City Departments:

The Department of Building is responsible for the following:

Maintenance of records pertaining to construction activity which is on file for public or private scrutiny. These records date back seven (7) years from the current year only.
Maintenance of the complete set of current building and construction codes.
Reviewing and answering citizen concerns and complaints for land use questions, for neighborhood maintenance, unauthorized outside storage, and general nuisance concerns.
Enforcement of the rules governing the maintenance of lot and parcel areas within the City and the maintenance to minimum standards for protection of health and safety for all structures.
Addressing the provisions of the City Municipal Code not specifically handled by the other City Departments in terms of investigation and enforcement.

For further information, please contact:

Vicki Thrasher Building Commissioner (219) 462-1161
Laurie Belcher Administrative Assistant (219) 462-1161
Quick Access to:
Building Codes
New Construction Fees
ICC Code
Landscaping Plants for commercial/retail
Unified Development Ordinance
Valparaiso's Green Initiatives
Cross Connection / Backflow Prevention
Department of Planning

 

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