The Harrison County Plan Commission is responsible for planning the orderly development of the County. The office processes change of zone applications, subdivision applications, variance and special exception requests. Improvement location permits (building permits), building inspections, certificates of occupancy, issuance of addresses and sign permits are also include in the departments duties.
On October 5, 2009 the conversion of the County Zoning Map to digital format was completed and a reference copy in PDF format is available online (maponline.pdf). This PDF is provided for reference only and it is strongly recommended that the zoning of a parcel be confirmed prior to making any land use decision. Zoning conformations may be obtained by calling Eric Wise at 812-738-8927.
Online Zoning Map for Harrison County (3mb PDF)
The Harrison County Plan Commission is pleased to provide the Harrison County Zoning Ordinances online for your reference.
Harrison County Zoning Ordinance available online!
Comprehensive Plan Adopted for Harrison County:
The Harrison County Plan Commission Meeting Schedule:
Regular meeting, first Thursday of the month, 7:30 pm (Harrison County Courthouse).
Work-sessions, third Thursday of the month, 7:00 pm (Harrison County Annex)
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting Schedule:
Regular meeting, fourth Thursday of the month, 7:30 pm (Harrison County Courthouse)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Question: How do I go about getting a building permit?
Answer: Please complete the following form and submit to the Harrison County Planner's Office. Building Permit Application Form (pdf)
Question: How can I change the zoning on my property?
Answer: Please complete the following form and submit to the Harrison County Planner's Office. Zoning Change Application Form (pdf)
Question: What is the process for getting a variance or a special exception?
Answer: Please review the following document for additional information on the process. Variance Process Information (pdf)
Question: How can I request a special exception or "variance" on a property?
Answer: Please complete the following form and submit to the Harrison County Planner's Office. Variance or Special Exception Application Form(pdf)
Question: What are the rules regarding signage?
Answer: Please review the following Harrison County Sign Ordinance and Amendments (pdf)
Question: How can I get a permit to install signage?
Answer: Compete the attached Signage Permit Application(pdf) and submit to the Harrison County Planning & Zoning Office.
Question: What are the rules that govern maintenance of fences and partitions?
Answer: The following website link provides information on the State of Indiana rules of law concerning fences and partitions. Indiana Code 32-26-9
Question: How can I find out who owns the property next to my property?
Answer: The Harrison County GIS Mapping System will allow you to view GIS maps or do name, parcel number or business name searches to find out information about property in Harrison County. Harrison County GIS Mapping
