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Name
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Expiration
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Phone
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Fax
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William
Milligan
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260-726-6904
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260-726-6903
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Postal
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E-mail
Address
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Community Resource Center
118 S. Meridian Street, Suite E
Portland, IN 47371
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Office
Hours
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Monday-Friday
8:30am-4:30pm
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Functions/Services
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Building Codes in Effect |
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The following
regulation of the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission
as set out in Title 675 of the Indiana Administrative Code are adopted
as the standards for construction within the jurisdiction of Jay
County and the City of Portland, Indiana:
675 IAC 12 - Administration
675 IAC 13 - Indiana Building Code
675 IAC 14 - Indiana One & Two Family Dwelling Code
675 IAC 16 - Indiana Plumbing Code
675 IAC 17 - Indiana Electrical Code
675 IAC 18 - Indiana Mechanical Code
675 IAC 19 - Indiana Energy Conservation Code
675 IAC 20 - Indiana Swimming Pool Code
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Quick
View Building & Zoning Regulations
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ZONING
REGULATIONS
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Area of
Coverage
Jay
County Zoning Ordinance
Click above to download. Requires Adobe
Reader.
City
of Portland:
The City of Portland has the authority within the City limits
and two miles beyond the City limits.
Jay County:
The authority of Jay County is Salamonia and all other unincorporated
areas.
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Subdivisions
Jay County
Subdivision Control Ordinance
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Reader.
City:
All Subdivision applications will be reviewed by the Portland
Planning Commission.
Jay County:
All Subdivision applications will be reviewed by the Jay County
Planning Commission.
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Setbacks
Setbacks on any new structure, including fences, are required
in both the City and the County.
PLEASE CALL FOR ALL THE REQUIREMENTS!
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Mobile
Homes
City:
Mobile Homes are permitted only in a Mobile Home Park.
Jay County:
Mobile Homes are considered a Special Exception, requiring approval
of the Jay County Board of Zoning Appeals.
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FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS: Do I Need A Permit For...?
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New
Home - Yes
New Garage - Yes
New Basement - Yes
Accessory Buildings - Yes
Additions & Structural Changes - Yes
Pool, above or below ground - Yes
Towers - Yes
Commercial Buildings - Yes
Ag Buildings - Yes
Home Occupation - Yes |
Fence
- Yes (City only)
Awning - Yes (City only)
Roadside Sale - Yes (City only)
Replacement of:
Vinyl Siding - No
Windows - No
Sidewalks - No
Driveway - No
Re-roofing - Only if the roof line is being altered. |
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BUILDING
REGULATIONS
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Building
Permit Requirements
Any person or legal entity desiring to construct any new building
or structure, ot alter, remove or demolish any existing building or
structure, shall first make application to the Building & Planning
Department.
No permit shall be issued, unless the application for a permit is
accompanied by:
1. A plat or sketch of the proposed location showing lot boundaries,
a 911 address, and plans and specifications showing the work to be
done.
2. When applicable, a copy of a Design Release, issued by the State
Building Commissioner and the State Fire Marshall pursuant to IC 22-15-3-1,
and a complete set of plans.
3. When applicable, written approval from the City or County Highway
Department for any driveway cuts, culverts or such other requirements
of such departments.
4. When applicable, written approval or a non-objection letter from
the County Health Department.
5. When applicable, written approval or release from the County Surveyor's
Office or written approval from the County Drainage Board for any
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Flood
Areas
Floodways or floodplain areas are regulated by Portland, Jay County
and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
If you are building near a ditch, waterway, or low area, you need
to contact our office for the requirements and regulations
governing these areas.
ZONING AND FLOODWAY MAPS ARE
AVAILABLE THROUGH GIS. |
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ADVANCED
PLANNING
The department will assist you in meeting the Zoning and Building
requirements applicable to your project.
Just Call 260-726-6904
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