Apply for a Permit
Apply for a Permit
Instructions
Please choose the correct type of permit you are applying for:
1. Application for a Demo/Remodel Permit: This application is for the removal of an existing primary or accessory structure and/or remodel of an existing structure including roof, gutters, windows, doors, and interior remodels equal to or exceeding $500. This does not include additions of square footage to any structure.
2. Application for New Single Family Home or Addition: This application is for a new single family home or addition to a pre-existing structure. This does not include mobile homes, but does include modular or manufactured homes. For permits for mobile homes please contact the office for more information.
3. Application for an Accessory Structure Permit: This application is for accessory structures including but not limited to garages (attached and detached), pole barns, sheds, decks, patios, and solar panels.
Currently, commercial and industrial buildings or any structure requiring a state release is not permitted online. Please contact our office for more information. If you do not see your project listed above, please contact the office to ensure you are filling out the correct application.
Flood Zone Information:
If you are unsure if your property is located in a flood zone, you can check on the Indiana Floodplain Information Portal 2.0. If your property is located in a flood zone, additional information will be required.
Site Plan/Location:
If you do not have a professional site plan showing the location of the new home/addition/structure, you can use Beacon to depict where it will be located. Instructions are available here: How to Use Beacon to Show Location.
After you have a depiction of the location, please email it to areaplan@vigocounty.in.gov. A site plan/location is required for most permits (see application).
Contact Information:
Area Planning Department
159 Oak St, Terre Haute, IN 47807
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Phone: 812-462-3354
Email: areaplan@vigocounty.in.gov
Building Inspection (to arrange payment and pickup of permit)
151 Oak St, Terre Haute, IN 47807
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Phone: 812-462-3365
Email: carrie.lindsay@vigocounty.in.gov
Word Document:
If you would like to fill out the Word Document for the Application for an Improvement Location Permit, you can access it here: ILP Application Word Document. The document can be emailed to the Area Planning Department (email above) or you can bring in the application to the Area Planning Department in person during business hours.
*We may need additional information to grant your permit. Staff will email you if additional information is required. Some permits may not be able to be granted via email depending on a project's complexity.
The Area Planning Department is permitted five (5) business days by the Vigo County Unified Zoning Ordinance Section 5(A)(3) to grant a permit. Additional time may be required by the Vigo County Health Department or the Building Inspection Department.