Building Permits in City of Greencastle
Putnam County, Indiana
City of Greencastle Planning & Zoning
1 N Locust St, Greencastle, IN 46135
Phone: 765-653-7719
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Official Website
1 N Locust St, Greencastle, IN 46135
Phone: 765-653-7719
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Official Website
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Improvement Location Permit Required for new construction, additions, and development within the City of Greencastle. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and renovations within Greencastle city limits. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
Required Documents
Improvement Location Permit
- Completed Improvement Location Permit application
- Construction drawings
- Site plan showing lot dimensions and setbacks
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 Greencastle Planning & Zoning department at 765-653-7719 to schedule inspections. The Building Commissioner reviews plans and issues permits.
Additional Notes
Greencastle City Hall. Appointment not required but calling ahead reduces response time. The Building Commissioner reviews plans for residential, commercial, and industrial structures. County seat of Putnam County. Home of DePauw University. West-central Indiana along I-70 corridor.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: City of Greencastle Planning & Zoning website