Franklin County, IN — 2026 Building Permit Guide

On this page 6

§ 01

Permit authority

Franklin County Area Plan Commission and Building Department

Street address

1010 Franklin Avenue, Room 107, Brookville, IN 47012

Phone

765-647-5731

director@franklincounty.in.gov

Coverage

All construction in Franklin County except Batesville Corporation

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Franklin County

County fee schedule covers single family dwellings, manufactured homes, additions, accessory buildings, pools, decks, commercial work, churches, multi-family, temporary structures, signs, zoning petitions, subdivisions, and variances.

Note: No county exemption list was published in the sources reviewed.

Required documents

Two sets of plans
Site plan
Survey copy if new survey
Recorded deed
Tax bill ID or parcel number
Legal description
Septic permit or approval
Notice of agriculture activity (when applicable)

Permit validity: Permit good for one year, but work must be started within six months.

Source: Franklin County Area Plan Commission and Building Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 5 days

01

Confirm the project type and pull the correct county application form from the county site.
02

For residential homes, gather parcel and legal description information.
03

Obtain septic approval from the Health Department or a Brookville Lake Regional Waste District availability letter if applicable.
04

Record any Notice of Agriculture Activity in the Recorder's Office before permit issuance, when applicable.
05

Prepare and submit two sets of plans, a site plan, and any required survey and deed records.
06

Submit the application to the Area Plan Commission and Building Department.
07

All permits are subject to a five day review.
08

Permit is issued after review and fee payment.

Typical processing time: 5 days

Source: Franklin County Area Plan Commission and Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Franklin County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$30 location improvement permit plus project-specific building inspection fee

Permit fee formula

Single family dwelling is $300 plus $5 per 100 sq ft over 960 sq ft, plus $30 location improvement permit

Reinspection fee

$45

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Inspection hours: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (closed for lunch 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM)

Typical sequence: Residential packet sequence includes: footer, basement floor, plumbing, wall, rough-in framing/electrical/plumbing air test, permanent electrical service, and final inspections unless an inspection fails.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Franklin County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Franklin County, IN? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Franklin County, IN? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Franklin County, IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $30 location improvement permit plus project-specific building inspection fee. Fees are calculated as: Single family dwelling is $300 plus $5 per 100 sq ft over 960 sq ft, plus $30 location improvement permit.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Franklin County, IN? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Franklin County, IN, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the project type and pull the correct county application form from the county site. 2. For residential homes, gather parcel and legal description information. 3. Obtain septic approval from the Health Department or a Brookville Lake Regional Waste District availability letter if applicable. 4. Record any Notice of Agriculture Activity in the Recorder's Office before permit issuance, when applicable. 5. Prepare and submit two sets of plans, a site plan, and any required survey and deed records. 6. Submit the application to the Area Plan Commission and Building Department. 7. All permits are subject to a five day review. 8. Permit is issued after review and fee payment.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Franklin County, IN? ▸

Building permit processing times in unincorporated Franklin County, IN typically run 5 days. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

last verified April 2026 source Franklin County Area Plan Commission and Building Department ↗ entry id permits/indiana/franklin/unincorporated

Report a correction

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Franklin County Area Plan Commission and Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Unincorporated Franklin County