Building

Responsibilities

The Valparaiso Building Department is responsible for issuing building permits and performing inspections for construction and remodeling projects within the city limits.

Permits enable the city to enforce provisions of the Indiana Building Code and local ordinances. These codes provide a minimum standard for protection of life, health, property, and public welfare.

The Valparaiso Building Department also oversees contractor registration. Any contractor, sub-contractor, or specialty contractor working within the city limits must be registered with the city. In addition, the Building Department receives, assesses, and works to resolve code enforcement complaints and violations.

The City of Valparaiso now accepts credit cards through a 3rd party payment platform for government clients called PayGov. Those customers who choose to use this service pay the nominal convenience fee of a flat $1 for any payment under $33 or 3% for any amount over $33. These fees are paid directly to PayGov, and are not collected by the City.