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Allen County Flood Protection Information
Planning Services Office Closed Friday March 24, 2023
8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The office will reopen at 1:00 p.m. Online permitting will be available during this time.
Roy DeLangrange Drain Study Information
You can find information relating to the Roy Delagrange Drain Study located at our office at 200 E Berry St STE 150, or on our website Here at the bottom of the page. If you have additional information questions, please reach out to the appropriate contact on the letter you received.
All In Allen Comprehensive Plan Update
The adoption process is complete!
The All In Allen Comprehensive Plan has been adopted by the City of Fort Wayne, Allen County, and the communities of Grabill, Huntertown, Monroeville and Woodburn.
The Plan will be effective as of Monday, March 13, 2023, and can be downloaded on the Ordinances, Plans and Manuals tab on this website.
The All In Allen Comprehensive Plan is a blueprint to guide growth and development and other community initiatives. Topic areas of the plan include: Land Use and Development, Agriculture and Food Systems, Housing and Neighborhoods, Economic Development, Transportation and Mobility, Public Facilities and Infrastructure, Community Services and Education, Parks and Environment and Implementation. Plan development was guided by feedback obtained from community outreach, analysis of existing conditions, and community visioning to ensure the comprehensive plan is reflective of the communities it will serve.
Successful implementation of the plan will require coordinated efforts between City, Town and County officials, partner organizations, stakeholders and residents.
For more information, visit www.ALLINALLEN.org.
Amendments to the County and Fort Wayne Zoning Ordinances - Effective September 1, 2022
The Allen County and Fort Wayne Plan Commissions held public hearings on proposed technical amendments to the County and Fort Wayne zoning ordinances as part of their June, 2022 hearings. The Allen County and Fort Wayne Plan Commissions both recommended approval of the proposed amendments at their June business meetings. The proposed Amendments were reviewed by the Allen County Commissioners and the Fort Wayne Common Council in July, 2022. The effective date of the updated ordinances is September 1, 2022.
Copies of the updated ordinances are on file at the Department of Planning Services, Suite 150, Citizens Square 200 E. Berry Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
These technical amendments are the next phase of the ordinance update and alignment project. This project has been ongoing since 2009.
A summary and redlined versions of the amendments, as recommended by the Plan Commissions, are below.Allen County Flood Insurance Rate Map Appeal Period
On December 9, 2021, FEMA provided Preliminary copies of the revised Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for Allen County, Indiana and Incorporated Areas.
The Preliminary FIRM and FIS report include proposed flood hazard information for certain locations in the Unincorporated Areas of Allen County, Indiana. The proposed flood hazard information may include addition or modification of Special Flood Hazard Areas, the areas that would be inundated by the base (1-percent-annual-chance) flood; base flood elevations or depths; zone designations; or regulatory floodways.
The 90-day appeal period for this submitted information is closed. FEMA is moving the FIRM Map amendment process forward at this time.
Public Hearing Updates - Plan Commissions
The Fort Wayne Plan Commission Public Hearing live stream can be found by clicking the following link
The Allen County Plan Commission Public Hearing live stream can be found by clicking the following link
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Public Hearing Updates - Board of Zoning Appeals and Hearing Officer
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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.
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!
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.
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. 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.