Scottsburg, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

City of Scottsburg municipal limits

Department

Scottsburg Building, Planning, and Zoning Commission

Address

2 McClain Ave, Scottsburg, IN 47170

Phone

812-722-1157 for planning and zoning; inspection contact on the permit review schedule is 812-595-2014

Email

cboley@scottsburg.in.gov for permit applications and planning items , rwilson@scottsburg.in.gov for inspections

Website

https://www.cityofscottsburg.com/planning-zoning/

Application Process

1. Identify the required permit or commission packet on the Scottsburg planning and zoning page.
2. Submit building permit applications to Carmen Boley by email.
3. For plan commission items, complete the pre-application meeting with the administrator.
4. Provide the required documents and forms, including digital copies and three hard copies of drawings where required.
5. Submit a complete application by 3:00 pm at least 30 calendar days before the regular plan commission meeting date for PC items.
6. Staff reviews the filing for completeness and assigns a hearing date or permit processing path.
7. Pay the required fee and obtain permit approval.

Source: Scottsburg Building, Planning, and Zoning Commission

General Requirements

the permit application asks for project type, cost of labor and materials, square footage, height, zoning, floodplain status, and site information

Required Documents

• recorded deed, purchase agreement if applicable, owner or HOA permission if applicable, detailed site plan, construction plans, 811 ticket before excavation, proof of sewer/water/electric connections, title and VIN for manufactured homes, demolition utility disconnect verification, waste and debris plan, asbestos inspection for eligible demolitions, and state approved Construction Design Release for commercial and industrial projects

Building code

the review schedule states current Indiana adopted state codes, including Residential 2020 Indiana Residential Code, Commercial 2009 Indiana Electrical Code, Indiana Fire Code 675 IAC 22, Commercial 2012 International Mechanical Code, and Commercial 2012 Indiana Plumbing Code

Contractor requirements

contractor information is collected on the application, but no separate published contractor licensing rule was located in the reviewed sources

Fees

Minimum permit fee

residential fence permit is $50; several other residential permits start at $50 or $100

Permit fee formula

many fees use a base amount plus a square-foot or capacity-based add-on, such as new residential structure at $175 plus $0.10 per square foot and commercial new structure at $250 plus $0.15 per square foot

Reinspection fee

first, second, and third-or-more reinspection fees are published; work without permit is charged at 2x fee

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Scottsburg Building, Planning, and Zoning Commission to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• as of January 1, 2026, inspections must be scheduled by email (contact)

Typical inspection sequence: inspection report lists temporary electric pole, permanent electric, service, footer, under slab, plumbing rough-in, framing, electrical rough-in, mechanical rough-in, final electric, final plumbing, final mechanical, final energy code, final certificate of occupancy/compliance, and sidewalk implementation plan

reinspection fees are per permit and increase by occurrence

Additional Resources

• Building code: the review schedule states current Indiana adopted state codes, including Residential 2020 Indiana Residential Code, Commercial 2009 Indiana Electrical Code, Indiana Fire Code 675 IAC 22, Commercial 2012 International Mechanical Code, and Commercial 2012 Indiana Plumbing Code
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Unified Development Ordinance
• Permit application
• Planning commission packet
• License lookup guide: Indiana Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Indiana Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Indiana hub: Indiana Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Scottsburg Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Scottsburg, IN?

the permit application asks for project type, cost of labor and materials, square footage, height, zoning, floodplain status, and site information

How much does a building permit cost in Scottsburg, IN?

The minimum permit fee is residential fence permit is $50; several other residential permits start at $50 or $100. Fees are calculated as: many fees use a base amount plus a square-foot or capacity-based add-on, such as new residential structure at $175 plus $0.10 per square foot and commercial new structure at $250 plus $0.15 per square foot.

How do I apply for a building permit in Scottsburg, IN?

1. Identify the required permit or commission packet on the Scottsburg planning and zoning page. 2. Submit building permit applications to Carmen Boley by email. 3. For plan commission items, complete the pre-application meeting with the administrator. 4. Provide the required documents and forms, including digital copies and three hard copies of drawings where required. 5. Submit a complete application by 3:00 pm at least 30 calendar days before the regular plan commission meeting date for PC items. 6. Staff reviews the filing for completeness and assigns a hearing date or permit processing path. 7. Pay the required fee and obtain permit approval.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Scottsburg, IN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: as of January 1, 2026, inspections must be scheduled by email.

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