The Starke County Commissioners discussed solar moratoriums during tThe Starke County Commissioners discussed solar moratoriums during their January 6 meeting.
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Culver Town Council Hears Request for Leniency of Permit Fees for Storage Project
Rob Hurford from Culver Storage Solutions went before the Culver Town Council members last week to ask for leniency in permit fees for the construction of storage units at West Jefferson Street and State Road 17.
Continue readingWinamac Getting Final Permits in Place for Town Park Restroom Construction
The necessary permits are almost in place for the Winamac Town Park’s restroom project. During Thursday’s park board meeting, town manager and board member Brad Zellers reported that there was just one item that still had to be processed, before construction can get going.
Continue readingHamlet Zoning Board Considers Multiple Permits
Hamlet property owners are planning some construction projects.
Two permits were approved by the zoning board Wednesday.
Continue readingKnox Planning Commission Continues Accessory Building Discussion, Addresses Existing Violations
As the Knox Planning Commission continued their discussion over amending the accessory building ordinance, members also considered what to do about residents who are currently in violation.
During their meeting Tuesday night, President Greg Matt mentioned there are a few residences that have structures that are violating existing rules, such as one that prohibits breaking the plane of the front of the house and another that deals with proximity to sidewalks. Continue reading
Knox Planning Commission Moves One Step Closer to Amending Accessory Building Ordinance
Knox Planning Commission members continued their discussion about the accessory building ordinance when they met Tuesday night. Continue reading
Culver to Receive Updates on Permits, Dispatch Services
The Culver Town Council will be receiving a few updates about its participation in Marshall County’s online permitting system.
North Judson Issues Pool Permit Reminder
Now that summer’s here, the Town of North Judson is reminding residents about permits for pool installations. Clerk-Treasurer Alicia Collins says permits are required for both permanent pools, as well as temporary ones. Continue reading
Culver’s Second Permit Fee Attempt Receives Better Reaction
A revised plan to issue permit fees has received an initial nod from the Culver Town Council.
A public hearing was held on the plan – which was recommended from the Town’s Plan Commission. Culver is taking the steps to deal with increasing costs from Marshall County to compensate for the use of their building inspector.
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Culver Considers Changes to Permit and Fee Process Following County Recommendations
Culver could soon change the way it charges for building inspections.
A special work session meeting was held to navigate a problem the Marshall County Commissioners have with the inspection process. Currently, a flat fee of $50 is being charged, but is not repaid if multiple inspections are required.
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Culver Plans to Put Building Permits Online
Plans are currently in the works to help ease the process for gaining a building permit in the Town of Culver.
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