Indiana Code Title 8. Utilities and Transportation § 8-23-7-8

Sec. 8. If the property described in section 4 of this chapter lies within a political subdivision that has an ordinance regulating property use or requiring a building permit, the owner of the property shall give written notice to the department of an application or petition for a variance or building permit.  The owner shall give notice by sending a copy of the petition or application to the department by certified mail not later than ten (10) days before a hearing is held by local authorities on the petition or application.  The department may remonstrate and be heard at a hearing concerning the property by an attorney or representative.