City Building Permits

Cloverdale, Indiana, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Cloverdale, Indiana, Indiana. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Indiana Putnam County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

County issues permits for Cloverdale; county zoning also covers Cloverdale

Department
Putnam County Planning and Building Department
Address
1 W Washington St., 4th Floor, Room 46, Greencastle, IN
Phone
765-301-9108
Website
https://co.putnam.in.us/building-and-planning

Application Process

  1. Use county building permit application materials.
  2. Submit complete plans and supporting documents to the county office.
  3. County review determines code, zoning, and flood compliance.
  4. Permit is issued after fees are paid.

General Requirements

County permit required for Cloverdale construction.

Required Documents

  • County application, scaled plans, plot plan, and any state design release if commercial.
Permit validity
County ordinance applies.
Building code
County/state adopted rules.
Owner-builder
County contractor listing exemption applies.
Contractor requirements
Listed contractor required unless exempt.

Fees

Permit fee formula
County fee schedule applies
Reinspection fee
County reinspection fee and double-fee penalty for premature start

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Putnam County Planning and Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Call county office (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: County permit inspections

24 hours notice required

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Putnam County Planning and Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cloverdale, Indiana Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Cloverdale, Indiana, IN?
County permit required for Cloverdale construction.
How much does a building permit cost in Cloverdale, Indiana, IN?
Fees are calculated as: County fee schedule applies.
How do I apply for a building permit in Cloverdale, Indiana, IN?
1. Use county building permit application materials. 2. Submit complete plans and supporting documents to the county office. 3. County review determines code, zoning, and flood compliance. 4. Permit is issued after fees are paid.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Cloverdale, Indiana, IN?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Call county office.

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