Building Permits in City of Mishawaka
St. Joseph County, Indiana
100 Lincolnway West, Mishawaka, IN 46544
Phone: 574-258-1607
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 4:45 PM
Email: acanarecci@mishawaka.in.gov
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 Mishawaka. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction, tenant build-outs, and renovations in Mishawaka. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 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 |
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 2012 editions as adopted by Indiana)
Inspection Process
Schedule inspections through the Mishawaka Building Department at 574-258-1607. The department conducts inspections and oversees all permitting and licensing for construction projects.
Additional Notes
Mishawaka has its own building department, separate from the St. Joseph County Building Department. Building Commissioner Bo Hundt (bhundt@mishawaka.in.gov). Permit Tech Andrea Canarecci (acanarecci@mishawaka.in.gov). Plumbing/HVAC Inspector Matt Reed. Electrical Inspector Brett VanTornhout. Fax 574-258-1753. Also handles sign permits.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: City of Mishawaka Building Department website