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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Montgomery
The town permit application covers new building, mini-barn, other accessory building, detached garage or carport, temporary structure, signs, swimming pool/fence, alteration/remodeling, tents, demolition, to-grade, street or curb cut, manufactured/mobile home, and re-roofing.
- Improvement permit application
- Site plan
- Project-specific supporting documents if requested
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download or obtain the Improvement Permit Application.
- 02 Prepare a site plan. The town says the applicant can draw the site plan for most residential projects, but commercial and industrial plans are different.
- 03 File the application and pay any fee at the time of application.
- 04 The Zoning Enforcement Officer performs the site location inspection before issuing the permit.
- 05 After the permit is issued, complete footer/foundation, water and sewer hook-up, and final inspections.
- 06 The final inspection must be requested within 10 days after completion.
Source: Town of Montgomery Area Plan Commission / Zoning Enforcement Officer ↗
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 812-486-3298 (phone)
- Jeremy Wininger: 812-259-9230 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Final inspection must be requested within 10 days after completion.
Typical sequence: Site location, footer and foundation, water and sewer hook-up, final inspection.
Source: Town of Montgomery Area Plan Commission / Zoning Enforcement Officer ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Montgomery permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Montgomery, IN? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Montgomery, IN? ▸
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Montgomery, IN? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Montgomery Area Plan Commission / Zoning Enforcement Officer before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.