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Town of McCordsville

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Town of McCordsville

Street address
6280 W 800 N, McCordsville, IN 46055
Coverage
Town-administered permit and bond requirements for McCordsville projects. The reviewed public materials focus on right-of-way and occupancy related permits; building applicants should confirm routing and submittals with Town Hall and the Building Inspector.
Online portal
Town of McCordsville Services
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§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for McCordsville

Note: No consolidated exempt-work list was located. Because public materials focus on permit and bond fees rather than exemptions, confirm minor-work exemptions directly with the town before starting work.

Required documents
  • Permit application
  • Checks payable to Town of McCordsville
  • Surety bonds for listed permit categories
Permit validity
Bond periods are generally one year; annual surety bonds may be used for continuous work.
Contractor requirements
Public materials discussed bonds rather than contractor licensing; confirm any contractor registration requirement directly with the town.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Review the town's General Permit and Bond Information page.
  2. 02
    Confirm the specific permit type and bond requirements with Town Hall or the Building Inspector before filing.
  3. 03
    Prepare the applicable permit application, bond, and supporting documents.
  4. 04
    Submit materials to the town for review and fee calculation.
  5. 05
    Pay required fees by check or money order where applicable.
  6. 06
    Complete inspections and occupancy release steps as required by the town.

Source: Town of McCordsville ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

McCordsville building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25.00 for residential driveways up to 24 feet wide; $50.00 minimum for minor commercial driveways
02
Permit fee formula
Flat and unit-based fees
03
Reinspection fee
$50.00 per subsequent reinspection for occupancy permit release

Permit fees are payable by check or money order only. Checks should be made payable to Town of McCordsville, Indiana.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • 317-335-3151 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Typical sequence: Public materials specifically reference sewer inspection, sidewalk inspection, and occupancy permit release.

Source: Town of McCordsville ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about McCordsville permits

01 How much does a building permit cost in McCordsville, IN?
Building permit fees in McCordsville, IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00 for residential driveways up to 24 feet wide; $50.00 minimum for minor commercial driveways. Fees are calculated as: Flat and unit-based fees.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in McCordsville, IN?
To apply for a building permit in McCordsville, IN, follow these steps: 1. Review the town's General Permit and Bond Information page. 2. Confirm the specific permit type and bond requirements with Town Hall or the Building Inspector before filing. 3. Prepare the applicable permit application, bond, and supporting documents. 4. Submit materials to the town for review and fee calculation. 5. Pay required fees by check or money order where applicable. 6. Complete inspections and occupancy release steps as required by the town.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in McCordsville, IN?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in McCordsville, IN via: 317-335-3151.
last verified April 2026 source Town of McCordsville ↗ entry id permits/indiana/hancock/mccordsville

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of McCordsville before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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