Building Department

Prior to doing anything in the Floodplain, you must contact the Floodplain Manager.

1. Siding

2. Doors (unless putting in a new header)

3. Garage Doors (replacing)

4. Windows (unless putting in a new header)

5. Interior work (unless the load bearing structure is altered)

6. Roofing (unless the roof line or structure is altered, or trusses need to be replaced)

7. Detached accessory structure if portable and 120 square feet or less & not in a Floodplain

8. Swings & Playground equipment

9. Fences

10. Sidewalks and driveways

11. Paneling, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and etc.

12. Minor electrical repair and maintenance

13. Minor mechanical repair and maintenance

14. Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24" deep

The Noble County Building Department does not do contractor registration or licensing. However, other Departments in Noble County may have requirements.

Noble County Building Department does not require a demolition permit. However, the following towns may have different requirements. Kendallville, Avilla, Rome City, Albion and Ligonier.

If you see someone building a structure and do not clearly see the building permit posted at the project site, contact the Building Department at (260) 636-2215.

Noble County had adopted the Indiana Division of Fire and Building Safety codes.

https://www.in.gov/dhs/boards-and-commissions/fpbsc-rules/