Building Permits in City of Salem
Washington County, Indiana
201 E Market St, Suite 104, Salem, IN 47167
Phone: 812-883-5060
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Email: building.safety@cityofsalemin.com
Official Website · Online Permit Portal
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required for new residential and commercial structures, additions, remodels, roofing, decks, garages, pools, and demolition within Salem city limits and annex area (approximately 2-mile radius). Online applications available. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction within Salem city limits and annex area. | commercial | Contact office | 4-8 weeks |
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC with Indiana amendments)
Inspection Process
Contact the City of Salem Office of Building & Safety at 812-883-5060 to schedule inspections.
Additional Notes
Superintendent Ronnie Voyles (ron.voyles@cityofsalemin.com). Online permit applications via iWorQ portal. Plumbers must be state-licensed and bonded. Self-drawn plans accepted if they include all necessary permit review information. Before You Apply guide available on website. Washington County has separate Building Commissioner for projects outside city limits. County seat of Washington County, southern Indiana.
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Verified Data Last verified: March 1, 2026 · Source: City of Salem Building & Safety website