County Building Permits
Union County, IN - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Union County, Indiana. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Countywide area plan and building permit authority; the Area Plan page explicitly references "Union County, Indiana and Incorporated Areas" in the flood insurance study context, and the Area Plan Commission includes representation from Town of Liberty and West College Corner.
- Department
- Union County Area Plan Office / Area Plan Commission
- Address
- 6 West South Street, Suite 1, Liberty, IN 47353
- Phone
- 765-458-5044
Application Process
Source: Union County Area Plan Office / Area Plan Commission
General Requirements
The county states a building permit is required for any structure with a cost or estimated value of $1,000.
Required Documents
- Deed, septic permit, site plan, building plans, bedroom count, and current tax receipt.
- Permit validity
- Every permit has an 18 month limitation. Work must be completed within 18 months or the permit must be renewed for one year at a cost of $50.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
- Remodeling, unless load bearing walls are moved
- New windows and siding
- Sidewalks and driveways
- Demolition
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Inspection hours
- Area Plan Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Additional Resources
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Building permit PDF
- About Us page
- Office directory
- 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 Union County Area Plan Office / Area Plan Commission before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Union County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Union County, IN?
- The county states a building permit is required for any structure with a cost or estimated value of $1,000.
- What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Union County, IN?
- The following work is generally exempt: Remodeling, unless load bearing walls are moved; New windows and siding; Sidewalks and driveways; Demolition.
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