Building Department Jurisdiction
The jurisdiction of this Building Department includes the City of South Bend and St. Joseph County, with some exceptions.
Where is the Building Department's Jurisdiction?
The Building Department serves the City of South Bend & some St. Joseph County properties.
3 or 4 digit addresses within South Bend are considered "City"
5 digit addresses, or anything outside of South Bend City limits, are considered "County"
3 or 4 digit addresses in Mishawaka, New Carlisle, Walkerton have their own Building Dept.
3 or 4 digit addresses in Lakeville, North Liberty, Osceola, Roseland require the town board's approval, prior to the South Bend/St. Joseph County Building Dept. approval
All addresses in Indian Village require Indian Village's approval, prior to the South Bend/St. Joseph County Building Dept. approval.