Building Permits in Harrison County
Question: How do I go about getting a building permit?
Answer: Please complete the "Application for Building Permits" form provided below and submit to the Harrison County Planner's Office.
Question: How can I change the zoning on my property?
Answer: Please complete the "Change of Zone Application" form provided below and submit to the Harrison County Planner's Office.
Question: What is the process for getting a variance or a special exception?
Answer: Please review the "Variance Process" document provided below for additional information on the process.
Question: How can I request a special exception or "variance" on a property?
Answer: Please complete the "Application for special exception or variance" form provided below and submit to the Harrison County Planner's Office.
Question: What are the rules regarding signage?
Answer: Please review the following Harrison County Sign Ordinance and Amendments
Question: How can I get a permit to install signage?
Answer: Complete the "Sign Permit Application" provided below 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 provides information on the State of Indiana rules of law concerning fences and partitions.
Click here to view 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 perform a name, parcel number or business name searches to find out information about property in Harrison County.
