City Building Permits

Town of Clarksville, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Indiana Clark County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

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

Department
Building Commissioner, Town of Clarksville
Address
2000 Broadway Street, Clarksville, IN 47129
Phone
812-288-7155
Website
https://www.townofclarksville.com/departments/building-commissioner/

Online Permit Portal

Open GovWell Permit Portal

Platform: GovWell • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  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.

Source: Building Commissioner, Town of Clarksville

General Requirements

Building Commissioner page says permits are issued for construction or remodeling projects and that required permits are issued through the office.

Required Documents

  • Permit/license application
  • Drawings or other supporting documents
Building code
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.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$30 to $60 (varies by permit 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. One- and two-family dwelling: $0.20 per square foot plus $35 plan review. Residential remodel: $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.
Payment note
Portal accepts online payments; cash or check can also be paid at the office.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Commissioner, Town of Clarksville to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Commissioner, Town of Clarksville before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Clarksville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Clarksville, IN?
Building Commissioner page says permits are issued for construction or remodeling projects and that required permits are issued through the office.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Clarksville, IN?
The minimum permit fee is $30 to $60 (varies by permit type). Fees are calculated as: Mixed. One- and two-family dwelling: $0.20 per square foot plus $35 plan review. Residential remodel: $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..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Clarksville, IN?
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.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Clarksville, IN?
Inspections can be scheduled via: GovWell.

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