Building Permits in Benton County
Benton County, Indiana
Benton County Building Inspector
706 E 5th St, Suite 12, Fowler, IN 47944
Phone: 765-884-1728
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Email: mhull@bentoncounty.in.gov
Official Website
706 E 5th St, Suite 12, Fowler, IN 47944
Phone: 765-884-1728
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Email: mhull@bentoncounty.in.gov
Official Website
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required for new residential construction, additions, and major renovations in unincorporated Benton County. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations in unincorporated Benton County. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
Required Documents
Residential Building Permit
- Completed building permit application
- Construction drawings (site plan, floor plans, elevations)
- Plot plan or survey
Commercial Building Permit
- Commercial permit application
- Stamped architectural/engineering plans
- Indiana State Design Release
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC with Indiana amendments)
Inspection Process
Contact the Benton County Building Inspector at 765-884-1728 to schedule inspections.
Additional Notes
Building Commissioner Matt Hull. Enforces ordinances for zoning, buildings, plumbing, electrical, fences, signage, grading/land disturbance, occupancy, and special use. Advisory Plan Commission meets in odd-numbered months. The Town of Fowler has its own Building Commissioner for permits within town limits. Northwest Indiana, agricultural county.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: Benton County Building Inspector website