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Washington County, Indiana

Building permits, zoning and land rules in Washington County, Indiana

67Index Score / 100
#21 of 92 in Indiana

Washington County, Indiana requires a site improvement application for a new residential structure in county jurisdiction.1 County-regulated construction receives phased inspections, and a new home needs a certificate of occupancy before anyone moves in.23 Start with the Highway Department for a new driveway, then obtain septic approval before taking the building application to the Building Department.45

At a glance

Building permit
Required for new residential structures in county jurisdiction1
Zoning
County zoning applies outside land covered by Salem or Livonia ordinances6
Septic permit
Required through the Washington County Health Department75
RV or camper
Requires a site improvement application; flood-hazard areas add placement limits84
Tiny home
An off-site manufactured unit needs HUD identification or Indiana modular marking4
Owner-builder
An owner may obtain the permit, but no exemption from permits or inspections was confirmed94
Private well
County permit requirement unconfirmed; ask Environmental Health before drilling1011

Who to call

Building permits

Washington County Building Department

Site improvement applications, residential inspections, certificates of occupancy, county zoning questions and local floodplain development review

812-883-0139

[email protected]

601 Anson Street, Salem, IN 47167

Septic permits

Washington County Health Department Environmental Health

Private sewage disposal permits, septic plan review, inspections and environmental-health questions

(812) 883-5603 ext. 8

[email protected]

806 Martinsburg Road, Suite 100, Salem, IN 47167

Roads & driveways

Washington County Highway Department

Driveway permits for new driveways, driveway extensions and culvert replacements on county-controlled roads

812-883-3538

600 Anson Street, Salem, IN 47167

Contact details are copied from each office’s official page and were checked against it on September 27, 2026.

Do you need a building permit in Washington County, Indiana?

Yes. Washington County requires a site improvement application for a new single-family or multifamily residence in county jurisdiction.1 The county also lists residential additions and remodels, attached garages, mobile or manufactured homes, temporary structures, RVs and campers among projects needing an application.4 Decks, roofing, pools and remodeling that does not increase residential living area are listed as not requiring that application, although another permit may still apply.4 Permit fees are based on gross project area, including basements and garages, and the published schedule runs from $50 through $500.12 Indiana has adopted statewide building codes, while local jurisdictions retain authority to require permits and create inspection schedules.1314

Who is the Washington County building department, and how do you reach it?

The Washington County Building Department handles site improvement applications and county building-code administration at 601 Anson Street, Salem, IN 47167; call 812-883-0139 or email [email protected].4 The same county page directs Salem city-limit and annex-area projects to the City of Salem Building Department, so establish the parcel's jurisdiction before applying.4 Washington County requires evaluations at each phase of covered construction, requested at least 24 hours ahead; missed evaluations can bring fines or stop-work orders.2 A final inspection determines compliance, and the certificate of occupancy must be issued before a new home is occupied.3 For county-road access, the Washington County Highway Department is at 600 Anson Street, Salem, IN 47167 and can be reached at 812-883-3538.15

Does Washington County have zoning?

Yes. Washington County's zoning chapter applies to county land not covered by the ordinances of Salem or Livonia.6 The correct authority therefore depends on the property's city, township and county jurisdiction, and some Washington Township subdivision territory goes to the Salem Plan Commission.16 Ask the Washington County Building Department to confirm jurisdiction, the zoning district, allowed use and site standards before choosing a building location.4 The county page publishes general setbacks of 5 feet from the property line and 10 feet from the residence, but a parcel's zoning and project type still need confirmation.4 Washington County's reviewed material does not establish a county owner-builder exemption, minimum dwelling area, accessory-dwelling rule or general agricultural exemption.917

How do septic permits work in Washington County?

The Washington County Health Department's Environmental Health section issues private sewage permits and inspects new septic construction.18 For a new system, first receive the driveway permit, then submit the septic application, legal description and current recorded deed and pay the $100 fee.5 A certified soil scientist must test the site, and the installer must complete plan review with the county environmentalist before the construction permit is issued.5 The office is at 806 Martinsburg Road, Suite 100, Salem, IN 47167; call (812) 883-5603 ext. 8 or email [email protected].11 Only about 29.9% of mapped county soils are rated without severe limitations for a conventional drain field, so settle septic feasibility before fixing the house site.19 Indiana sanitation rules generally require a compliant septic tank and soil absorption system where a dwelling lacks sewer service.20

Can you live in an RV or tiny home on land in Washington County?

Washington County requires a site improvement application for an RV, camper or temporary structure in county jurisdiction, and those temporary units do not receive a permanent emergency-service address.84 In a special flood-hazard area, an RV must be on site for less than 180 days and remain licensed and highway-ready, or it must meet the requirements for a manufactured home.8 That floodplain rule does not answer how long an RV may be occupied on every private parcel, so ask the Building Department about the proposed location, duration, utilities and residential use.4 For an off-site manufactured tiny home or cabin, the county requires a HUD identification plate or Indiana industrialized-building or modular marking.4 Washington County's reviewed rules do not confirm a general minimum dwelling size or temporary-camping allowance.21

Building a home in Washington County: what are the steps?

  1. Ask the Washington County Building Department to confirm jurisdiction, zoning, allowed residential use, setbacks and whether the site is in a special flood-hazard area.6224
  1. Obtain the county Highway Department's driveway permit before seeking the septic permit or permanent address.155
  1. Apply to Environmental Health for septic approval, arrange the certified soil test and have the installer complete plan review.5
  1. Take the septic permit and ownership documentation to the Building Department for the site improvement application.11
  1. Request each construction evaluation at least 24 hours in advance.2
  1. Complete the final inspection and obtain the certificate of occupancy before moving into the new home.3
  1. For a state-highway entrance, use Indiana's electronic permit system rather than the county-road process.23

What should you check before buying land in Washington County?

Confirm whether county, Salem or Livonia zoning governs the parcel before relying on a listing's description of permitted use.6 Check flood maps early because Washington County requires a floodplain development permit before development begins in a special flood-hazard area, and Indiana DNR controls most floodway development.2224 Commission a soil evaluation before fixing a homesite because only about 29.9% of mapped soils avoid severe limits for a conventional septic drain field.19 Confirm legal road access and the correct driveway authority; a state-highway connection requires permission from Indiana, while county driveway work goes through the Highway Department.2315 The county's standalone private-well permit requirement could not be confirmed, so ask Environmental Health before arranging drilling.1011 For carrying-cost context, the median property-tax bill is about $1,058 per year and the effective rate is about 0.7%.2526

Watch-outs

  • Washington County requires construction evaluations at least 24 hours in advance, and missed evaluations may lead to fines or stop-work orders.2
  • A new Washington County home cannot be occupied until the final inspection is complete and the certificate of occupancy has been issued.3
  • No county owner-builder exemption, general private-land camping rule, minimum dwelling size or standalone well-permit answer was confirmed; ask the Building Department and Environmental Health before relying on any of them.910411

Sources

  1. Washington County Building Commissioner (2026 county census)
  2. Washington County Building Commissioner, quoted and re-checked
  3. Washington County Building Commissioner, quoted and re-checked
  4. Washington County Building Department (washingtoncounty.in.gov)
  5. Washington County: Septic Systems, quoted and re-checked
  6. Washington County, Indiana Title XV Land Usage, quoted and re-checked
  7. Washington County: Septic Systems (2026 county census)
  8. Washington County Building Commissioner, quoted and re-checked
  9. (2026 county census)
  10. Recommended Standards For Private Water Wells (Indiana statewide rule), quoted and re-checked
  11. Washington County Health Department Environmental Health (in.gov)
  12. Washington County Building Commissioner, quoted and re-checked
  13. Rules of the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission (Indiana statewide rule), quoted and re-checked
  14. DHS: Boards and Commissions (Indiana statewide rule), quoted and re-checked
  15. Washington County Highway Department (washingtoncounty.in.gov)
  16. Washington County, Indiana Title XV Land Usage, quoted and re-checked
  17. Plan Review FAQs (Indiana statewide rule), quoted and re-checked
  18. Washington County: Septic Systems, quoted and re-checked
  19. Share of soils without severe limits for a conventional septic drain field (USDA SSURGO): Bolthole Index county data
  20. 410 IAC 6-8.3 Residential On-Site Sewage Systems (Indiana statewide rule), quoted and re-checked
  21. Washington County, Indiana Title XV Land Usage (2026 county census)
  22. Washington County, Indiana Title XV Land Usage, quoted and re-checked
  23. INDOT Driveway Permit Guide 2024 (Indiana statewide rule), quoted and re-checked
  24. Water: Community Assistance & Information (Indiana statewide rule), quoted and re-checked
  25. Median property tax bill: Bolthole Index county data
  26. Effective property tax rate: Bolthole Index county data

Written September 27, 2026 from the rules quoted below, each taken from an official source and re-checked by an independent reviewer. This is research, not legal advice: rules change, so confirm with the office before you buy or build.

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Washington County in Indiana

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How Washington County scores

Seclusion36100% ev.
Self-Sufficiency78100% ev.
Admin Boringness4190% ev.
Durability73100% ev.
Property Autonomy71100% ev.
Carry Cost79100% ev.

Evidence strength: 98%. This reports direct-source completeness and fallback use; it is separate from the score and is not a confidence interval. How it works →

$226kTypical home
0.7%Property tax
$5,753Land / acre
48.6"Annual rain
2.8% of yrsSevere drought
6.4 / yr (+6.1)Mid-century 100°F days
13.3 daysMid-century dry spell
2.04" (+9.9%)Mid-century 1-day rain
1.84×Wildfire change factor
100%Forward climate coverage
$1,493Home insurance / yr
0.5% / yrInsurance growth
1.45%Nonrenewal rate
county median (2+ published ZIPs)Insurance basis
37,149People within 30 min
3,973,200People within 2 hr
50,376Radius comparison (15 mi)
54.9People / sq mi
0.3%Federal land
82.2%Land at 15% slope or less
29.9%Septic soil without severe limits
97,753 acWorkable land screen
46.2%Wooded land
54 tonsBiomass / forest ac
54.4°FAvg temp

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Answers from the rulebook for Washington County

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Washington County rules

  • InspectionsRequired

    County-regulated residential construction and manufactured-home installation.

    • Evaluations are required at each phase of construction.
    • Evaluations must be requested at least 24 hours in advance.
    • Failure to request evaluations may result in fines or stop-work orders.
    • Septic installation and location must also be inspected by county health officers.

    advance notice: >= 24 hours

    “Evaluations are required at each phase of construction to ensure compliance with building codes. You must request evaluations at least 24 hours in advance. Failing to do so may result in fines or stop work orders.”
  • Certificate of occupancyRequired

    Dwellings erected under the county building-permit system.

    • A final inspection is required to determine code compliance.
    • A full, partial, or temporary certificate may be issued by the Building Commissioner.
    • The certificate must be obtained before occupying the new home.
    “A final inspection is required to determine code compliance. Upon compliance, the Building Commission will issue a Certificate of Occupancy, which must be obtained before you can occupy your new home.”
  • County-wide zoningPresent (with conditions)

    County zoning regulations administered by Washington County for county-regulated areas.

    • The county code identifies Chapter 154 as the Zoning Regulations of Washington County.
    • Specific municipal or township rules may apply within incorporated or specially governed areas.
    “This chapter shall apply to all land within Washington County not covered by the ordinances of Salem, or Livonia.”
  • Local zoningVaries (with conditions)

    Aggregate local land-use regulation in Washington County, including county zoning and documented municipal or township-administered variations.

    • Washington County maintains county zoning regulations and a Plan Commission.
    • The county code states that subdivisions in the Washington Township territory described in the ordinance must be reviewed and approved by the Salem Plan Commission.
    • The applicable authority depends on the property's municipal, township, or county jurisdiction.
    “This chapter shall apply to all land within Washington County not covered by the ordinances of Salem, or Livonia.”
  • Living in an RVLimited

    Placement or occupancy of RVs and campers under county jurisdiction.

    • A site improvement application is required for temporary structures, RVs, and campers.
    • Temporary structures, RVs, and campers will not be assigned a permanent 911 address.
    • In flood-hazard areas, recreational vehicles must either be onsite for less than 180 days and fully licensed and ready for highway use, or meet manufactured-home requirements.

    maximum floodplain placement period: < 180 days (Alternatively, the recreational vehicle may meet the manufactured-home requirements.)

    “Recreational vehicles placed on a site shall either: 1. Be on site for less than 180 days; and 2. Be fully licensed and ready for highway use”
  • Who permits septicCounty (with conditions)

    Private onsite sewage disposal systems administered by the Washington County Health Department.

    • The county health department works with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management and Indiana State Department of Health.
    • Indiana septic codes also apply.
    “The Environmental Health section issues permit for private sewage disposal systems and inspect new construction of private sewage septic disposal systems.”
  • Septic permitRequired

    New private onsite sewage systems in Washington County.

    • A driveway permit must be obtained before the septic permit.
    • The owner or agent must submit the application, legal description, and current recorded deed copy.
    • A $100 septic permit fee is required before issuance.
    • A certified soil scientist must perform a soil test.
    • The installer must complete plan review with the county environmentalist before the construction permit is issued.

    septic permit fee: 100 USD

    “Property owner or agent must fill out an application for the Septic Permit and pay the Septic Permit Fee of $100.00, before the permit may be issued.”
  • Subdividing landRegulated (with conditions)

    Subdivision plat approvals and subdivision development in Washington County, subject to the Salem Plan Commission exception identified by the county code.

    • The Plan Commission reviews and approves or disapproves subdivision plats and replats.
    • The County Environmentalist reviews subdivision septic compliance and soil tests.
    • The Highway Superintendent reviews ingress, egress, grades, curves, and public-way widths.
    • Subdivisions in the specified Washington Township territory must be reviewed and approved by the Salem Plan Commission.
    “Washington County IN Subdivision Control Ordinance - 4 November 2025”
  • Building in a floodplainRequired

    Development activities in special flood hazard areas within the jurisdiction of the Washington County Building Commissioner, including Washington County and the Town of Fredericksburg as stated in the code.

    • A floodplain development permit is required before development activities in areas of special flood hazard.
    • No structure or land or stream alteration may proceed in an SFHA without compliance with the chapter and other applicable regulations.
    • The county must ensure required Indiana Department of Natural Resources and other federal or state permits are received before issuance of the local floodplain permit.
    • The lowest-floor certification must be prepared by or under the direct supervision of a registered land surveyor, professional engineer, architect, or other specified professional depending on the work.
    “A floodplain development permit shall be required in conformance with the provisions of this chapter prior to the commencement of any development activities in areas of special flood hazard.”
  • Permit feesPublished (with conditions)

    County site improvement/building permits and county septic permits.

    • Building permit fees are based on gross project square footage, including basements and garages.
    • Payment may be made by cash, check, or money order payable to the Treasurer of Washington County.
    • The septic permit fee is $100.
    • Repair permits are stated to have no charge.

    building application fee for 0-500 square feet: 50 USD · building application fee for 501-1000 square feet: 100 USD · building application fee for 1001-1500 square feet: 150 USD · building application fee for 1501-2000 square feet: 200 USD · building application fee for 2001-2500 square feet: 250 USD · building application fee for 2501-3000 square feet: 300 USD · building application fee for 3001-4000 square feet: 350 USD · building application fee for 4001-5000 square feet: 400 USD · building application fee for 5001-6000 square feet: 450 USD · building application fee for 6001 square feet and above: 500 USD · septic permit fee: 100 USD

    “The permit fee is based on the size of your project. The gross square footage includes basements and garages.”

Indiana rules that apply here

  • Building permitLimited

    Building-permit or plan-review requirements for construction in Indiana; the state describes these as administrative provisions local jurisdictions may adopt and enforce.

    • Whether a building permit or plan review is required depends on the applicable local jurisdiction's administrative ordinance or process.
    • The cited IDHS statement says local jurisdictions retain authority to establish departments, create inspection schedules, establish fines, and create an order-review process.
    • IDHS states its summary represents the agency's position and is not binding; initial determinations about enforceability of a specific ordinance are left to the local unit administering it.
    “However, HEA 1575 did not eliminate the authority of local jurisdictions to adopt and enforce administrative provisions in building and fire safety ordinances, which include, among other things: (1) the establishment of departments; (2) the requirement to obtain a building permit or plan review; (3) the creation of inspection schedules; (4) the establishment of fines; or (5) the creation of an order review process.”
  • Building code adoptedAdopted (with conditions)

    Statewide Indiana construction subject to the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission's adopted building codes, including the Indiana Building Code and Indiana Residential Code.

    • The adopted codes consist of model codes amended for Indiana.
    • The 2014 Indiana Building Code under 675 IAC 13-2.6 is currently in effect and became effective December 1, 2014.
    • The 2020 Indiana Residential Code under 675 IAC 14-4.4 is currently in effect and became effective December 26, 2019.
    • Specific applicability depends on the structure and code category.

    Indiana Building Code effective date: 2014-12-01 · Indiana Residential Code effective date: 2019-12-26

    “The Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission creates Indiana codes by adopting model codes and amending them to apply in Indiana.”
  • Off-grid sanitationLimited

    Residential sanitation in Indiana where a dwelling is not connected, or cannot be connected, to a sanitary sewerage system.

    • The dwelling must be provided with a compliant residential on-site sewage system including a septic tank and a soil absorption system that has not failed.
    • A temporary sewage holding tank is subject to written Indiana Department of Health approval, with specified exceptions for failed systems, soil conditions after a construction permit, and certain district, utility, or municipal sewage plans.
    • A holding tank operated as a primary residential disposal method for a sewer connection plan is limited to not more than one year unless the period is extended upon documentation of satisfactory operation.
    • Drywells and cesspools are not allowed for construction or use as on-site sewage treatment in Indiana.

    holding-tank sewer-connection period: <= 1 year (may be extended upon documentation of satisfactory operation)

    “septic tank and a soil absorption system”
  • Well permitLimited

    Construction of residential water-supply wells and installation of well pumps in Indiana.

    • Indiana Department of Health standards state that several local health departments require a permit before residential water-supply well construction or well-pump installation.
    • The cited statewide source does not identify which local health departments require permits; local requirements must therefore be checked for the specific property.
    • Water-well drillers must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
    “Several local health departments now require that a permit be obtained before construction of a residential water supply well or installation of a well pump.”
  • Agricultural exemptionAvailable (with conditions)

    Buildings used only for an agricultural purpose on the land where they are located and not used for retail trade, for purposes of Indiana state Class 1 construction-design-release requirements.

    • The building must be used only for an agricultural purpose.
    • The building must be located on the land where the agricultural purpose occurs.
    • The building must not be used for retail trade.
    • This is an exemption from Class 1/state design-release classification; it does not establish exemption from every local inspection, zoning, building, fire, or other applicable requirement.
    • Indiana's official Code Enforcement FAQ states that local units of government inspect agricultural buildings if they have an ordinance requiring inspection.

    state design-release classification: not Class 1 (Does not resolve local inspection or zoning requirements)

    “Buildings used only for an agricultural purpose on the land where they are located and not used for retail trade are not Class 1 structures.”
  • Driveway accessRequired

    Driveway connections and construction inside the right-of-way of Indiana state highways.

    • The governmental unit having jurisdiction over the street or highway must grant permission.
    • INDOT jurisdiction is limited to the Indiana state highway system; other governmental units may use the guide as a guideline.
    • Applications must be made through the INDOT Electronic Permit System.
    “State law requires the public to obtain permission from the governmental unit having jurisdiction over a street or highway”
  • Permit processPublished (with conditions)

    Indiana state construction design-release review for Class 1 structures; local permits may also be required.

    • The process applies to projects required to file with IDHS for a construction design release.
    • All work, including work exempted from state filing, may require local permits.
    • If additional documents are uploaded before the initial response, the 10-business-day period restarts.
    • A selected plan review may result in corrections before release.

    initial completeness or review determination: 10 business days (The period restarts if additional documents are uploaded before the response.) · selected-plan review response: 20 business days (Measured from delivery of the notice of plan review.) · response after corrected plans: 10 business days (Applies following receipt of corrections and continues until release.)

    “If your project is selected for a review, you will either receive a release or request for corrections to your plans within 20 business days”
  • Campground & park staysLimited

    Recreational vehicle occupancy at a regulated Indiana campground campsite, rather than residential occupancy on an individually deeded lot or other land outside the rule's campground definition.

    • A campground is an area where campsites are leased or rented and provisions are made for ten or more tents, recreational vehicles, park models, or vacation mobile homes.
    • The campground must be established, operated, and maintained for recreational, health, education, sectarian, business, or tourist activities away from established residences.
    • The rule excludes primitive campgrounds, youth camps, and tracts of land divided into individually deeded lots.
    • No more than one recreational vehicle or one vacation mobile home may be allowed on a designated campsite at the same time.
    • Campground construction, additions, or significant construction changes require plans submitted at least ninety days before construction for department review and approval; the plans must be certified by a registered engineer or architect licensed in Indiana.
    • The rule does not establish a general statewide authorization for long-term residential RV occupancy outside regulated campgrounds.

    minimum campground provisions: >= 10 tents, recreational vehicles, park models, or vacation mobile homes · maximum recreational vehicles per designated campsite: 1 vehicle (one vacation mobile home may be used instead) · advance plan-submission period: >= 90 days (the department may waive plan review for a minor alteration)

    “No more than one (1) recreational vehicle or one (1) vacation mobile home”
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  • Owner-builder exemption — Owner-builder exemption from building permits, inspections, or code requirements.
  • Minimum dwelling size — Minimum dwelling size for residential structures.
  • Lot coverage — Lot coverage limits for county-regulated development.
  • Camping on your land — Temporary camping on private land in Washington County.
  • Accessory dwellings — Accessory dwelling units in unincorporated Washington County.
1 more unanswered
  • Short-term rentals

Each answer was extracted from an official source and independently re-checked against that source by a second reviewer. That is an evidence check, not legal advice. Rules change; confirm with the authority before you buy or build.

Living off-grid in Washington County, Indiana

Is Washington County a good place to live off-grid or homestead?

Washington County scores 67/100 on the Bolthole Index, a strong county profile. Its strengths: manageable long-term carry cost and strong self-sufficiency basics: 48.6″/yr rainfall plus 46.2% wooded land. Watch-outs: about 37,149 people within a 30-minute drive and more administrative friction around building and land use.

Do you need a building permit in Washington County, Indiana?

Washington County generally requires a residential building permit, and it enforces county zoning. Onsite septic is permitted by Washington County Health Department (Environmental Health). These answers are quoted from official sources and independently re-checked. Rules change and cities within the county differ — always confirm with the county before you buy or build.

Can you live in an RV or tiny home on your land in Washington County?

Living in an RV on your own land in Washington County is limited to specific cases: Placement or occupancy of RVs and campers under county jurisdiction. A site improvement application is required for temporary structures, RVs, and campers. Temporary structures, RVs, and campers will not be assigned a permanent 911 address. Confirm with the county before relying on it.

How much does land cost in Washington County, Indiana?

Land in Washington County runs about $5,753 per acre, based on the latest county data.

What is the water situation in Washington County?

Washington County gets about 48.6" of rain a year, with severe drought in roughly 2.8% of years.

How remote is Washington County?

A representative private-land location has about 37,149 people within a 30-minute drive and 3,973,200 within two hours. The road-network catchments count population across county lines and clusters of smaller cities; straight-line radius values remain available as a comparison.

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