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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Crawfordsville
residential new construction, addition, remodel, pool, shed, porch, deck, and fence work
Required documents
- completed application, complete set of construction plans, complete site plan, and subcontractor listing
- Building code
- Crawfordsville Zoning Ordinance and city code govern local permit administration
- Contractor requirements
- contractor registration is a published city form
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Complete the appropriate permit application and prepare construction plans and site plan.
- 02 Submit the packet to Planning and Building Services.
- 03 Staff reviews the application and plans for compliance.
- 04 If applicable, obtain the Montgomery County Health Department septic permit after the citys storm water review is forwarded.
- 05 Staff calculates fees, contacts the applicant with approval, and the permit is issued after payment.
- 06 Inspections are scheduled directly with the City Building Inspector.
- 07 After final inspection, the city issues the certificate of occupancy.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Crawfordsville building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
published permit minimums include $15 for temporary signs and $20 for change of occupancy; many residential permits start at $50
02
Plan check fee
not clearly separated as a distinct line item on the public fee page
03
Permit fee formula
fees are set by permit type, with some charges based on square footage
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- inspections are scheduled by the owner or applicant directly with the City Building Inspector (online)
- Inspection hours
- office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: application review, fee calculation, permit issuance, inspections, final inspection, certificate of occupancy
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Crawfordsville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Crawfordsville, IN? ▸
residential new construction, addition, remodel, pool, shed, porch, deck, and fence work
02 How much does a building permit cost in Crawfordsville, IN? ▸
Building permit fees in Crawfordsville, IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is published permit minimums include $15 for temporary signs and $20 for change of occupancy; many residential permits start at $50. Fees are calculated as: fees are set by permit type, with some charges based on square footage. Plan check fee: not clearly separated as a distinct line item on the public fee page.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Crawfordsville, IN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Crawfordsville, IN, follow these steps: 1. Complete the appropriate permit application and prepare construction plans and site plan. 2. Submit the packet to Planning and Building Services. 3. Staff reviews the application and plans for compliance. 4. If applicable, obtain the Montgomery County Health Department septic permit after the citys storm water review is forwarded. 5. Staff calculates fees, contacts the applicant with approval, and the permit is issued after payment. 6. Inspections are scheduled directly with the City Building Inspector. 7. After final inspection, the city issues the certificate of occupancy.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Crawfordsville, IN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Crawfordsville, IN via: inspections are scheduled by the owner or applicant directly with the City Building Inspector.
last verified April 2026
source Department of Planning and Building Services ↗
entry id permits/indiana/montgomery/crawfordsville
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Department of Planning and Building Services before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.