How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Huntington County, IN?

The minimum permit fee is County fee table shows $0 for some items such as fence and some floodplain permits, but minimum paid fee depends on permit type. Fees are calculated as: County fee table includes flat fees and some square-foot formulas on the published fee schedule.

What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Huntington County, IN?

The following work is generally exempt: Fence permits are listed with no fee, but not as exempt from permitting; Floodplain development permit can be no-fee when in conjunction with a building permit.

County Building Permits

Huntington County, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Huntington County, Indiana. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Indiana Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Unincorporated Huntington County and county-level planning/building functions

Department: Huntington County Community Development (DCD)
Address: 201 N. Jefferson St, Room 204, Huntington, IN 46750
Phone: (260) 358-4840
Website: https://www.huntington.in.us/county/topic/

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: Geo Permitting • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Create an online permitting account with a preferred email address.
Select Huntington County, Indiana from the jurisdiction list.
Choose the correct project type and complete the matching permit application.
Upload or provide required documents in the portal.
Pay fees through the software.
County staff reviews the submittal and issues the permit after requirements are satisfied.

General Requirements

County DCD page lists permits for commercial structure, residential dwelling, additions, roof alterations, decks, accessory structures, fences, ponds, swimming pools, and electrical/plumbing work.

Required Documents

Depends on permit type. County page says some projects use specific permit forms in the portal and some applications still require paper filing.

Building code: Huntington County Building Code plus state building codes and the 2020 Indiana Residential Code are listed by the county

Fees

Minimum permit fee: County fee table shows $0 for some items such as fence and some floodplain permits, but minimum paid fee depends on permit type
Permit fee formula: County fee table includes flat fees and some square-foot formulas on the published fee schedule
Reinspection fee: Re-inspection fee listed as $50 on the county fee table

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Fence permits are listed with no fee, but not as exempt from permitting
Floodplain development permit can be no-fee when in conjunction with a building permit

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours: County office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

County fee schedule shows a $50 re-inspection fee

Additional Resources

Building code: Huntington County Building Code plus state building codes and the 2020 Indiana Residential Code are listed by the county
Zoning information: View zoning info
Permit process map
Codes and ordinances
License lookup guide: Indiana Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Indiana Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Indiana hub: Indiana Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Huntington County Community Development (DCD) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Huntington County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Huntington County, IN?: County DCD page lists permits for commercial structure, residential dwelling, additions, roof alterations, decks, accessory structures, fences, ponds, swimming pools, and electrical/plumbing work.
How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Huntington County, IN?: The minimum permit fee is County fee table shows $0 for some items such as fence and some floodplain permits, but minimum paid fee depends on permit type. Fees are calculated as: County fee table includes flat fees and some square-foot formulas on the published fee schedule.
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Huntington County, IN?: 1. Create an online permitting account with a preferred email address. 2. Select Huntington County, Indiana from the jurisdiction list. 3. Choose the correct project type and complete the matching permit application. 4. Upload or provide required documents in the portal. 5. Pay fees through the software. 6. County staff reviews the submittal and issues the permit after requirements are satisfied.
What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Huntington County, IN?: The following work is generally exempt: Fence permits are listed with no fee, but not as exempt from permitting; Floodplain development permit can be no-fee when in conjunction with a building permit.

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