Building Permits in Town of Nashville

Brown County, Indiana

Brown County Building Department
201 Locust Ln, 2nd Floor, Nashville, IN 47448
Phone: 812-988-5490
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Email: buildingdept@browncounty-in.gov
Official Website

Permit Types & Fees

Permit Type Category Fee Timeline
Residential Building Permit
Building permits within Nashville are handled by the Brown County Building Department under a one-permit system covering all of Brown County.
residential $125 + $0.07/sq ft 2-4 weeks
Commercial Building Permit
Commercial building permits within Nashville are handled by the Brown County Building Department.
commercial $250 + $0.07/sq ft 4-8 weeks

Building Code

Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC with Indiana amendments)

Inspection Process

Contact the Brown County Building Department at 812-988-5490 to schedule inspections. 48-hour advance notice required.

Additional Notes

Nashville defers building permits to the Brown County Building Department (one-permit system covering all of incorporated Brown County). The town has a Development Review Commission for zoning matters specific to Nashville. Town Clerk-Treasurer's Office at 200 Commercial St, phone 812-988-5526. Major tourist destination known for art galleries, shops, and proximity to Brown County State Park. County seat of Brown County, south-central Indiana.

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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: Town of Nashville and Brown County Building Department websites