Shelbyville is one of the most diverse communities in Kentucky. Our unique blend of agriculture, business and industry, coupled with our attitude of a small town atmosphere makes Shelbyville a wonderful place to visit, live, or work. Based on 2000 census, Shelby County has a population of 33,337, which includes the City of Shelbyville’s population of 10,083.

Shelbyville has a Welcome Center and History Museum located at 627 Main Street with parking next door. The parking lot is very convenient for visitors to park and walk to downtown stores and restaurants.

Tax Rates
Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate - 27.5 cents per $100 assessed value
Personal Property Tax Rate – 43.1 cents per $100 assessed value
Occupational Tax – 1.5%

Business License
An occupational license application is required for every person and business entity engaged in any business in the city before the commencement of business. The application form can be downloaded on the Administration link. Other forms relating to your business may also be found on this link.

Contractor’s Information and Building Permits
The contractor’s application, building permit, mechanical permit, and homeowner’s electrical permit forms can be downloaded on the Code Enforcement link.

Historic District
The Certificate of Appropriateness form can be downloaded on the Historic District link.

Solicitation Permit
Any civic or non-profit organization wanting to solicit monetary donations at any highway intersection in the city, must obtain a Solicitation Permit from the City Clerk.

Yard Sale Permits
$5.00 per day, limit 2 days twice a year