Building Permits in Rush County
Rush County, Indiana
Rush County Planning and Zoning Department
101 E Second St, Room 211, Rushville, IN 46173
Phone: 765-932-3090
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)
Official Website
101 E Second St, Room 211, Rushville, IN 46173
Phone: 765-932-3090
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EST)
Official Website
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Improvement Location Permit Required for new residential construction, additions, and alterations in unincorporated Rush County. The City of Rushville has its own planning office. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction in unincorporated Rush County. State-level IDHS review applies for Class 1 structures. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC with Indiana amendments)
Inspection Process
Contact the Rush County Planning and Zoning Department at 765-932-3090 to schedule inspections.
Additional Notes
Executive Director Mike Holzback. Department handles improvement location permits, subdivisions, variances, special exceptions, replats, and rezones. BZA meets first Wednesday monthly at 5:30 PM, APC meets first Wednesday at 6:00 PM, both at Rush County Courthouse Assembly Room. City of Rushville has separate planning office. East-central Indiana.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: Rush County Planning and Zoning website