Peru, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Peru

Department

City of Peru Building Department, including Building, Zoning, and Code Enforcement

Address

City Hall, 35 S Broadway, Peru, IN 46970

Phone

765-473-4881

Website

https://www.cityofperu.org/department/index.php?structureid=64

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Determine whether the work is a minor remodel, addition, new construction, or a commercial project.
2. Complete the appropriate application from the city document center or portal.
3. For minor remodeling, electrical, or roofing in an existing structure, submit for Building Commissioner review before starting work.
4. For additions or new construction, include a plot drawing showing lot dimensions, existing buildings, proposed addition, and setbacks to all lot lines.
5. For commercial new builds, include state design release, Rule 5, and floodplain requirements, and deliver three copies to the office.
6. The application and attachments are reviewed by the Zoning Administrator and Building Commissioner.
7. Submit through the online portal or to the Building Department as directed.

Source: City of Peru Building Department, including Building, Zoning, and Code Enforcement

General Requirements

Required for new structures, accessory buildings, additions, electrical, roofing, plumbing, HVAC work, demolition, occupancy, and electrical upgrades on applicable properties.

Required Documents

• Application, plot drawing for additions and new construction, supporting commercial items such as state design release, Rule 5, and floodplain requirements, plus contractor information.

Owner-builder

The portal requires owner or applicant information and property matching; owner-builder rules are not clearly published.

Contractor requirements

Contractor registration and licensing are monitored by the Building Department; the portal requires a linked contractor and says expired licenses are not eligible to submit.

Fees

Permit fee formula

Public zoning fees include ILP and other zoning items; building fees include examples such as roofing flat rates and square foot or construction-cost based charges. The city also publishes separate residential and commercial building permit fees.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Peru Building Department, including Building, Zoning, and Code Enforcement to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Permit review first, then work, then inspections as applicable to the permit type.

Additional Resources

• Zoning information: View zoning info
• 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

Peru Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Peru, IN?

Required for new structures, accessory buildings, additions, electrical, roofing, plumbing, HVAC work, demolition, occupancy, and electrical upgrades on applicable properties.

How much does a building permit cost in Peru, IN?

Fees are calculated as: Public zoning fees include ILP and other zoning items; building fees include examples such as roofing flat rates and square foot or construction-cost based charges. The city also publishes separate residential and commercial building permit fees..

How do I apply for a building permit in Peru, IN?

1. Determine whether the work is a minor remodel, addition, new construction, or a commercial project. 2. Complete the appropriate application from the city document center or portal. 3. For minor remodeling, electrical, or roofing in an existing structure, submit for Building Commissioner review before starting work. 4. For additions or new construction, include a plot drawing showing lot dimensions, existing buildings, proposed addition, and setbacks to all lot lines. 5. For commercial new builds, include state design release, Rule 5, and floodplain requirements, and deliver three copies to the office. 6. The application and attachments are reviewed by the Zoning Administrator and Building Commissioner. 7. Submit through the online portal or to the Building Department as directed.

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