Posey County, IN — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Posey County Building Commission / Building Department

Street address

126 East Third St., Room 132, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620

Phone

812-838-1324

alicia.denning@poseycountyin.gov

Coverage

Unincorporated Posey County. The county page says the department issues construction permits within the limits of Posey County except the city limits of Mount Vernon, New Harmony, Poseyville, and Griffin.

Online portal

Permit portal

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Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Posey County

The county page states permits are required for residential and commercial structures built or remodeled in Posey County, except the excluded city limits. The office also expects land use review first in many cases.

Scope of work

Permit?

Agricultural buildings on farms of at least 50 acres are exempt from fees, but permits are still required

Exempt

Churches are exempt from fees, but permits are still required

Exempt

Exempt Agricultural buildings on farms of at least 50 acres are exempt from fees, but permits are still required
Exempt Churches are exempt from fees, but permits are still required

Required documents

Application form, exact site plan showing property lines and existing structures, construction plans with cross section details, and state release if applicable. The APC land use permit process asks for a legal description and a plot plan showing proposed placement and setbacks.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Start with the Area Plan Commission if a land use permit or Improvement Location Permit is needed.
02

Prepare the building permit application, site plan, and construction plans.
03

Submit the application through the office or the online portal.
04

Provide any required state release documents if applicable.
05

Schedule inspections through the Building Commission once work is underway.

Source: Posey County Building Commission / Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Posey County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$100 general minimum fee

Permit fee formula

Mostly square-foot and valuation based. Examples from the schedule include single family dwellings at $0.08 per square foot with a $150 minimum, remodel and addition minimums, trade permit flat fees, and larger commercial categories at $6.00 per $1,000 with caps.

Reinspection fee

$25 for an inspection called when the work is not ready, and the fee doubles if not paid in 30 days. Failure to obtain a required permit may result in a fine of $100 to $500.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Phone 812-838-1324 (phone)

Inspection hours: Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and inspections should be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance if possible

Typical sequence: Soil and footings, foundation wall, underground electrical, underground plumbing, concrete slab, rough plumbing, rough electrical, rough mechanical, rough framing, insulation and caulking, final inspection

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Posey County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Posey County, IN? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Posey County, IN? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Posey County, IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $100 general minimum fee. Fees are calculated as: Mostly square-foot and valuation based. Examples from the schedule include single family dwellings at $0.08 per square foot with a $150 minimum, remodel and addition minimums, trade permit flat fees, and larger commercial categories at $6.00 per $1,000 with caps..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Posey County, IN? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Posey County, IN, follow these steps: 1. Start with the Area Plan Commission if a land use permit or Improvement Location Permit is needed. 2. Prepare the building permit application, site plan, and construction plans. 3. Submit the application through the office or the online portal. 4. Provide any required state release documents if applicable. 5. Schedule inspections through the Building Commission once work is underway.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Posey County, IN? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Posey County, IN. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural buildings on farms of at least 50 acres are exempt from fees, but permits are still required; Churches are exempt from fees, but permits are still required. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Posey County, IN? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Posey County, IN via: Phone 812-838-1324.

last verified April 2026 source Posey County Building Commission / Building Department ↗ entry id permits/indiana/posey/unincorporated

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Posey County Building Commission / Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.