A DRAFT of the county's updated zoning and subdivision regulations (Unified Development Ordinance) is
now available for review. Click https://www.lczoningupdate.com/ for more information.
Yes, you may apply online of you perform the work yourself. Yo will need to check the box(es) next to appropriate work type(s) on the online form and upload the Owner Affidavit.
NOTE: Single notarized Owner Affidavit document must be uploaded AFTER you submit the form. Simply click Manage Attachments for the request in question and then upload "Owners Permit Affidavit" required attachment.
Currently, you may request Survey Approval letter by contacting the Survey Department via email by clicking HERE.
The construction agreement form will need to be filled out for all new site plans. This form should be turned in with the survey at time of application.
For the foundation & as-built, all they need is their survey & permit number with information for return if other than the e-mail the request came in on.
Only Lake County licensed contractors in good standing will be listed. If particular contractor is not found in the search, it usually means that they:
You will not be able to file online (or in person) unless a contractor you use is in good standing.
The online transaction fee collected in addition to the Permit fee is:
The transaction fee is collected by the payment gateway vendor.
These may be the reasons why Parcel Number is being rejected:
Use Property Lookup tool to retrieve correct Parcel Number using Owner Name, Property Address or Property Key.
2293 N. Main Street
Suite 11
Crown Point, IN 46307-1899
Phone: 219-755-3700 Fax: 219-755-3712
Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.