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Town of Chesterfield

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

Min. permit fee
$25
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Town of Chesterfield, Town Hall

Street address
Chesterfield Government Center, 17 Veteran's Boulevard, Chesterfield, IN
Coverage
Town Hall administers building permit intake for projects within the Town of Chesterfield.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Chesterfield

Permits required for new houses, apartments, business and public buildings, industrial buildings, mobile homes, additions and alterations, accessory buildings over 80 square feet, demolition, movement of buildings, pools, signs, and decks and porches.

Sheds under 80 square feet
  • Exempt Sheds under 80 square feet
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Pick up the application at Town Hall.
  2. 02
    Submit the application and any required supporting information to Town Hall.
  3. 03
    Pay permit, improvement location permit, and certificate of occupancy fees as applicable.
  4. 04
    Complete construction and required inspections.
  5. 05
    Obtain certificate of occupancy when required.

Source: Town of Chesterfield, Town Hall ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Chesterfield building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25
02
Permit fee formula
Flat fee schedule by project type

Cash, check, money order, and credit or debit cards accepted except Visa

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Town Hall (765) 378-3331 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for lunch
§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Chesterfield permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Chesterfield, IN?
Permits required for new houses, apartments, business and public buildings, industrial buildings, mobile homes, additions and alterations, accessory buildings over 80 square feet, demolition, movement of buildings, pools, signs, and decks and porches.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Chesterfield, IN?
Building permit fees in Chesterfield, IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25. Fees are calculated as: Flat fee schedule by project type.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Chesterfield, IN?
To apply for a building permit in Chesterfield, IN, follow these steps: 1. Pick up the application at Town Hall. 2. Submit the application and any required supporting information to Town Hall. 3. Pay permit, improvement location permit, and certificate of occupancy fees as applicable. 4. Complete construction and required inspections. 5. Obtain certificate of occupancy when required.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Chesterfield, IN?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Chesterfield, IN. The following work is generally exempt: Sheds under 80 square feet. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Chesterfield, IN?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Chesterfield, IN via: Town Hall (765) 378-3331.
last verified April 2026 source Town of Chesterfield, Town Hall ↗ entry id permits/indiana/madison/chesterfield

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