Building Permits in Town of Kentland

Newton County, Indiana

Newton County Building Department
4117 S 240 W, Morocco, IN 47963
Phone: 219-285-6080
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Email: ncbuilding@newtoncounty.in.gov
Official Website

Permit Types & Fees

Permit Type Category Fee Timeline
Residential Building Permit
Building permits within Kentland are handled by the Newton County Building Department located in Morocco.
residential Contact office 2-4 weeks
Commercial Building Permit
Commercial building permits within Kentland are handled by the Newton County Building Department.
commercial Contact office 4-8 weeks

Building Code

Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC with Indiana amendments)

Inspection Process

Contact the Newton County Building Department at 219-285-6080 to schedule inspections. 24-hour advance notice required.

Additional Notes

Kentland defers building permits to the Newton County Building Department (located in Morocco, not Kentland). County seat of Newton County, northwest Indiana.

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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: Newton County Building Department website