Permits in Indianapolis

[Jared Fisher]

Hello,

Does anyone have any insights on how difficult it is to get a permit for renovation/construction in Indianapolis for residential property and know the expected timeline? Also, how is the general landlord friendliness with dealing with the municipality and local regulations/laws, etc?

Thank you so much!

Best,

Jared

[Josh C.]

It depends on your scope. If changing flooring, and some fixtures you don’t need a permit. If gutting the place you’ll need several. If doing pretty much any plumbing, electrical, or HVAC you need a permit. Structural framing needs a permits as well. Roofs, windows, siding need a simple notification which is free and easy to do.

One that has got us in the past is cutting down trees near the street. Even if on your property you need a permit for that, or the city fines you and makes you plant several new trees.

10 years of property management experience you learn all the ins and outs. :)