To apply for a residential permit, please follow these steps:

1. Complete a Residential Permit Application


2. Save the application to your PC


3. Send the application as an attachment to permits@carmel.in.gov


4. After we have assigned your project a permit number, you will receive an email with instructions to upload your plans to Project Dox, our online submittal system.

If you are in doubt whether your project will require a permit, we can help you make that determination.
Please contact our office anytime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at (317) 571-2444,
or contact our Inspector on Call between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. at (317) 571-2481.

One permit is typically issued for any given construction project, and all work being done is covered under this permit. The Builder of Record on the ILP assumes responsibility for all aspects of construction performed, from the actual types of work being done to the scheduling and completion of all required inspections, and payment of all fees.

If you have any questions throughout this process, please call the Building & Code Services office at (317) 571-2444.

Building Permit Fees

Electrical Application

Residential Inspection Requirements

Demolition Requirements and Checklist

Single Family Home Guidelines

Garage Guidelines

Basement Finish Guidelines

Room Addition Guidelines

Carmel Unified Development Ordinance

Stormwater and Erosion Control Handout

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