Building Permits in City of Frankfort
Clinton County, Indiana
301 E Clinton St, Frankfort, IN 46041
Phone: 765-654-5278
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Official Website
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required for new residential construction, additions, and major renovations within the City of Frankfort. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations within Frankfort city limits. | 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 Frankfort Building Services Department at 765-654-5278 to schedule inspections.
Additional Notes
Senior Building Inspector Rob Bogue. Independent from Clinton County APC. Adopted a Unified Development Ordinance (June 2023, Ordinance No. 23-08) which set current permit fees. Handles plan review, building permits, sign permits, inspections, zoning, stormwater standards, and ADA compliance. Permit procedure handouts available for common projects (garages, fences, additions, pools, roofs, sidewalks). County seat of Clinton County, central Indiana.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: City of Frankfort Building Services website