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Commissioners suspend permit fees, extend rebuild deadlines for tornado-damaged properties
Summary
On second reading the board approved an ordinance suspending building permit and variance fees and extending the rebuild period for structures damaged in the 06/11/2026 tornado and severe storm event; the measure passed unanimously on Aug. 4.
The Porter County Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance on second reading to suspend building permit and variance fees and to extend the nonconforming structure rebuild period for properties damaged by the tornado and severe storm event of June 11, 2026.
Stormwater/administration staff introduced the ordinance and described it as relief for residents and property owners affected by the storm. The ordinance language presented at the meeting said it was "suspending building permit and variance fees and extending the nonconforming structure rebuild period for structures damaged by the tornado and severe storm event of 06/11/2026." Commissioner (S3) moved approval on second reading; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote.
The action took effect on the date of passage; staff and permitting offices will implement the fee suspension and notify applicants of extended timelines for rebuilding. The board did not specify a sunset date in the meeting discussion beyond noting the ordinance is responsive to the June 11 event and directed staff to implement the change.
