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Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Indiana.

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Indiana Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

Indiana Asbestos Contractor License

Agency:Indiana Department of Environmental Management - Asbestos Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Asbestos Contractor License

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application for Asbestos Contractor License (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually

Indiana Corporate Plumbing Contractor License

Agency:Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Plumbing Commission

Initial Registration

Form:

Corporate Plumbing Contractor License

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially

Indiana Electrical Contractor License

Not required



Electrical Contracting Company licensure is not required on the State level in Indiana.

Electrical contractor licenses are not issued at the state level in Indiana.

Indiana General Contractor License

Not required



General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Indiana.

General Contractors are licensed at the county and city level. There is no state level license.

Indiana Mechanical Contractor License

Not required



Mechanical/HVAC Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Indiana.

Mechanical contractor licenses are not issued at the state level in Indiana.

Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

Allen County Electrical Contractor License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Initial Registration

Agency Fee:

$90

Notes:

Contact the building department for a license application.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$90

Due:

Annually

Notes:

Contact the building department for a renewal application.

Allen County General Contractor License

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Initial Registration

Form:

Application

Agency Fee:

$90

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$90

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Allen County HVAC Contractor License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Initial Registration

Agency Fee:

$90

Notes:

Contact the building department for a license application.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$90

Due:

Annually

Notes:

Contact the building department for a renewal application.

Allen County Plumbing License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Initial Registration

Agency Fee:

$60

Notes:

Contact the building department for a license application.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$60

Due:

Annually

Notes:

Contact the building department for a renewal application.

Allen County Sign Contractor License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

City of Crawfordsville Contractor License

Agency:City of Crawfordsville Department of Planning and Community Development (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

An active certificate of insurance should be on file with the City of Crawfordsville.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$25

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$25

Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

City of Crown Point Contractor License

Agency:City of Crown Point Clerk-Treasurer's Office (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

A Certificate of Liability insurance that is no less than $500,00.00; Workers Comp insurance must be included on the certificate. The certificate holder should be City of Crown Point, 101 N East St., Crown Point, IN 46307

Bond Requirements:

A recorded Lake County (IN) Bond in the amount of $5,000

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of East Chicago Contractor License

Agency:City East Chicago Building Department - Division of Inspections & Permits / Code Enforcement (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:
  • Certificate of Insurance submitted required to be original form to include policy numbers, and stipulating “City of East Chicago, Indiana, 4525 Indianapolis Blvd., East Chicago, IN” as Certificate Holder. 
  • Workmen’s compensation covering all employees on any work done within the City of East Chicago.
  • An independent contractor not including Workmen’s Compensation on insurance policy is required to apply for an
    “Independent Contractor Affidavit of Exemption” from the Indiana State Workmen’s Compensation Board (800-824-2667). Form is available at the Building Department office.
  • Public liability insurance in the amount of not less than $100,000 for one person or $300,000 for one accident.
  • Property damage insurance in the amount of not less than $50,000.
  • Such workmen’s compensation, public liability and property damage insurance shall be kept in full force and effect during the entire licensed period and certificates to that effect annually.
Bond Requirements:
  • Surety bond in the sum of $5,000 payable to the City is required to be recorded with the: Lake County Recorder’s Office 2293 N. Main Street, Crown Point, IN 46307 (219) 755-3730.
  • Bond accepted stipulating “All Cities, Towns and Municipalities in Lake County, IN.”
  • Such bonds shall be resubmitted each year before renewal of the license is granted.
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

For foreign and/or out of state contractors – Certificate of Authority required to be submitted from State of Indiana Office of the Secretary of State.


All businesses maintaining and operating its offices in the City of East Chicago are required to obtain and hold a valid business license from the City of East Chicago prior to receiving a contractor’s license from this department. For further information regarding business licensing, please contact the City of East Chicago Economic & Business Development Department at 4525 Indianapolis Blvd, East Chicago, IN 46312 (219-391-8205).

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$200

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County General Contractor License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Subcontractor License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Hammond Contractor License

Agency:City of Hammond Building Division (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:
  • A Certificate of Insurance with the City of Hammond, 5925 Calumet Avenue, Hammond IN 46320 as Certificate Holder, with liability in the amount of 100,000/300,000 bodily injury and 50,000-property damage. Landlord License holders will be required to provide proof of insurance for each property owned.
  • Workman’s Compensation or a Certification of Waiver.
Bond Requirements:

A $5000 bond in the name of: Board of Lake County Commissioners, all Cities, Towns and Municipalities of Lake County, Indiana. The bond must be recorded at the Lake County Recorder’s Office, located at 2293 North Main St, Crown Point Indiana 46307 in order to be accepted.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Building Contractor (Contractor License) Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$200

Required Attachments:
  • A Certificate of Insurance with the City of Hammond, 5925 Calumet Avenue, Hammond IN 46320 as Certificate Holder, with liability in the amount of 100,000/300,000 bodily injury and 50,000-property damage. Landlord License holders will be required to provide proof of insurance for each property owned.
  • Workman’s Compensation or a Certification of Waiver.
  • A $5000 bond in the name of: Board of Lake County Commissioners, all Cities, Towns and Municipalities of Lake County, Indiana. The bond must be recorded at the Lake County Recorder’s Office, located at 2293 North Main St, Crown Point Indiana 46307 in order to be accepted.
  • Out of State Corporations must submit a Certificate of Foreign Registration to do business in the State of Indiana which is obtained through the Secretary of State Office in Indianapolis IN at www.in.gov.
  • Plumbing license for license holder as well as the company plumbing license (if applicable).
  • $10,000 Street Opening bond (if applicable).
  • Copy of applicant’s driver’s license or state ID.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Annually by January 1. 

Penalties:

Renewals not received by January 31st, of each year will be subject to a late fee of $100 ($50 late fee for Plumbing Contractors). Licenses that are not renewed by June 30th of each year will be void.

Required Attachments:
  • Copy of Lake County recorded bond
  • Certificate of Insurance with City of Hammond listed as Certificate Holder
    (General Liability and Workman’s Comp) 
  • Driver’s License of license holder
  • Certificate of Authority for a Foreign Corporation
  • Indiana Plumbing License(s) / Indiana Abatement License (if applicable)

City of Hobart Contractor/ Subcontractor License

Agency:City of Hobart (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Certificate of Insurance with the following:
    • General Liability: each occurence = minimum of 500,000
    • General Liability: general aggregate = minimum of $1,000,000
    • Workers Compensation & Employer's Liability: EA accident = minimum of $100,000
    • Workers Compensation & Employer's Liability: disease EA employee = $100,000
    • Workers Compensation & Employer's Liability: disease policy limit = $500,000
  • If you are the sole employee you can apply to the state of Indianna Department of Revenue for the worker's compensation waiver. 

 

Bond Requirements:

Minimum of $5,000 recorded with the Lake County, Indiana Office of the Recorder. The following verbage must be included on the bond in its entirety, "The board of commissioners of the county of Lake, state of INdianna, and all cities, towns and municpalities within". 

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No
Requirement Notes:

The Contractor's company information must match exactly on both the Certificate of Insurance and the Lake County Bond. 

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$125 application fee + $125 first time license fee = $250

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Lake Station Contractor License

More Information:

City of Lake Station, Indiana

Agency:City of Lake Station Building Department (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

All contractors and sub-contractors shall require a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance coverage w/ General Liability Property Damage and Workman’s Comp. (cc: Insurance policy made out to City of Lake Station 1969Central Avenue, Lake Station, Indiana 46405)

Bond Requirements:

$5,000 Surety Bond to be made out to “All Cities, Towns, & Municipalities in Lake County Indiana” BOND TO BE RECORDED AT: Lake County Government Complex2293 Main Street, Crown Point, Indiana 46307

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$110 + $15 registrant and/or Exam fee = $125

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$60 

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

City of Mishawaka Contractor License

Agency:City of Mishawaka Building Department (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Bond Requirements:

Original surety or permit bond in the amount of $5,000 payable to the City of Mishawaka.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Application

Agency Fee:

$10 application fee + $125 license fee.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$125

Due:

Annually by December 31.

City of Portage Contractor License

Agency:City of Portage Building Department (IN)
Law:

City of Portage IN Municipal Code - Contractors 

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Each applicant shall also submit a certificate of insurance to the building commissioner naming the City of Portage as the certificate holder and naming the City of Portage, its officers, agents and employees as additional insureds in the minimum amounts as hereafter provided:
    • Commercial general liability of $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and $1,000,000.00 aggregate.
    • Workers' compensation as required by the State of Indiana.
  • If you stated that you do not have workman's compensation insurance, you must provide a copy of your state of Indiana exemption certificate and sign and date: I hereby certify I have no employees but myself, and in the event I employ more than anyone other than myself, I will comply with city of portage municipal code section 18-59 pertaining to workman's compensation insurance.
Bond Requirements:

Each applicant shall submit a copy of a current Porter County Unified License Bond in the amount of $5,000.00 with the obligee identified as "Porter County and all cities, towns, and municipalities in Porter County."

Each sewer contractor shall also provide a bond in the amount of $50,000.00 with the obligee identified as "the City of Portage."

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$75

Due:

Annually by date of issuance.

Indianapolis Electrical Contractor License

More Information:

http://www.indy.gov/eGov/City/DCE/Licenses/ContractorLicenses/Pages/home.aspx

Agency:City of Indianapolis Department of Business & Neighborhood Services (IN)

Initial Registration

Form:

New Contractors License Application - Company

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$247

Registration Renewal

Form:

Company Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$247

Due:

Annually

Indianapolis General Contractor License

Agency:City of Indianapolis Department of Business & Neighborhood Services (IN)
Bond Requirements:

$10,000 surety bond or bond continuation certificate

Initial Registration
General Contractor License

Form:

Contractor License Application

Instructions:
  • Sole Proprietors & Partnerships: Insured/principal should be listed as the “’Owner(s) Name’ DBA (doing business as) the Business Name”
    DBA’s that do not include the surname of the proprietor or partner, must register in the county in which the business originates. Proof of the DBA
    registration must be submitted with this application. If the county does not record DBA’s the contractor should submit a letter stating the county policy.
    For DBA’s located in Marion County, contact the Marion County Recorder’s Office at (317) 327-4020.

  • Corporations & LLCs: Must register with the Indiana Secretary of State at (317) 232-6576 or https://inbiz.in.gov
Agency Fee:

$247 if applying during the first 6 months of the biennial license period, $185 if applying during the second 6 months of the biennial license period, and $124 if applying at any time during the final year of the biennial license period.

Original Ink:Required
Before you Apply:
  • GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE CERTIFICATE
    • Must have a certificate of insurance with:
      o Minimum of $500,000 for each occurrence of death or bodily injury
      o Minimum of $100,000 for each occurrence of property damage
      o OR combined single limit coverage which covers both bodily injury and property damage, minimum of $500,000 per occurrence
    • Must indicate the policy number or “Binder” (a binder is only valid for 30 days from date of issuance)
    • Must identify the effective and expiration dates of the coverage
    • Must name the sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation as the insured
    • Must indicate coverage for “General Contractor”\
    • Must not limit coverage to a single job or address or to only when work has been permitted
    • Must name the “Consolidated City of Indianapolis” as Additional Insured. The additional insured statement must be shown on the front/face of the Certificate. If an endorsement is needed, use ISO CG2036 0413 or an equivalent.
      o If an endorsement is listed on the certificate, a copy of the endorsement must be provided.
    • Must not require a written contract or agreement for additional insured
    • Must list the City of Indianapolis as Certificate Holder with Department’s address
    • Must notify the Department, in writing, at least 15 days prior to cancellation
  • WORKMAN’S COMPENSATION INSURANCE*
    • Must carry Workman’s Compensation Insurance for workers employed in Indianapolis/Marion County
    • Must identify the effective and expiration dates of coverage
    • Must indicate the policy number or “Binder” (a binder is only valid for 30 days from date of issuance)

      *If you do NOT have employees:
      LLCs, Partnerships, and Sole Proprietors: Must complete the Workman’s Compensation waiver portion on the business license application
      Corporations: Due to the nature of a corporation, the owner/principal becomes an employee of the corporation (including Sub-S Corporations). By Indiana State Law, they are required to carry workman’s compensation coverage – at least covering the owner/principal. If there are no employees, you must complete the Workman’s Compensation Exemption Certificate Clearance Waiver issued by the State. Additional information can be found at (317)232-3808 for Indianapolis-based businesses, 800-824-COMP for outside of Indianapolis, or https://www.in.gov/wcb/
Bond Amount:

SURETY BOND OR BOND CONTINUATION CERTIFICATE

  • Must be type-written. Hand-written bonds will not be accepted.
  • Must show the bond number
  • Must list the name, address, and phone number of the bonding company & insurance agent
  • Must be in the amount of $10,000
  • Must name the “Consolidated City of Indianapolis and/or an Unknown Third Party” as Obligee
  • Must indicate coverage for a General Contractor
  • Must be signed by the principal (If partnership, all partners must sign)
  • Must have the expiration date of 12/31/2020 (or 12/31/2022)

Registration Renewal
Renewal Contractors License

Form:

Contractor License Application (Renewal)

Agency Fee:

$247

Due:

By December 31 of even-numbered years.

Original Ink:Required
Notes:

All new listings, including name changes, will be required to attend an orientation class within sixty (60) days of issuance.

Before you Apply:

GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE CERTIFICATE

  • Must have a certificate of insurance with:
    o Minimum of $500,000 for each occurrence of death or bodily injury
    o Minimum of $100,000 for each occurrence of property damage
    o OR combined single limit coverage which covers both bodily injury and property damage, minimum of $500,000 per occurrence
  • Must indicate the policy number or “Binder” (a binder is only valid for 30 days from date of issuance)
  • Must identify the effective and expiration dates of the coverage
  • Must name the sole proprietor, partnership, or corporation as the insured
  • Must indicate coverage for “General Contractor”
  • Must not limit coverage to a single job or address or to only when work has been permitted
  • Must name the “Consolidated City of Indianapolis” as Additional Insured. The additional insured statement must be shown on the front/face of the Certificate. If an endorsement is needed, use ISO CG2036 0413 or an equivalent.
    o If an endorsement is listed on the certificate, a copy of the endorsement must be provided.
  • Must not require a written contract or agreement for additional insured
  • Must list the City of Indianapolis as Certificate Holder with Department’s address
  • Must notify the Department, in writing, at least 15 days prior to cancellation

WORKMAN’S COMPENSATION INSURANCE*

  • Must carry Workman’s Compensation Insurance for workers employed in Indianapolis/Marion County
  • Must identify the effective and expiration dates of coverage
  • Must indicate the policy number or “Binder” (a binder is only valid for 30 days from date of issuance)

*If you do NOT have employees:


LLCs, Partnerships, and Sole Proprietors: Must complete the Workman’s Compensation waiver portion on the business license application
Corporations: Due to the nature of a corporation, the owner/principal becomes an employee of the corporation (including Sub-S Corporations). By Indiana State Law, they are required to carry workman’s compensation coverage – at least covering the owner/principal. If there are no employees, you must complete the Workman’s Compensation Exemption Certificate Clearance Waiver issued by the State. Additional information can be found at (317)232-3808 for Indianapolis-based businesses, 800-824-COMP for outside of Indianapolis, or https://www.in.gov/wcb/

Bond Amount:

SURETY BOND OR BOND CONTINUATION CERTIFICATE

  • Must be type-written. Hand-written bonds will not be accepted.
  • Must show the bond number
  • Must list the name, address, and phone number of the bonding company & insurance agent
  • Must be in the amount of $10,000
  • Must name the “Consolidated City of Indianapolis and/or an Unknown Third Party” as Obligee
  • Must indicate coverage for a General Contractor
  • Must be signed by the principal (If partnership, all partners must sign)
  • Must have the expiration date of 12/31/2020 (or 12/31/2022)

Indianapolis Heating and Cooling Contractor License

More Information:

http://www.indy.gov/eGov/City/DCE/Licenses/ContractorLicenses/Pages/home.aspx

Agency:City of Indianapolis Department of Business & Neighborhood Services (IN)

Initial Registration

Form:

New Contractors License Application - Company

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$247

Registration Renewal

Form:

Company Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$247

Due:

Annually

Indianapolis Plumbing License

More Information:

http://www.indy.gov/eGov/City/DCE/Licenses/ContractorLicenses/Pages/home.aspx

Agency:City of Indianapolis Department of Business & Neighborhood Services (IN)

Initial Registration

Form:

New Contractors License Application - Company

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$142

Registration Renewal

Form:

Company Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$142

Due:

Annually

Indianapolis Wrecking Contractor License

More Information:

http://www.indy.gov/eGov/City/DCE/Licenses/ContractorLicenses/Pages/home.aspx

Agency:City of Indianapolis Department of Business & Neighborhood Services (IN)

Jeffersonville General Contractor License

Agency:City of Jeffersonville Building Commission (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

The city of Jeffersonville requires contractors to hold liability insurance of $100,000/$300,000 with the city of Jeffersonville as certificate holder.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for General Contractor License

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$25

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application for General Contractor License (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$25

Due:

Annually by March 1.

Notes:

The city sends renewal notices out in January of each year.

Porter County Contractor License

Agency:Porter County Planning Commission (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insurnance with minimum personal injury of $250,000, general liability of $500,000 and a minimum property damage of $100,000. “Certificate Holder” must read:Porter County Plan Commission 155 Indiana Avenue, Suite 311, Valparaiso, IN 46383

Bond Requirements:

$5,000 recorded bond that must read, “To Porter County and all cities, towns, and
municipalities within Porter County”.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application 

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$125, prorated fees avaiable after September 1. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Randolph County Contractor Registration

More Information:

Randolph County Building Division

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$25

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$25

Due:

Annual

Town of Dyer Contractor License

More Information:

Town of Dyer Indiana

Agency:Town of Dyer Building Department (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

A certificate of insurance in the amount greater than or equal to $500,000.00 for single limit coverage for bodily injury and property damage. The certificate of insurance must show the Town of Dyer as a certificate holder.

Bond Requirements:

A current $5,000.00 bond, which must be recorded in Crown Point at the Lake County Government Center located at 2293 N. Main Street (219) 775-3730. If a copy of the original bond displaying the County recorder's stamp is on file with the building department, the continuation certificate for that same bond number does not need to display the recorder's stamp.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Email building@townofdyer.com

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Applicatin (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Email building@townofdyer.com

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Town of Highland Contractor License

Agency:Town of Highland Building Department (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:

Certificate of insurance showing property damage of not less than $50,000 and liability isnuranc eof not less than $100,000, with the city as a certifcate holder.

Bond Requirements:

$5,000 Surety Bond

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$35.50 application fee + $70.50 license fee = $106

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Renewal Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$70.50

Due:

Annually by December 31. 

Town of Munster Contractor License

Agency:Town of Munster Office of Community Development (IN)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Insurance Requirements:
  • Certificate of insurance with the certificate holder listed as : Town of Munster, 1005 Ridge Road, Munster, IN 46321
  • Public Liability: shall be an all-perils or umbrella policy of at least $1,000,000
  • Workers Compensation: workers compensation insurance if applicable. If not applicable, an exemption form from the State of Indiana Workman's Compensation Board must be obtained. The form may be obtained on the in.gov/wcb/website (Form 45889) or a complimentary copy of the application may be requested from our office.
Bond Requirements:

One of the options below:

  • Copy of recorded $5,000 Bond made out to Lake County and all Cities and Towns therein; bond must be recorded at theLake County Recorder’s Office, 2293 North Main Street, Crown Point, IN 46307, (219) 755-3730
  • Original $5,000 Bond made out to Town of Munster, this must be mailed or dropped off in one of our drop boxes
Notes:

Prior to the issuance of any license as a general building contractor or subcontractor, the town shall conduct a limited criminal background check pertaining to the applicant.

Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Email communitydevelopment@munster.org

Agency Fee:
  • Contractors whose business address is in Munster: $25 criminal background check fee + $25 application fee
  • Contractors whose business address is not in Munster:$25 criminal background check fee + $100 application fee (All new contractors and renewal for contractors NOT registered within the last five years) 
Before you Apply:

Contractors whose business address is in Munster must also register as a business with the MunsterClerk-Treasurer.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Email communitydevelopment@munster.org

Agency Fee:
  • Contractors whose business address is in Munster: $25 criminal background check fee + $25 application fee
  • Contractors whose business address is not in Munster:$25 criminal background check fee + $50 application fee 
Due:

Annually by date of issuance. 

Individual Licenses

Indiana Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses

Indiana Apprentice Plumber Registration

Agency:Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Plumbing Commission

Initial Registration

Form:

Apprentice Plumber Registration

Agency Fee:

$10

Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Apprentice Plumber Renewal Registration

Agency Fee:

$10

Due:

Annually by October 1.

Indiana Individual Asbestos License

Agency:Indiana Department of Environmental Management - Asbestos Program

Initial Registration

Form:

Individual Asbestos License

Agency Fee:

$50-worker; Inspector, Planner, Designer and Supervisor-$100

Registration Renewal

Form:

Individual Asbestos License Renewal

Agency Fee:

$50-worker; Inspector, Planner, Designer and Supervisor-$100

Due:

Annually by the date of initial licensure.

Indiana Journeyman Plumber License

Agency:Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Plumbing Commission

Initial Registration

Form:

Journeyman Plumber License

Agency Fee:

$30

Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Journeyman Plumber License Renewal

Agency Fee:

$30

Due:

Biennially by the date of initial licensure.

Indiana Plumbing Contractor License

Agency:Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Plumbing Commission

Initial Registration

Form:

Plumbing Contractor Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$50 exam fee + $100 license fee.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Biennially

Local Construction and Contracting Individual Licenses

Allen County Electrical Apprentice Registration

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Allen County HVAC Apprentice Registration

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Allen County HVAC Journeyman License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Allen County HVAC Supervisor License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Allen County Journeyman Electrician License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

Allen County Master Electrician License

More Information:

https://www.allencounty.us/building-department

Agency:Allen County Building Department (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Apprentice Electrician License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Apprentice HVAC Installer License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Apprentice Plumber Certificate of Registration

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Apprentice Refrigeration Installer License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Apprentice Steam Fitter License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Journeyman Electrician License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Journeyman HVAC Installer License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Journeyman Plumber Certificate of Registration

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Journeyman Refrigeration Installer License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Journeyman Steam Fitter License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Master Electrician License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Master HVAC Installer License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Master Plumber Certificate of Registration

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Master Refrigeration Installer License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Master Steam Fitter License

More Information:

http://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=154

Agency:City of Evansville/Vanderburgh County Building Commission (IN)

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