Department of Planning Services

Does my residential project need a permit? The document link below outlines what residential projects require a permit from the Department of Planning Services.

Residential Projects that Require Planning Services Permits

The document below will help assist you in applying for a Department of Planning Services permit online.

If you need assistance, call 449-7607 to leave a message or you can email staff at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Please include your name and the address of the property you are inquiring about so we can provide the necessary information for your request.

If you are inquiring about the zoning of a property you can enter the address of the property to left and click the Lookup Zoning Information button and it will return the zoning.

Thank you for your patience!

Notice of Rescheduled Public Hearing and Business Meetings of the Fort Wayne and Allen County Plan Commissions; the Fort Wayne and Allen County Boards of Zoning Appeals; and the Fort Wayne and Allen County Hearing Officer

Due to COVID-19 and Governor Holcomb’s Executive Order, all public hearings and business meetings from the month of April and May have been rescheduled. The Fort Wayne and Allen County Plan Commissions will be holding public hearings on May 27th, 2020. The Fort Wayne and Allen County Board of Zoning Appeals will be holding public hearings on May 28th, 2020. The Fort Wayne and Allen County Zoning Hearing Officer will be holding public hearings on June 10th, 2020. Please refer to the agendas and staff reports for additional information.

All In Allen Comprehensive Plan Project

You can visit allinallen.org to fill out an online questionnaire, and visit the Map.Social feature, register as a user, and explore the interactive map. The map allows registered visitors to view, add, and like comments about features throughout the community, such as roads, intersections, landmarks, neighborhoods and more.

Site Plan Routing Review Process

Changes have been made to the site plan review process. A revised checklist and updated process description is located below along with the current application.

Fort Wayne, Allen County, Huntertown and Woodburn Zoning Ordinances

Considering a New Project?

The Department of Planning Services holds monthly new projects meetings to discuss proposed projects prior to formal submittals. If you would like to participate in a new projects meeting please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to receive the new projects meeting application and calendar. There is no fee to participate in the new projects meeting.

Developing Downtown?
If you are considering a development proposal within the downtown Fort Wayne area (DC and DE zoning districts) please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and/or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at your earliest convenience. The City of Fort Wayne now has Downtown Design Standards that may affect your proposal. The manual has requirements and recommendations on new developments, building additions, façade renovations, signage, fencing, and parking. It is often beneficial to discuss your plans with staff members prior to filing any applications or permits.
Our Mission is to provide professional, responsive, efficient and cost-effective government and community services to provide assistance to and improve the quality of life of the people in Allen County.

As of March 3rd 2008 the Fort Wayne Land Use Management and Zoning Department and the Allen County Department of Planning Services became one department. Our office hours are Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM till 5:00 PM. If you have questions about the new permit or about changes to department processes please contact our office at (260) 449 - 7607.