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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Dayton
County building permit triggers apply in Dayton.
Fences do not require a building permit
Above-ground pools below 42 inches do not require a permit
- Exempt Fences do not require a building permit
- Exempt Above-ground pools below 42 inches do not require a permit
Required documents
- County permit packet
- Required plans and approvals
- Building code
- County-administered Indiana code enforcement; Dayton zoning title remains relevant for local zoning approvals.
- Contractor requirements
- County bond rules apply.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: County states up to 10 days or 10 working days after a full submittal.
- 01 Review Dayton zoning requirements for the site if the project raises local land-use issues.
- 02 File the building permit package with Tippecanoe County Building Commission.
- 03 Include the required county forms, plans, and any site-specific approvals.
- 04 Pay county fees and wait for county review.
- 05 Schedule county inspections and complete final approval.
Typical processing time: County states up to 10 days or 10 working days after a full submittal.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Dayton building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
County minimum permit fee is $75.00 for the listed square-foot categories, plus filing fee
02
Permit fee formula
County mixed square-foot and flat-fee schedule applies.
County says check or exact cash only until 3:30 PM daily.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 765-423-9225 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- At least 24 hours notice required
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Typical sequence: County inspection schedule applies.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Dayton permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Dayton, IN? ▸
County building permit triggers apply in Dayton.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Dayton, IN? ▸
Building permit fees in Dayton, IN are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is County minimum permit fee is $75.00 for the listed square-foot categories, plus filing fee. Fees are calculated as: County mixed square-foot and flat-fee schedule applies..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Dayton, IN? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Dayton, IN, follow these steps: 1. Review Dayton zoning requirements for the site if the project raises local land-use issues. 2. File the building permit package with Tippecanoe County Building Commission. 3. Include the required county forms, plans, and any site-specific approvals. 4. Pay county fees and wait for county review. 5. Schedule county inspections and complete final approval.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Dayton, IN? ▸
Building permit processing times in Dayton, IN typically run County states up to 10 days or 10 working days after a full submittal.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Dayton, IN? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Dayton, IN. The following work is generally exempt: Fences do not require a building permit; Above-ground pools below 42 inches do not require a permit. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Dayton, IN? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Dayton, IN via: 765-423-9225. At least 24 hours notice required.
last verified April 2026
source Tippecanoe County Building Commission ↗
entry id permits/indiana/tippecanoe/dayton
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Tippecanoe County Building Commission before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.