How do I apply for a passport?
The City of Fort Wright is happy to announce that we are once again taking passport acceptance appointments. Please call the City Admin Office at 859-331-1700 to set up your appointment and to ask any questions you may have about obtaining your passport. We take appointments Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm (no appointments taken between 12:00-2:00 for lunch breaks). CLICK HERE to access the passport website to answer questions and to obtain necessary forms prior to your appointment.
*Current prosessing time (not including mailing time) is 4-6 weeks*
How do I apply for the Homestead/Disability Property Tax Exemption?
Homestead Exemption and Disability Exemption is determined every two years by the State Legislature based upon the cost of living index. The current (2023 and 2024) exemption (assessment reduction) is $46,350. For additional information, please visit Kenton County PVA at www.kentonpva.org or call 859-392-1750.
How do I complain about garbage/recycling pick up?
The City of Fort Wright utilizes Rumpke of Kentucky for waste management for residents. The City pays a monthly bill on behalf of residents, who pay one payment on their Property Tax Statement each year. If you are a resident that has experienced a missed garbage or recycling pickup or has another issue with the Rumpke service, please contact Rumpke of Kentucky at 859-472-7339, option 2. You can also contact the City Administration Department at 859-331-1700.
How do I find out where to vote?
To find out your voter registration status and the location of your polling place, please visit the Kentucky State Board of Elections Voter Information Center here.
How do I get directions to City facilities?
The City Administration Building, Police Department, Fire Department, and Public Works Department are all headquartered at 409 Kyles Lane, Fort Wright, KY 41011. To view our location on Google Maps, please click here. If you need assistance with directions, please contact the City Administration Department at 859-331-1700, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How do I get on the PVA’s email list?
The Kenton County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) has established an email notification system. If you are interested in receiving an email to know when the PVA team is in your area for property inspections, please visit www.kentonpva.org and click on "About PVA".
How do I obtain a yard/garage sale permit?
Yard/Garage sale permits are required but free-of-charge for residents. They can be obtained at the City Administration Building, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. You can download a copy of the permit below. The City of Fort Wright organizes two "City Wide Yard Sale" weekends each year. Those sales are held at individual residences but coordinated by the City for promotion in print media, on the City website, and City-run social media accounts. The City Wide Yard Sale permit is different than the permit below and will become available as we approach the weekends on which the sales are held. Download a garage sale permit
How do I obtain an occupational license?
Contact the Kenton County Business Services office at 859-392-1440 or click here. The Kenton County Business Services office is located at:
1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 5100
Covington, KY 41011
How do I obtain and review public documents and records?
Submit an open records request application to: City of Fort Wright
City Clerk
409 Kyles Lane
Fort Wright, KY 41011 Open Records Request Application
How do I register to vote?
For more information on registering to vote or updating your current registration, visit the Kentucky Online Voter Registration portal by clicking here.
How do I run for office?
To run for any office in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, including local offices, please visit the Kentucky Secretary of State's Becoming a Candidate page by clicking here.
How do I view property tax information?
Visit the City's Property Tax Information page by clicking here.
