How do I apply for a building permit in Town of New Carlisle, IN?

1. Download the Building Permit Application from the town website. 2. For new home construction, prepare the required plot plan based on an accurate survey and one set of complete working drawings and specifications including electrical and mechanical work. 3. Complete the application with owner information, scope, estimated cost, occupancy, and contractor information. 4. Submit the application and supporting documents to the Building Department at Town Hall. 5. Pay the applicable fee and receive permit approval. 6. Schedule inspections through the Building Department as required by the issued permit.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of New Carlisle, IN?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Department.

City Building Permits

Town of New Carlisle, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of New Carlisle, Indiana. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Indiana St. Joseph County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

New Carlisle has its own building department outside the South Bend/St. Joseph County building permit jurisdiction.

Department: Building Department
Address: New Carlisle Town Hall, 124 E. Michigan St., New Carlisle, IN 46552
Phone: 574-654-3733
Email: No department email was clearly posted
Website: https://townofnewcarlisle.com/departments/building-department/

Online Permit Portal

Open New Carlisle Building Department

Platform: Website resource page with downloadable PDF applications • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Building Permit Application

Application Process

Download the Building Permit Application from the town website.
For new home construction, prepare the required plot plan based on an accurate survey and one set of complete working drawings and specifications including electrical and mechanical work.
Complete the application with owner information, scope, estimated cost, occupancy, and contractor information.
Submit the application and supporting documents to the Building Department at Town Hall.
Pay the applicable fee and receive permit approval.
Schedule inspections through the Building Department as required by the issued permit.

Source: Building Department

General Requirements

Required Documents

Building permit application
For new homes: plot plan based on accurate survey
For new homes: one set of complete working drawings and specifications including electrical and mechanical work
Contractor and design professional information as applicable

Building code: Work must conform to the laws of the State of Indiana and ordinances of the Town of New Carlisle. Exact code edition not clearly summarized.
Owner-builder: Not clearly summarized in public materials reviewed
Contractor requirements: The building department page publishes a Contractor Registration resource, indicating local contractor registration requirements apply.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

Building Department (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Not publicly summarized; inspections are permit specific

Additional Resources

Building code: Work must conform to the laws of the State of Indiana and ordinances of the Town of New Carlisle. Exact code edition not clearly summarized.
Zoning information: View zoning info
Building Permit Application
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 Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of New Carlisle Building Permit FAQ

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of New Carlisle, IN?: 1. Download the Building Permit Application from the town website. 2. For new home construction, prepare the required plot plan based on an accurate survey and one set of complete working drawings and specifications including electrical and mechanical work. 3. Complete the application with owner information, scope, estimated cost, occupancy, and contractor information. 4. Submit the application and supporting documents to the Building Department at Town Hall. 5. Pay the applicable fee and receive permit approval. 6. Schedule inspections through the Building Department as required by the issued permit.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of New Carlisle, IN?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Department.

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