Building Permits in City of Warsaw
Kosciusko County, Indiana
102 S Buffalo St, Warsaw, IN 46580
Phone: 574-372-9548
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Email: rbehling@warsaw.in.gov
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 Warsaw. | residential | Contact office for fee schedule | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction, tenant build-outs, and renovations in Warsaw. | commercial | Contact office for fee schedule | 4-8 weeks |
| Electrical Permit Required for electrical work including new circuits, panel upgrades, and service changes. | 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. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
Do You Need a Permit?
Not every project requires a permit in City of Warsaw. Here's a quick reference:
| Project | Permit Required? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Re-roofing | No | Roof replacement does not require a permit in Warsaw. |
| Siding / re-siding | No | Siding replacement does not require a permit unless windows are being replaced. |
| Painting | No | Interior or exterior painting does not require a permit. |
| Minor repairs | No | Minor repair work does not require a permit. |
| Structural improvements | Yes | Any structural, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing work requires a permit. |
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
- Site plan with parking and drainage
- Indiana State Design Release
Building Code
2020 Indiana Residential Code (based on 2018 IRC with Indiana amendments, 675 IAC 14-4.2). Commercial uses 2014 Indiana Building Code (based on 2012 IBC).
Inspection Process
Schedule inspections through the Warsaw Building Department at 574-372-9548. Required stages include footer, foundation, underfloor plumbing, framing, rough-in electrical/plumbing/HVAC, electrical service entrance, and final inspection.
Additional Notes
Building Commissioner Ray Behling. Warsaw is known as the "Orthopedic Capital of the World" with significant commercial and industrial activity. Online permits available through the city's new portal. Fee schedule available as PDF from the Building Department website. Spanish language support available at 260-222-5131. Labor costs must be included in project estimates for permit valuation.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 · Source: City of Warsaw Building Department website