Permit Finder

Building Permits in City of Lafayette

Tippecanoe County, Indiana

City Engineer's Office
20 N 6th St, Lafayette, IN 47901
Phone: 765-807-1050
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Official Website

Permit Types & Fees

Permit Type Category Fee Timeline
Residential Building Permit
Required for all new construction and alterations to existing residential buildings within the City of Lafayette. 		residential $0.15 per sq ft (minimum $200) Up to 7 business days
Commercial Building Permit
Required for all new commercial construction and alterations within Lafayette. 		commercial $0.25 per sq ft (minimum $250) Up to 10 business days
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

Commercial Building Permit

Building Code

Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC 2012 editions as adopted by Indiana)

Inspection Process

Schedule inspections through the City Engineer's Office at 765-807-1050. Review period begins only after all required documents are submitted and administrative requirements are satisfied.

Additional Notes

The City Engineer's Office issues all building permits for construction within Lafayette city limits. A building permit is required for all new construction of primary and accessory buildings, and any alterations, repairs, or changes to existing buildings. Lafayette is separate from the Tippecanoe County Building Commission. Full fee schedule available on the city website. General city phone 765-807-1000.

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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 ยท Source: City of Lafayette Building Permits website