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Property Addressing & Verification
Important Notice: New Address Requests
St. Joseph County no longer accepts direct requests for NEW building addresses. All new address requests must be submitted to your local City, Village, or Township office for processing.
Request a New Address
Required for new construction, irrigation, or utilities. You must provide a site plan/survey and your Parcel ID (Tax ID) to your local unit.
For special projects not requiring permits (irrigation/telecom), contact GIS directly at (269) 467-5543.
Verify an Existing Address
Ensure your address is correctly synchronized with the E-911 Emergency System. This is a FREE service often required for building permits.
Address Verification PortalLocal Unit Contact Directory
| Local Unit | Contact Name | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Burr Oak Township | Mary Gould | (269) 489-2889 |
| Burr Oak Village | Village Office | (269) 489-5258 |
| Centreville Village | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Colon Township | Sandi Jackson | (269) 432-3371 |
| Colon Village | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Constantine Township | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Constantine Village | Mark Honeysett | (269) 435-2085 |
| Fabius Township | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Fawn River Township | Township Office | (269) 651-5823 |
| Florence Township | Township Office | (269) 251-5575 |
| Flowerfield Township | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Leonidas Township | Barry McDonald | (269) 496-7837 |
| Lockport Township | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Mendon Township | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Mendon Village | Village Office | (269) 496-4395 |
| Mottville Township | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Nottawa Township | Dave Peterson | (269) 467-7835 |
| Park Township | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| Sherman Township | Christine Hamilton | (269) 651-8620 |
| Sturgis Township | Township Office | (269) 651-3676 |
| White Pigeon Township | Jean Tefft | (269) 483-7043 |
| White Pigeon Village | Doug Kuhlman | (269) 651-3130 |
| City of Sturgis | Barry Cox | (269) 659-7249 |
| City of Three Rivers | John Beebe | (269) 273-1845 |
Address Display Requirements
Per County Ordinance, address numbers must be clearly visible from the road to ensure rapid E-911 response.
Dimensions
At least 3 inches in height. Must be Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3).
Visibility
Color must contrast with background. Mounted 2ft to 6ft above grade.
Setbacks
If building is 100ft+ from road, numbers must be posted at the driveway entrance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an address for a vacant lot?
No. St. Joseph County does not issue addresses for vacant land unless a utility meter or permanent structure is being installed.
Why does my Nottawa home have a Sturgis physical address?
The Nottawa Post Office does not provide residential delivery. To receive mail at your home mailbox, the USPS requires a Sturgis ZIP code. However, your E-911 physical location remains verified within our system.
How long does the process take?
Once your local unit forwards the request to the County, we typically process it within 1 business day, though we recommend allowing 2-3 days for the total cycle.
Can I choose my own address number?
No. Numbers are assigned mathematically based on driveway location to ensure they are logical for emergency responders.