Town of Highland, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Town building office for permits, inspections, code enforcement, and contractor licensing inside Highland.

Department

Building & Inspection Department

Address

Highland Municipal Building, 3333 Ridge Road, Highland, IN 46322

Phone

219-972-7595

Email

kmika@highland.in.gov

Website

https://www.highland.in.gov/building-inspection/

Application Process

1. Download the proper permit form from Highland Building & Inspection.
2. If using a contractor, make sure the contractor is licensed with the Town of Highland.
3. Submit the application and supporting paperwork by email, fax, or directly to the department.
4. Pay permit fees under the posted permit fee schedule.
5. Schedule required inspections with the Building & Inspection Department.
6. Complete final inspection and close out the permit.

Source: Building & Inspection Department

General Requirements

Highland handles new buildings, rehabilitations, expansions, interior remodeling, fences, pools, room additions, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, reconnection, razing, and signs through posted permit forms.

Required Documents

• Permit application signed by both contractor and property owner or supported by contract, plus project-specific plans and supporting materials required by the form.

Building code

Highland states contractors must be familiar with applicable State of Indiana and Town of Highland building codes.

Owner-builder

Highland posts homeowner occupancy and homeowner electrical exam forms, indicating owner-occupant routes for some work.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must be licensed or registered with Highland; the application requires insurance naming the town at 3333 Ridge Rd as certificate holder.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Posted on the permit fee PDF linked from the department page, but not cleanly extracted in indexed text.

Plan check fee

Not separately summarized on the reviewed indexed page.

Permit fee formula

Project-specific schedule by permit type.

Reinspection fee

Not clearly summarized on the reviewed indexed page.

Payment note

Forms are submitted by email, fax, or in person; fee payment follows town processing rules.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building & Inspection Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Through the Building & Inspection Department (contact)

Inspection hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Based on the specific permit form and trade involved.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Highland states contractors must be familiar with applicable State of Indiana and Town of Highland building codes.
• Other useful links
• Other useful links
• Other useful links
• License lookup guide: Indiana Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Indiana Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Indiana hub: Indiana Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Highland Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Highland, IN?

Highland handles new buildings, rehabilitations, expansions, interior remodeling, fences, pools, room additions, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, reconnection, razing, and signs through posted permit forms.

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Highland, IN?

The minimum permit fee is Posted on the permit fee PDF linked from the department page, but not cleanly extracted in indexed text.. Fees are calculated as: Project-specific schedule by permit type.. Plan check fee: Not separately summarized on the reviewed indexed page..

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Highland, IN?

1. Download the proper permit form from Highland Building & Inspection. 2. If using a contractor, make sure the contractor is licensed with the Town of Highland. 3. Submit the application and supporting paperwork by email, fax, or directly to the department. 4. Pay permit fees under the posted permit fee schedule. 5. Schedule required inspections with the Building & Inspection Department. 6. Complete final inspection and close out the permit.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Highland, IN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Through the Building & Inspection Department.

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