Shirley (Hancock County), IN — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Hancock County Planning and Building Department

Street address

111 American Legion Pl, Suite 146, Greenfield, IN 46140

Phone

317-477-1133

scott.williams@hancockin.gov

Coverage

Public county jurisdiction materials indicate Hancock County Planning and Building administers permits for the Hancock County portion of Shirley. Because Shirley extends into Henry County, this entry applies only to the Hancock County side.

Online portal

Hancock County Permit Requirements

Hancock County permit forms and instructions

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Shirley (Hancock County)

Same county permit categories published by Hancock County for residential, accessory, non-residential, sign, change-of-use, and electrical work.

Note: No Shirley-specific exempt-work list was located. Use Hancock County permit guidance and confirm any claimed exemption directly with the county.

Required documents

County application and supporting plans/approvals based on permit type

Building code: County/state code enforcement through Hancock County Planning and Building.
Permit validity: County non-residential instructions state permits are valid for 12 months following issuance.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Use Hancock County permit instructions and applications for the Shirley parcel if it lies on the Hancock County side of town.
02

Complete the county permit form that matches the work type.
03

Gather site plans, construction plans, and any required health/highway/surveyor/state approvals.
04

Submit materials to Hancock County Planning and Building and email PDF plans where instructed for the permit type.
05

Pay county planning/building fees.
06

Receive permit issuance and complete county inspections.

Source: Hancock County Planning and Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Shirley (Hancock County) building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

See Hancock County fee schedule; residential building fees begin at published county minimums depending on permit type.

Plan check fee

$75 per inspection at plan review for certain residential remodels/additions.

Permit fee formula

County flat and square-foot based fee schedules apply.

Penalty (no permit)

County fines and related charges are referenced in county fee materials.

County planning and building fees may both apply depending on the project.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

317-477-1133 (phone)

Inspection hours: Contact Hancock County Building Department for hours.

Typical sequence: County sequence varies by permit type.

Source: Hancock County Planning and Building Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Shirley (Hancock County) permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Shirley (Hancock County), IN? ▸

Same county permit categories published by Hancock County for residential, accessory, non-residential, sign, change-of-use, and electrical work.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Shirley (Hancock County), IN? ▸

Building permit fees in Shirley (Hancock County), IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is See Hancock County fee schedule; residential building fees begin at published county minimums depending on permit type.. Fees are calculated as: County flat and square-foot based fee schedules apply.. Plan check fee: $75 per inspection at plan review for certain residential remodels/additions..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Shirley (Hancock County), IN? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Shirley (Hancock County), IN, follow these steps: 1. Use Hancock County permit instructions and applications for the Shirley parcel if it lies on the Hancock County side of town. 2. Complete the county permit form that matches the work type. 3. Gather site plans, construction plans, and any required health/highway/surveyor/state approvals. 4. Submit materials to Hancock County Planning and Building and email PDF plans where instructed for the permit type. 5. Pay county planning/building fees. 6. Receive permit issuance and complete county inspections.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Shirley (Hancock County), IN? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Shirley (Hancock County), IN via: 317-477-1133.

last verified April 2026 source Hancock County Planning and Building Department ↗ entry id permits/indiana/hancock/shirley

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

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