County Building Permits

Scott County, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Indiana Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Scott County unincorporated area; the county FAQ says the Planning Commission can assist with zoning questions and where to obtain a building permit

Department: Scott County Planning Department / Area Plan Commission
Address: 1 E McClain Avenue, Suite G-40, Scottsburg, IN 47170
Phone: 812-752-8445 Ext. 1
Email: Planning Department email link is published on the county page , but the public FAQ does not show the raw address in text
Website: https://www.scottcounty.in.gov/217/Planning-Department and https://www.scottcounty.in.gov/233/Area-Plan-Commission

Application Process

Prepare the filing package required for the project type.
Submit the application through the county's published office contact process.
County staff reviews the filing and advises on next steps.
Permit is issued after review and any required approvals.

Source: Scott County Planning Department / Area Plan Commission

General Requirements

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Scott County Planning Department / Area Plan Commission to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours: county office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Additional Resources

Zoning information: View zoning info
County FAQ
County planning department
License lookup guide: Indiana Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Indiana Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Indiana hub: Indiana Contractor License & Permit Hub

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Scott County Building Permit FAQ

How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Scott County, IN?: 1. Prepare the filing package required for the project type. 2. Submit the application through the county's published office contact process. 3. County staff reviews the filing and advises on next steps. 4. Permit is issued after review and any required approvals.

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