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Electrical Permit Application & Fees

Building Department · Mishawaka, Indiana

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  1. 1Prepare the documentComplete here

    Select a blank on the city PDF and type directly into it, or use the accessible field list. Save your draft and review all pages.

  2. 2Gather supporting documentsPrepare here, finish outside

    Add any supporting evidence requested by the department. Check the exact packet requirements before authorizing delivery.

  3. 3Review the completed formComplete here

    No applicant signature block is printed on this form. Leave city-only approval and receipt fields blank; any supporting professional documents have their own execution requirements.

  4. 4Confirm payment timingPrepare here, finish outside

    Varies by project or selection. Confirm the exact city assessment, payment method, and due date before payment.

  5. 5Submit through the correct routeOutside step

    Print the city form and take the completed application and required supporting documents to the Building Department.

    • Work at five-digit county addresses beyond meter service requires St. Joseph County electrical permit.
    Call 574-258-1607
  6. 6Track completionOutside step

    Keep the city’s receipt or case number and complete any review, inspection, hearing, or additional information request. Delivery alone does not constitute city approval.

Official requirements and sources
  • Official Building Department instructions

    The official Building Department page publishes print-and-bring instructions. No authorized email, postal or submission portal route was found. An address or staff email is contact information only.

  • Official Building Department instructions

    The official Building Department page publishes print-and-bring instructions. No authorized email, postal or submission portal route was found. An address or staff email is contact information only.

Complete your application

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Fill in the official form

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CITY OF MISHAWAKA ELECTRICAL PERMIT APPLICATION EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026 BEFORE A PERMIT IS GRANTED FOR THE INSTALLATION OR ALTERATION OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, THERE SHALL BE A FEE PAID IN THE AMOUNT SPECIFIED BELOW: FEE QTY. AMOUNT ⃰ Meter Service – Replacement, Repair, Reconnect or Temporary -- $50.00 (No charge for temporary when taken out at the same time as the Main Service Panel) Circuits, New or Replaced-------------------------------$45.00 plus----- $5.00per (No charge for circuits when installing new or replacement main service or sub-panel) Reinspection Rough / Service ---------------------------------------------------------- $50.00per Final------------------------------------------------------------------------ $100.00per Alternative Power --- solar, wind, generator, etc. -------------------- $100.00 Main Service Panel and Sub-Panel – New or Replacement (Includes Circuits) 100 Amp or Less----------------------------------- $100.00 200 Amp---------------------------------------------- $200.00 400 Amp---------------------------------------------- $300.00 600 Amp ---------------------------------------------$400.00 More than 600 Amp-------------------------------$500.00 TOTAL OF ALL FEES: All 5-digit County addresses served by Mishawaka Utilities require full Electric Permit obtained from St. Joseph County Building Department, if there is electric work other than meter service. JOB SITE ADDRESS NAME OF CONTRACTOR EMAIL PHONE # NAME OF OWNER AND/OR PROJECT FOR ELECTRICAL PERMITS ISSUED AND OBTAINED AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE WORK FOR WHICH SUCH A PERMIT IS REQUIRED, A FEE EQUIVALENT TO THREE (3) TIMES THE NORMAL FEE WILL BE LEVIED. ELECTRICAL LICENSES ARE DUE FOR RENEWAL ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 31ST OF EACH YEAR. $5000.00 SURETY BOND MUST BE CURRENT. THE LICENSE AND RENEWAL FEE IS $150.00. Revised 01/01/26

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