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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for New Palestine
The town posts permit applications for new construction, building renovation, electrical work, gazebo/fence/patio/driveway work, pools, mini barns/sheds, roofing, and zoning changes.
Note: No consolidated exempt-work list was located. Confirm any minor-work exemptions directly with Town Hall / the Planning and Zoning Clerk before starting work.
- Applicant/contractor and owner information
- Project address
- Zoning/land use information
- Lot and setback data
- Structure dimensions
- Square footage
- Materials
- Electrical details if applicable
- Fee/sewer/stormwater entries
- Building code
- Chapter 80 of the New Palestine code library
- Contractor requirements
- The forms request applicant/contractor details, but no separate contractor licensing rule was clearly posted on the reviewed pages.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Go to the town's Forms, Permits and Licenses page.
- 02 Print and complete the corresponding permit application.
- 03 Use the appropriate application, such as the general Building Permit application, the Gazebo/Fence/Patio/Driveway application, or the Roofing Permit application.
- 04 Submit the completed application and any required fees and utility/stormwater information to the town.
- 05 Await Building Commissioner approval or denial and permit issuance.
Source: Town of New Palestine Planning and Zoning / Building Commissioner ↗
Fee schedule
New Palestine building permit fees
Permit forms include fields for fee payment, check number, and paid status. Payment methods such as check, cash, and PayGov may be available for non-building permits.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 317-861-4727 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Source: Town of New Palestine Planning and Zoning / Building Commissioner ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about New Palestine permits
01 Do I need a building permit in New Palestine, IN? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in New Palestine, IN? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in New Palestine, IN? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in New Palestine, IN? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of New Palestine Planning and Zoning / Building Commissioner before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.