Building Permits in City of Greenwood
Johnson County, Indiana
Greenwood Building Department
2 N Madison Ave, Greenwood, IN 46142
Phone: 317-887-5274
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Official Website
2 N Madison Ave, Greenwood, IN 46142
Phone: 317-887-5274
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Official Website
Permit Types & Fees
| Permit Type | Category | Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Building Permit Required for new residential construction, additions, and renovations in Greenwood. | residential | Contact office | 2-4 weeks |
| Commercial Building Permit Required for commercial construction and tenant improvements. | commercial | Contact office | 3-6 weeks |
| Deck Permit Required for new deck construction. | residential | Contact office | 1-3 weeks |
| Fence Permit Required for fence installations. | residential | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
| Electrical Permit Required for electrical work. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
| Plumbing Permit Required for plumbing installations. | trade | Contact office | 1-2 weeks |
Required Documents
Residential Building Permit
- Completed building permit application
- Construction drawings
- Site plan showing setbacks
Building Code
Indiana Building Code (IRC/IBC 2012 editions as adopted by Indiana)
Inspection Process
Contact the Building Department to schedule inspections.
Additional Notes
Greenwood is the largest city in Johnson County, located on the southern edge of the Indianapolis metro area.
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Verified Data Last verified: February 23, 2026 ยท Source: City of Greenwood website