All contractors, including subcontractors, must be registered or licensed with the Building Department in order to perform work in St. Joseph County and City of South Bend; with the exception that a residential owner-occupant of a dwelling may perform their own work. Click on the corresponding links below to get requirements, steps and forms for registration with the Building Department.
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| Requirements | Requirements | Requirements | Requirements | Requirements | |
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Fees (Cash or Check Payment Only)
For more information contact the building department at 574-235-9554 or email.