Building Permits in City of Bedford
Lawrence County, Indiana
City of Bedford Planning & Zoning
1102 16th St, 2nd Floor, Bedford, IN 47421
Phone: 812-275-1631
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Official Website
1102 16th St, 2nd Floor, Bedford, IN 47421
Phone: 812-275-1631
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 Bedford. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations within Bedford 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 Bedford Planning & Zoning department at 812-275-1631 to schedule inspections.
Additional Notes
2nd floor of Bedford City Hall. Department conducts site and building plan review, issues building permits, and inspects buildings during and after construction for compliance. Administers policies of the Bedford Plan Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Historic Review Board. County seat of Lawrence County, known as the Limestone Capital of the World. South-central Indiana.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: City of Bedford Planning & Zoning website