Building Permits in City of Hammond
Lake County, Indiana
5925 Calumet Ave, Room G1, Hammond, IN 46320
Phone: 219-853-6317
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required for construction, alteration, or repair exceeding $300 within the City of Hammond. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations in Hammond. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
| Electrical Permit Required for electrical work. New service $80 for first $1,000 + $11 per additional $1,000. | trade | $80 new service; $60 upgrade/repair (first $1,000) | 1-2 weeks |
| Plumbing Permit Required for plumbing work. $50 minimum includes first 3 fixtures, $25 each additional. | trade | $50 minimum (first 3 fixtures) | 1-2 weeks |
| HVAC/Mechanical Permit Required for heating installations. $50 for first $1,000 + $11 per additional $1,000. | trade | $50 (first $1,000 of installation) | 1-2 weeks |
Required Documents
Residential Building Permit
- Completed building permit application
- Plans and specifications
- Plat or sketch of proposed location
Commercial Building Permit
- Commercial permit application
- Stamped architectural/engineering plans
- Indiana State Design Release
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (2012 IBC with Indiana amendments per Hammond Section 150.003)
Inspection Process
Contact the Building Division at 219-853-6317. Permits must be obtained before work begins.
Additional Notes
Building Commissioner Robert Vale. Chief of Inspections Kelly Kearney. Contractor license $200 initial, $100 annual renewal. Requires liability insurance ($100k/$300k bodily injury, $50k property) and $5,000 license bond recorded with Lake County Recorder. Stop Work Order penalty $250 on top of permit fees. Searchable licensed contractor database on city website. Fax 219-853-6543.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 · Source: City of Hammond Building Division website and municipal code