Homeowners and contractors
are advised to review building regulations before
beginning a project. If you have any questions, contact the
Building Official at 961-9430.
Select one of the following or scroll down
the page:
A Building Permit is required to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
improve, remove, convert or demolish any building or structure.
Special Note:
Persons must:
1) File an application identifying the work to be covered by the permit,
2) Provide a description, preferable by street address, and
3) Indicate the intended use. Include plans, diagrams and specifications, as required by
the Building Official. Issuance of a Building Permit may require previous approval
of a Site Plan
Inspections:
All construction or work for which the permit is required is subject to inspection by
the Building Official. The applicant is responsible for contacting the Building &
Zoning Department at appropriate intervals.
Inspections by the city inspector are required
throughout the construction process. Call 961-9430, Monday - Friday, 8
AM to 5 PM at least business day in advance to schedule necessary
inspections.
A Certificate of Occupancy is required to use or occupy (or permit the use or
occupancy of) any building or premise for which a Building Permit has been issued. This
includes single or two-family dwellings and accessory structures.
An Electrical Permit is required to install, alter, repair, replace or remodel any
electrical system, as established by the City Code.
Special Note:
A person must file an application, along with plans detailing the work to be covered
by the permit. The plans are reviewed by the Building Official before approval. All work
must be done by an electrician licensed by the City of Indianola. Exception: Owner-occupied, singe family dwellings may be exempt.
Inspections:
All work for which a permit is required is subject to inspection by the Bulding
Official. The applicant is responsible for contacting the Building and Zoning Department
at appropriate intervals during construction.
A Moving/Demolition Permit is required to demolish a building or portion
thereof or to move a building from one location to another across private or public
property.
Special Note:
An application with proof of insurance, plans, specifications and diagrams is to be
submitted for review by the Building Official prior to issuance of the permit
Inspections:
All work for which a permit is required is subject to inspection by the Building
Officials. The applicant is responsible for contacting the Building and Zoning Department
at the appropriate intervals
A Plumbing Permit is required to install, alter, repair, replace or remodel any
plumbing system as established by the City Code.
Special Note:
Persons must file an application, along with plans that adequately detail the work to
covered by the permit. The plans are reviewed by the Building Official before approval.
All work must be done by a master/journeyman plumber, licensed by the City of Indianola
Inspections
All work for which a permit is required is subject to inspection by the Building
Official. The applicant is responsible for contacting the Building and Zoning Department
at appropriate intervals during construction
A Swimming Pool Permit is required for the installation of any above-ground or
below-ground pool with a capacity of more than 5,000 gallons
Special Note:
The City Code requires swimming pools be completely protected by an appropriate
barrier(fence) of not less than six feet in height. A site plan is also required for the
location of the pool on the site
Inspections
All construction or work for which a permit is required is subject to inspection by
the Building Official. The applicant is responsible for contacting the Building and Zoning
Department at appropriate intervals during construction
A
permit is required for any plantings, except flowers, in the street parking area.
Flowers must meet height restrictions. For complete planting
requirements, you may download the following PDF file or you may contact
Building & Zoning at 961-9430.
Planting
Regulations.
Special Note:
The City Code requires certain types of trees for certain areas. See the City
Ordinance for specifics.
