FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Shelbyville, IN — In the wake of recent flooding throughout Shelby County and the City of Shelbyville, the City of Shelbyville’s Building and Planning Departments will be conducting a series of urgent property assessments in the coming days.

These inspections are a critical part of the city’s post-flood response and are being coordinated in partnership with the Shelby County Planning Office. Teams from both city and county departments will be working together to identify and document high water marks and assess flood-related impacts on structures across the region. This work must be performed promptly, as visible evidence begins to diminish shortly after flooding subsides.

As a result, residents may see city personnel in the field more frequently, including visits to specific properties. In some cases, staff may request access to buildings or property exteriors to complete these time-sensitive inspections. All inspectors will carry identification, and we appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to complete this important recovery effort.

Due to the scope and urgency of these assessments:

• Response times at the City Building and Planning office may be delayed.
  
  

• Office staff availability will be limited throughout the remainder of the week.
  
  

• We encourage residents to leave detailed messages or emails, and staff will return communication as field schedules allow.
  
  

"We recognize that this is a challenging time for many property owners," said Adam Rude, City of Shelbyville Planning Director. "Our goal is to complete these assessments quickly and thoroughly to support the broader recovery process across our city and county. We appreciate the public’s patience and assistance."

For questions or concerns, please contact the City of Shelbyville Building and Planning Departments at 317-392-5102.