Building Permits in City of Anderson
Madison County, Indiana
120 E 8th St, Anderson, IN 46016
Phone: 765-648-6055
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 3:30 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 Anderson. | residential | Based on construction valuation | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction, tenant build-outs, and renovations in Anderson. | commercial | Based on construction valuation | 4-8 weeks |
| Deck Permit Required for new deck construction or significant modifications. | residential | Contact office | 1-3 weeks |
| Fence Permit Required for fence installations in Anderson. | residential | Contact office | 1-2 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 |
| Demolition Permit Required for structure demolition within Anderson. | demolition | Contact office | 2-3 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
- Site plan with parking and drainage
- Indiana State Design Release
Deck Permit
- Building permit application
- Deck design plan with dimensions
- Plot plan showing setback distances
- Footing details
Fence Permit
- Fence permit application
- Site plan showing fence location and property lines
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC 2012 editions as adopted by Indiana)
Inspection Process
Schedule inspections through the Anderson Permit Center at 765-648-6055. Includes footing, framing, rough-in, and final inspections.
Additional Notes
Anderson is the county seat of Madison County. The Permit Center issues trade licenses to approved electrical, HVAC, and plumbing contractors. No online permit portal — applications in person only. Permit forms available for download on the city website. The Permit Center also handles complaint intake for safety violations, code violations, and hazardous structures. Anderson Zoning can be reached at 765-648-6168.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 · Source: City of Anderson Building Commission website