Area Plan Commission and Building Department - Frequently Asked Questions

David Neuman, Director and Building Commissioner
Area Plan Commission
150 Courthouse Square, Suite 117
Greensburg, IN  47240

Tel:  (812) 663-8451
Fax:  (812) 663-8459
E-mail:  areaplandirector@decaturcounty.in.gov

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mon-Fri



  "What You Need" to get a Building Permit or Rezone




Most Asked Questions by Phone in the Area Plan Office

1. How do I get a building permit?

Answer: For a county building permit, either go to the Area Plan Office in the Courthouse or go to the County Website.



2. How do I find out how a property is zoned?

Answer: Go to the County Website, under zoning.



3. Where can I get something notarized?

Answer: Any bank can notarize.



4. How do I find out septic system question?

Answer: Call the Board of Health Office



5. Where do I pay a speeding ticket?

Answer: Clerk’s Office-courthouse.



6. Who is the County Surveyor?

Answer: Brian Keith and he doesn’t have an office in the Courthouse.



7. What do I need to get a building permit?

Answer: Go to the County Website.



8. Where is circuit court?

Answer: Second floor in the Courthouse.



9. Where is the child support office?

Answer: Second floor in the Courthouse, next to Clerk’s Office.



10. How do I find the County Commissioners ?

Answer: Call the Auditor’s Office at 663-2570.