Building Commissioner - Licenses and Permits

Homeowners can obtain their own permit if they are doing the work themselves.
Building Commissioner: Paul Summers
Email: buildingcommissioner@beechgrove.com

Electrical Inspector: Michael Hughes
City Engineer: Trent Newport

Permits to be obtained at :
Beech Grove Clerk Treasurer's Office
806 Main Street
Beech Grove, IN 46107
317-788-4977 #ext. 5100
Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday

Cash or check only
Checks should be made payable to: The City of Beech Grove

Building Code #150
City of Beech Grove Code of Ordinances
Fees

Important Changes to the Building Permit Application beginning July 1, 2018

Beginning July 1, 2018 the State of Indiana is requiring the Building Department to report all light weight building materials to the local Fire Departments.  This will include all truss construction (roof and floor) and I-Joist construction.  You will need to let the Building department know what materials are used and specific locations.

Truss/I-Joist Location Application
Building - Residential Permit Application Form



Master Vendor Permit Application Form
Fee: $50.00 and $5.00 per person working in the area. 
City of Beech Grove Permits
Applicable Fees are Listed on Each Application Form
Beech Grove Stormwater Utility: Stormwater Standards Manual
​Requirements in this manual become effective January 1, 2016.
General Contractors, Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing License Requirements
General Contractors License Requirements
Certificate of Insurance
Must list the City of Beech Grove as the additional insured.

$10,000 Bond
City authorized to impose bonds, see IC 36-7-2-4
  • Must have  the City of Beech Grove and unknown third party listed as payee.
  • Originals must be on file at the Clerk Treasurer's Office.
  • Copies can be faxed, but originals must be mailed or hand delivered.

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Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing License Requirements

Certificate of Insurance
Must list the City of Beech Grove as the additional insured.

$5,000 Bond  City authorized to impose bonds, see IC 36-7-2-4
  • Must have  the City of Beech Grove and unknown third party listed as payee.
  • Originals must be on file at the Clerk Treasurer's Office.
  • Copies can be faxed, but originals must be mailed or hand delivered.
Requirements for any Structure

Department of Code Enforcement

City of Beech Grove Building Code
(150.001 through 150.999)

Improvement Location Permit (ILP) 
1200 Madison Ave, Suite 100,
INDPLS., IN  46225
(317) 327- 8700

  • Bring your ILP and plans to City Hall for review.
  • All new structures must be reviewed by the Building Commissioner.
  • Once your plans and application have been approved, your building permit will be issued.
Fencing and Swimming Pool Requirements
  1. Fencing Requirements
  1. City of Beech Grove Swimming Pool Inspection Requirements
  2. City of Indianapolis Swimming Pool Requirements
  3. Indiana State Code on Residential Swimming Pools
Terms and Use Policy