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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Bainbridge, Indiana
County building permit is required for Bainbridge projects handled by Putnam County.
- Same county package as above; commercial design release still applies where required by state law.
- Building code
- County ordinance and state building rules.
- Permit validity
- Same county ordinance, 1 year with 3 month start requirement, 30 day extension option, one renewal.
- Owner-builder
- County contractor listing exemption applies.
- Contractor requirements
- Listed contractor required unless owner-builder exemption is executed.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Use the county building application packet or the Bainbridge-specific planning documents referenced by the county.
- 02 Submit complete plans and required supporting documents to the county planning and building department.
- 03 County review, zoning review, and building review occur before permit issuance.
- 04 Schedule inspections with the county once work starts.
Fee schedule
Bainbridge, Indiana building permit fees
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Call 765-301-9108 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: County permit-specific inspections
24 hours notice required
Frequently asked
Common questions about Bainbridge, Indiana permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Bainbridge, Indiana, IN? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Bainbridge, Indiana, IN? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bainbridge, Indiana, IN? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bainbridge, Indiana, IN? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Putnam County Planning and Building Department for building permits; county zoning administration also serves Bainbridge before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.