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Welcome to the City of Independence - the Heart of Kenton County, KY. Est. 1842
City Highlights
Independence Volunteer Corps
Zero Knock List Registration
Property Taxes
APPLY FOR BUILDING/ZONING PERMIT
Shelter Rentals
Senior Center Rentals
Kenton Country Emergency Operations Plan
Bids/Vendor Registration Portal
City Ordinances
Senior Center Activity Calendar - May 2025
Sr Center Newsletter May 2025
Special Needs Information Sheet
REAL ID - Deadline May 7, 2025
City Council Meetings
Audit ending June 30, 2024
2025 4th of July Parade Registration Form
Council Meeting Packet 04/07/2025
The City of Independence KY
The City of Independence is located in the "Heart" of Kenton County. Independence is located about 15 minutes south of Cincinnati, Ohio and offers a unique lifestyle different from neighboring towns because we are able to offer urban amenities in a rural setting.
Independence is one of the fastest growing cities in the Commonwealth and was recently ranked as the 99th fastest growing city in the nation. We encourage you to visit Independence and see why so many are quickly making us the place they call home.
The City Council's next meeting has not be scheduled. Please call the City Clerk for more information
Now hiring Lateral & Contract Police Officer Positions
See the requirements and instructions on how to apply.
City Budget
The City of Independence is proud of our financial transparency with our residents by using OpenGov. Learn more here, or go directly to OpenGov to view the city budget, building permit and police data.
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