of Construction Review |
| CE course (6 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from the Louisville Metro Construction Review contractor license application, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Kentucky contractor license
Louisville licenses expire every year, so plan your 6 hours early. Our sources don’t give grace period, late fee or reinstatement details.
Grace period
Not stated in our sources. Contact the Louisville licensing office before December 31 if you’re running late.
Makeup CE
You still need the 6 required hours before you can renew.
Who controls
Who controls Kentucky contractor license renewal?
Renewal authority
Louisville Metro Office of Construction Review
Kentucky contractor licenses are handled by the city or county where the work is done
444 S. 5th St., Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502-574-3321
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Louisville residential contractor licenses
- Sets the 6-hour yearly CE requirement
- Requires CE on changes to the IRC
Getting licensed
Getting licensed
We haven’t published a Kentucky license guide for this profession yet. Tell us if you need one.
FAQ
Kentucky contractor license CE FAQs
Does Kentucky license contractors statewide?
No. General and residential contractor licenses are handled by the city or county where you work.
How many CE hours does a Louisville contractor need?
6 hours every year, including changes to the IRC.
When is the deadline?
December 31, the last day of each year.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. Approved online CE is available for Louisville residential contractors.
Who reports my hours?
Your CE provider submits your completion. You still submit your own renewal.
Do hours carry over?
Our sources don’t say extra hours carry over, so plan on 6 new hours each year.
Sources
Official sources for Kentucky contractor CE rules
- Louisville residential contractor licensing
- International Residential Code (IRC)
- Louisville Metro contractor identification license application
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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