How much does a building permit cost in Jeffersonville, IN?

The minimum permit fee is Commercial foundation/modular fees show $50 minimum; Improvement Location Permit is $25 on the official fee schedule. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. Commercial construction is generally square-foot based, with some work priced at $5 per $1,000 of estimated building cost when square footage cannot be determined. Plan check fee: See official fee schedule and commercial permit fee schedule; city posts separate zoning fee schedule and building/trade fee schedules.

How do I apply for a building permit in Jeffersonville, IN?

1. Go to the city applications page and open the online permitting site. 2. Create and verify a free account, then select Indiana and City of Jeffersonville. 3. Choose the permit or application type, search the parcel, and complete the required fields. 4. Upload plans, affidavits, and any other required supporting documents. 5. Pay online and track review through GeoPermits until issuance; inspections then proceed through the Building Commission.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Jeffersonville, IN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Commission after permit issuance.

City Building Permits

Jeffersonville, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Indiana Clark County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies within Jeffersonville city limits; Historic Preservation Commission approval is also required for applicable historic district work

Department: City of Jeffersonville Building Commission, with Planning and Zoning handling zoning applications and land use approvals
Address: 500 Quartermaster Court, Suite 200, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Phone: 812-285-6415
Email: lwallace@cityofjeff.net
Website: https://cityofjeff.net/building-commission/

Online Permit Portal

Open GeoPermits

Platform: GeoPermits • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Applications

Application Process

Go to the city applications page and open the online permitting site.
Create and verify a free account, then select Indiana and City of Jeffersonville.
Choose the permit or application type, search the parcel, and complete the required fields.
Upload plans, affidavits, and any other required supporting documents.
Pay online and track review through GeoPermits until issuance; inspections then proceed through the Building Commission.

Source: City of Jeffersonville Building Commission, with Planning and Zoning handling zoning applications and land use approvals

General Requirements

Permits are required to construct, enlarge, or remodel buildings; install, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace electrical, gas, HVAC, or plumbing systems; and demolish residential or commercial properties or accessory structures

Required Documents

Application
Parcel information
Plans
Posted affidavits as applicable
Historic district approval where applicable

Building code: City enforces Indiana state building regulations and references the Indiana Residential Code and other state code sets through the Building Commission
Owner-builder: Property Owner Affidavit is posted on the city applications page
Contractor requirements: Trade and building permits are handled by the Building Commission; contractor-specific requirements are handled through the permit process

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Commercial foundation/modular fees show $50 minimum; Improvement Location Permit is $25 on the official fee schedule
Plan check fee: See official fee schedule and commercial permit fee schedule; city posts separate zoning fee schedule and building/trade fee schedules
Permit fee formula: Mixed. Commercial construction is generally square-foot based, with some work priced at $5 per $1,000 of estimated building cost when square footage cannot be determined
Reinspection fee: Listed in building/trade schedules; amounts vary by permit type
Payment note: City states all permits and applications can be filed and paid online through GeoPermits

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Jeffersonville Building Commission, with Planning and Zoning handling zoning applications and land use approvals to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Building Commission after permit issuance (portal)

Inspection hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Application, review, permit issuance, staged building/trade inspections, then final approval or certificate of occupancy as applicable

Additional Resources

Building code: City enforces Indiana state building regulations and references the Indiana Residential Code and other state code sets through the Building Commission
Zoning information: View zoning info
Applications
Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance
Flood Plain
License lookup guide: Indiana Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Indiana Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Indiana hub: Indiana Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Jeffersonville Building Commission, with Planning and Zoning handling zoning applications and land use approvals before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Jeffersonville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Jeffersonville, IN?: Permits are required to construct, enlarge, or remodel buildings; install, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace electrical, gas, HVAC, or plumbing systems; and demolish residential or commercial properties or accessory structures
How much does a building permit cost in Jeffersonville, IN?: The minimum permit fee is Commercial foundation/modular fees show $50 minimum; Improvement Location Permit is $25 on the official fee schedule. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. Commercial construction is generally square-foot based, with some work priced at $5 per $1,000 of estimated building cost when square footage cannot be determined. Plan check fee: See official fee schedule and commercial permit fee schedule; city posts separate zoning fee schedule and building/trade fee schedules.
How do I apply for a building permit in Jeffersonville, IN?: 1. Go to the city applications page and open the online permitting site. 2. Create and verify a free account, then select Indiana and City of Jeffersonville. 3. Choose the permit or application type, search the parcel, and complete the required fields. 4. Upload plans, affidavits, and any other required supporting documents. 5. Pay online and track review through GeoPermits until issuance; inspections then proceed through the Building Commission.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Jeffersonville, IN?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Commission after permit issuance.

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