Clarksville, IN — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Commissioner

Street address

2000 Broadway Street, Clarksville, IN 47129

Phone

812-288-7155

info@townofclarksville.com

Coverage

Applies within Clarksville town limits; street cut and wastewater permits route outside the GovWell portal

Online portal

GovWell Permit Portal

Website

Department website

Additional resources

SmartGov Permit Portal ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Clarksville

Permits are issued for construction or remodeling projects and required permits are issued through the office

Note: No townwide exempt work list was found on the public pages reviewed; verify small projects directly with the Building Commissioner.

Required documents

Permit/license application
Uploaded drawings
Other supporting documents through GovWell

Building code: Clarksville posts current codes including 2020 Indiana Residential Code, 2014 Indiana Building Code, 2012 Indiana Plumbing Code, 2009 Indiana Electric Code, 2014 Indiana Mechanical Code, 2010 Indiana Energy Code, and related state-adopted codes
Contractor requirements: Office grants mechanical, electrical, and plumbing licenses to contractors

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Create a GovWell account with an active email address.
02

Apply online for the relevant permit, license, or zoning approval and upload plans/documents.
03

Pay online by card, debit card, or e-check, or pay cash/check at the office.
04

Town staff reviews the submission and communicates through the portal.
05

After issuance, inspections can be requested through GovWell; applicants without internet access can apply from office kiosks with staff help.

Source: Building Commissioner ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Clarksville building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Residential remodel without square-foot increase $50; many trade permits also begin at $30 to $60 depending on type

Plan check fee

Residential plan review $35; commercial plan review starts at $0.03 or $0.05 per square foot depending on category, with $50 minimum

Permit fee formula

Mixed. Example: one- and two-family dwelling fees are $0.20 per square foot plus $35 plan review; residential remodel is $50 plus $0.15 per square foot of new space

Reinspection fee

Residential reinspections commonly $50 to $60; commercial reinspections commonly $120 depending on trade

Portal accepts online payments; cash or check can also be paid at the office

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Request inspections through GovWell (portal)

Typical sequence: Application, review, issuance, trade/building inspections, final approval or CO when applicable

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Clarksville permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Clarksville, IN? ▸

Permits are issued for construction or remodeling projects and required permits are issued through the office

02 How much does a building permit cost in Clarksville, IN? ▸

Building permit fees in Clarksville, IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Residential remodel without square-foot increase $50; many trade permits also begin at $30 to $60 depending on type. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. Example: one- and two-family dwelling fees are $0.20 per square foot plus $35 plan review; residential remodel is $50 plus $0.15 per square foot of new space. Plan check fee: Residential plan review $35; commercial plan review starts at $0.03 or $0.05 per square foot depending on category, with $50 minimum.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Clarksville, IN? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Clarksville, IN, follow these steps: 1. Create a GovWell account with an active email address. 2. Apply online for the relevant permit, license, or zoning approval and upload plans/documents. 3. Pay online by card, debit card, or e-check, or pay cash/check at the office. 4. Town staff reviews the submission and communicates through the portal. 5. After issuance, inspections can be requested through GovWell; applicants without internet access can apply from office kiosks with staff help.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Clarksville, IN? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Clarksville, IN via: Request inspections through GovWell.

last verified April 2026 source Building Commissioner ↗ entry id permits/indiana/clark-in/clarksville

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Commissioner before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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