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Sign 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.

    Official instructionsBlank city document
  2. 2Gather supporting documentsPrepare here, finish outside

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

    Sign Location Improvement Permit Application (SLIP)Signage contractor registrationElectrical Permit Application & Fees
  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

    Confirm with city. 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.

    • Separate Planning sign-location permit; electrical permit for electrical signs.
    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 BUILDING DEPARTMENT APPLICATION FOR SIGN PERMIT EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1ST 2026 CONTRACTOR: LOCATION OF SIGN: DATE: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: BUILDING MOUNTED: BUILDING MOUNTED ELECTRIC: (ELECTRICAL PERMIT IS REQUIRED) FREE STANDING: FREE STANDING ELECTRIC: (ELECTRICAL PERMIT IS REQUIRED) SINGLE SIDED: DOUBLE SIDED: TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGE OF ALL SIGNAGE: All sign permits are $50.00 unless they have a new foundation BILLBOARD: $50.00 TEMPORARY: $50.00 PERMIT FEE: FOR SIGNAGE 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. IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED THAT THE WORK HEREIN CALLED FOR IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE SIGN CODE OF THE CITY OF MISHAWAKA, INDIANA. Sign licenses are due for renewal on or before December 31st of each year. Surety bond must be current. The license renewal fee is $150.00. Revised 1/1/26

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