City Building Permits

Town of Monroe, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Monroe, Indiana. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Indiana Adams County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Monroe is covered by the Adams County Building and Planning Department. The county page expressly says it has jurisdiction over the Town of Monroe.

Department
Adams County Building and Planning Department
Address
313 W Jefferson Street, Suite 338, Decatur, IN 46733
Phone
260-724-5305
Website
https://www.co.adams.in.us/153/Building-Planning

Application Process

  1. Confirm Monroe ordinance and county building/planning requirements.
  2. File the permit through Adams County Building and Planning.
  3. Submit plans or supporting documents requested by the county.
  4. Obtain county permit approval before work begins.
  5. Complete inspections through county staff.
  6. Close out the permit with final approval when complete.

Source: Adams County Building and Planning Department

General Requirements

Monroe ordinance reviewed states property owners must obtain any and all building permits required by Adams County and/or Indiana law prior to installation of out buildings.

Building code
County-administered permit and zoning authority applies.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$40.00
Permit fee formula
County fee schedule applies

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Adams County Building and Planning Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Through Adams County Building and Planning (office)
Inspection hours
County office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: County inspection process applies; Monroe pages reviewed do not publish a separate sequence.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Adams County Building and Planning Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Monroe Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Monroe, IN?
Monroe ordinance reviewed states property owners must obtain any and all building permits required by Adams County and/or Indiana law prior to installation of out buildings.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Monroe, IN?
The minimum permit fee is $40.00. Fees are calculated as: County fee schedule applies.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Monroe, IN?
1. Confirm Monroe ordinance and county building/planning requirements. 2. File the permit through Adams County Building and Planning. 3. Submit plans or supporting documents requested by the county. 4. Obtain county permit approval before work begins. 5. Complete inspections through county staff. 6. Close out the permit with final approval when complete.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Monroe, IN?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Through Adams County Building and Planning.

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