Town of Beverly Shores, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Town limits of Beverly Shores.

Department

Building Commissioner / Building and Building Site Committee

Address

500 S. Broadway, P.O. Box 38, Beverly Shores, IN 46301

Phone

219-728-6531

Email

clerktreasurer@townofbeverlyshores.in.gov

Website

https://www.in.gov/towns/beverlyshores/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Use the Building and Building Site Committee page to select the needed application.
2. Register contractors if required.
3. Submit building permit application with plat/sketch and plans.
4. Obtain any required state design release or other approvals.
5. Pay fees and receive permit issuance.

General Requirements

A permit is required before beginning excavation, construction, or alteration of any building or structure.

Required Documents

• Plat or sketch showing lot boundaries, plans and specifications, and any required state release.

Permit validity

Building contractor registration expires each December 31 and must be renewed by January 31.

Building code

Town code chapter 155 and town building regulations; state releases are required when applicable.

Owner-builder

Contractor registration requirement does not apply to a homeowner, engineer, architect, employee of a contractor, delivery service, or material supplier performing no other services.

Contractor requirements

All building contractors must register and provide insurance and workers comp coverage.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Annual contractor registration fee is in town fee schedule; exact amount was not cleanly visible in the reviewed pages.

Permit fee formula

Permit fees are in the town fee schedule and local application types.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Commissioner / Building and Building Site Committee to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours

Town hours Monday 10 AM to 3 PM, Wednesday 12 PM to 5 PM, Friday 10 AM to 3 PM.

Typical inspection sequence: Application review, possible site visit, permit issuance, and then inspections.

Contractor violations can lead to stop-work orders and registration revocation.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Town code chapter 155 and town building regulations; state releases are required when applicable.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• 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 Beverly Shores Building Permit FAQ

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

A permit is required before beginning excavation, construction, or alteration of any building or structure.

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

The minimum permit fee is Annual contractor registration fee is in town fee schedule; exact amount was not cleanly visible in the reviewed pages.. Fees are calculated as: Permit fees are in the town fee schedule and local application types..

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

1. Use the Building and Building Site Committee page to select the needed application. 2. Register contractors if required. 3. Submit building permit application with plat/sketch and plans. 4. Obtain any required state design release or other approvals. 5. Pay fees and receive permit issuance.

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