City Building Permits

Town of Jonesboro, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Indiana Grant County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

County planning jurisdiction includes Jonesboro.

Department
Grant County Area Plan Commission
Address
401 S. Adams Street, Marion, IN 46953, 4th Floor
Phone
(765) 668-4765
Website
https://www.in.gov/counties/grant/county-offices/area-plan/

Online Permit Portal

Open Permit List

Platform: Schneider Geo Permits / Schneider GIS • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Confirm Jonesboro work with Grant County Area Plan.
  2. Submit permit request to county staff.
  3. Provide drawings/contractor authorization when requested.
  4. Schedule inspections with 24 hours notice.

Typical processing time: County says inspections are typically the next day.

Source: Grant County Area Plan Commission

General Requirements

County rules apply in Jonesboro.

Required Documents

  • Drawings or plans when requested
  • Contract or owner letter when a contractor pulls the permit
Permit validity
County code governs.
Building code
County building code chapter applies.
Owner-builder
County-level owner authorization rule applies.
Contractor requirements
Contractors working in county jurisdiction must register.

Fees

Permit fee formula
County fee appendix governs.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Grant County Area Plan Commission to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • County Area Plan office (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Schedule inspections with 24 hours notice.
Inspection hours
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. office hours, permit hours 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Permit, inspections, COO if applicable.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Grant County Area Plan Commission before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Jonesboro Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Jonesboro, IN?
County rules apply in Jonesboro.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Jonesboro, IN?
Fees are calculated as: County fee appendix governs..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Jonesboro, IN?
1. Confirm Jonesboro work with Grant County Area Plan. 2. Submit permit request to county staff. 3. Provide drawings/contractor authorization when requested. 4. Schedule inspections with 24 hours notice.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Jonesboro, IN?
Typical processing time is County says inspections are typically the next day..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Jonesboro, IN?
Inspections can be scheduled via: County Area Plan office. Schedule inspections with 24 hours notice..

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