Building Permits in City of Crown Point
Lake County, Indiana
103 E Clark St, Crown Point, IN 46307
Phone: 219-662-3239
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Email: building@crownpoint.in.gov
Official Website · Online Permit Portal
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required for all construction, alterations, demolition, or repair within Crown Point, including decks and patios 12+ inches from ground. | residential | ~$5,000 for new homes; $500 non-refundable application deposit | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations in Crown Point. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
| Electrical Permit Required for electrical work. Contractor affidavit required. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
| Plumbing Permit Required for plumbing installations and modifications. Contractor affidavit required. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
| HVAC/Mechanical Permit Required for HVAC system installations or replacements. Contractor affidavit required. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
Required Documents
Residential Building Permit
- Completed building permit application
- Survey
- Construction drawings
- Scope of work
- Energy report
- HOA letters (if applicable)
- Notarized Owner Affidavit (if homeowner)
Commercial Building Permit
- Commercial permit application
- Stamped architectural/engineering plans
- Indiana State Design Release
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC as adopted by Indiana)
Inspection Process
Request inspections online through the Tyler EnerGov Citizen Self Service portal. Department completes requests within 3 business days. Incorrect inspection type triggers re-inspection fees. Inaccessible sites receive red tag and $25 re-inspection fee.
Additional Notes
Building Administrator Joe Cash (jcash@crownpoint.in.gov). Tyler EnerGov online permit portal — most modern system in Lake County. All contractors and subcontractors must be listed on permit application — no one can work under someone else's license. $500 non-refundable application deposit deducted from final permit cost. Payment deadline 3:00 PM daily. Crown Point is the Lake County seat. Downtown courthouse square area is historically significant.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 · Source: City of Crown Point Building Department website