Health Department

The La Porte Office is closed until further notice.  The La Porte Office has been relocated to 302 W 8th ST, Michigan City. Food, septic, well permits and property transfers can be obtained at this location as well as birth/death records.  Please visit our Michigan City branch at the courthouse also for birth/death certificates as well as all nursing services.

WATER LAB is now accepting water samples.  Sample bottles can be purchased at our 8th Street location in Michigan City.  Samples can then be dropped off at the 8th Street office according to the this calendar Water Sample Calendar.  Please call 219-325-5563 with any questions.

The La Porte County Health Department is committed to the health and welfare of the citizens of La Porte County. Here you will find information on important public health matters, frequently requested forms, and a variety of links to public health resources on the web.

The La Porte County Health Department offers the following services within these specific locations:

LA PORTE OFFICE

• Vital Records
• Nursing Services
• Environmental Health/Food
• Drinking Water Laboratory
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness
• Public Health Education

MICHIGAN CITY OFFICE

• Vital Records
• Nursing Services

Both branches are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

You can also contact the Health Department via e-mail by clicking here.

Vital Records Birth Certificate Application

Vital Records Death Certificate Application

Event Application

Restaurant Application

Temporary Vendor Application

Area Certified Lab Sheet

Inspection Response Form

Application for Property Transfer

Indiana State Health Department

Indiana State Department of Homeland Security

Indiana State Department of Environmental Management

Environmental Protection Agency

CDC Online

Immunization Action Coalition

Mesothelioma

Public Health Information on Vaccines

CDC Information on Coronavirus

Indiana State Coronavirus Dashboard