Department of Planning Services

Public Hearing Updates - Plan Commissions

The Fort Wayne Plan Commission Public Hearing live stream can be found by clicking the following link

https://afw.viebit.com/

The Allen County Plan Commission Public Hearing live stream can be found by clicking the following link

https://www.facebook.com/pg/AllenCounty/videos/?ref=page_internal

Please check this website for updates or email staff at

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Public Hearing Updates - Board of Zoning Appeals and Hearing Officer

The January hearing dates are to proceed as scheduled. We are still holding hearings while the building is closed. All normal public entrances into Citizens Square will be locked so please proceed to Door Number 2 at Citizens Square, 200 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802. Staff we be tending the door to let public hearing participants in and will direct the participants to the hearing room.

Please check this website for updates or email staff at

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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.

Completing Online Permits

If you need assistance, call 260-449-7607 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!

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.