Building Permits in Town of Fowler
Benton County, Indiana
Town Hall, Fowler, IN 47944
Phone: 765-376-8880
Hours: By appointment, Mon-Fri; weekends by arrangement
Email: blane8880@gmail.com
Official Website
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required before beginning construction, alteration, or repair of any building or structure within the Town of Fowler. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations within the Town of Fowler. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
Required Documents
Residential Building Permit
- Completed building permit application
- Plat or sketch of proposed location
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC with Indiana amendments)
Inspection Process
Contact the Fowler Building Commissioner at 765-376-8880 to schedule inspections.
Additional Notes
Building Commissioner Brad Lane (part-time position, by appointment). Applications must include a plat/sketch of the proposed location. Setback requirements apply (corner lots 5 ft front/rear, 25 ft one side, 15 ft other). Accessory buildings must be in rear yard only. Appeals go to the Board of Zoning Appeals, then to the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission. County seat of Benton County, northwest Indiana.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: Town of Fowler Building Commissioner website