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Building Permits & Procedures

For Minor Remodeling in an Existing Structure including Electrical or Roofing:

     *Complete the appropriate application found in documents.  The application must be reviewed & approved by the Building Commissioner PRIOR to the start of work.

For an Addition to an Existing Structure, or New Construction:

 *Complete the appropriate application found in document to include:
     -a plot drawing showing lot dimensions,
     -placement and dimensions of all buildings existing on the lot dimensions
     -placement of proposed addition
     -Show clearance from buildings to all lot lines.

  *Application and attachments will be reviewed by Zoning Administrator and the Building Commissioner.  The application must be reviewed & approved PRIOR to the start of work.

  *For COMMERCIAL NEW BUILDS, include state design release, Rule 5, and Floodplain requirements as well. 
THREE copies must be delivered to our office for review.

COMMERCIAL PERMIT APPLICATIONS & FEES

A Commercial Property includes any structure more than a two-family dwelling.  A Commercial Permit is required for any new structure, accessory building, addition, electrical, roofing, plumbing or HVAC work being performed on a Commercial Property.

An applicable ZONING FEE will be added for improvement location permits.

COMMERCIAL PERMIT FEES


RESIDENTIAL PERMIT APPLICATIONS & FEES

A Residential Property includes one and two family dwellings, modular/manufactured homes and duplex units.  A Residential Permit is required for any new structure, accessory building, addition, electrical, roofing, plumbing or HVAC work being performed on a Residential Property.

An applicable ZONING FEE will be added for improvement location permits.

RESIDENTIAL PERMIT FEES

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35 S Broadway
Peru, IN 46970
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