Building Permits in City of Muncie
Delaware County, Indiana
300 N High St, Muncie, IN 47305
Phone: 765-747-4862
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Official Website · Online Permit Portal
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required for new residential construction, additions, and major renovations within the City of Muncie. | residential | Contact office (fee schedule available as PDF) | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations in Muncie. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
| Electrical Permit Required for electrical work. Electrical license required. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
| Plumbing Permit Required for plumbing installations and modifications. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
| HVAC/Mechanical Permit Required for HVAC system installations or replacements. HVAC license required. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
| Demolition Permit Required for structure demolition within Muncie. | demolition | Contact office | 2-3 weeks |
Required Documents
Residential Building Permit
- Completed building permit application
- Construction drawings
- Plot plan or survey
Commercial Building Permit
- Commercial permit application
- Stamped architectural/engineering plans
- Indiana State Design Release
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (2012 IBC and 2018 IRC with Indiana amendments)
Inspection Process
Contact the Building Commissioner's Office at 765-747-4862 for scheduling. Required Inspection Procedures document available from the office.
Additional Notes
Building Commissioner Richard Rawlings. HVAC and electrical licenses required by city. Muncie eSuite online portal (Tyler Technologies) for permit searches and contractor accounts. Staff contacts — Hannah Collins (hcollins@muncie.in.gov), Karessa Sanders (ksanders@muncie.in.gov). Permit applications accepted in person, by mail, or email. Lead/asbestos abatement compliance required for pre-1978 structures. Home to Ball State University. Code enforcement complaints via MGOconnect.org.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 · Source: City of Muncie Building Commissioner website