Frequently Asked Questions

 No, you only need a permit if you are adding square footage under roof.

• A permit is not needed for an attached deck.
• However, if it is covered then it would be considered a porch that would add square footage to the home and would need a permit.
• Note: A pergola is not considered a covered structure.

No, Westfield does not currently have a licensing requirement.

No permit is required for re-roofing.

• Per the 2018 IRC code with the 2020 Indiana Amendments to the building code for Hamilton County, Indiana Ice and Water Shields are not required.
• However, if the manufacturer's installation instructions for the shingles say it is required then a Ice and Water Shield is needed.

• The City of Westfield does not have a fence permit, so you will not need anything from us. However, there are a few important things that you should be aware of:
• There is a zoning standard that states that fences in the front yard (the area between the plane of the house and the street) can't exceed 42 inches in height. Fences in side/rear yards can't exceed 6 feet in height. If the side/rear fence is over 6ft tall you need to apply for a variance. Call 317-804-3170 and ask for a Planner.
• If you have a corner lot, by definition of the ordinance, you have two front yards. So, you'll want to make sure you take that into account when installing your fence.
• In most cases, the Community Development Department can provide you with a plot plan for your property. Please call us at 317-804-3170 or send an email to Builders.
• If the fence will be encroaching upon (either crossing or running within) a Drainage and Utility Easement (marked D&UE on your plot plan), then you may need permission from the Westfield Public Works Department. You can reach this department by calling 317-804-3171.
• You will want to check with your Home Owners Association (HOA) to see what kind of rules/approvals they might have regarding fencing. Some neighborhoods restrict fence types, heights, locations, etc… and require HOA approval before installation.

Permit Fees must be paid in full within a one-year time frame for a Permit to be issued.

Once a Permit is issued, the building must start within 6 months of the issuance and be completed within 24 months.

If the building was started, but not completed within 24 months, the Permit can be renewed at 50% of the original fee amount.

Note

• The City of Westfield requires that the permit card/document be posted on the site in a front window where the work is to be performed.
• The permit card/document must be visibly posted in a front window for the inspector to see when arriving at the site in order to receive the requested inspection.
• If the permit card/document is not posted, no inspection will be performed and considered failed.
• If the permit card/document is lost or not legible you are required to replace it with a duplicate permit card/document.
• If a re-inspection fee is assessed, it must be paid to receive the Certificate of Occupancy.