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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Parke County
"All structural building improvements" according to county planning commission page
- Exempt Public county materials state there is no charge on exempt properties if they are being used and occupied by the permit holder
- septic release number, written application, site plan, floor plan for habitable structures, legal description, signatures, fee payment, E911 proof for new residences
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor/builder name is requested on the application, but no separate contractor licensing rule was published in the county materials reviewed
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Obtain septic release number from Parke County Health Department
- 02 Complete written application
- 03 Provide site plan
- 04 Provide floor plan for habitable buildings
- 05 Provide legal description or copy of warranty deed or recorded contract
- 06 Obtain signatures of owners, contractors, and subdivision boards if applicable
- 07 Pay fees
- 08 Provide proof of E911 address for all new residences
Source: Parke County Planning Commission / Planning and Zoning Office ↗
Fee schedule
Parke County building permit fees
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; office closed 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. for lunch; Friday is a remote day
Typical sequence: Inspection workflow is not published in the reviewed materials
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Parke County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Parke County, IN? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Parke County, IN? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Parke County, IN? ▸
04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Parke County, IN? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Parke County Planning Commission / Planning and Zoning Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.