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Tattoo/Piercing Establishments

Tattooing, Piercing, and Microblading are regulated services and MUST BE performed only by licensed professionals in a licensed establishment.

Performing these services at home or in an unlicensed location is ILLEGAL and poses serious health risks. Violations may result in fines, penalties, and legal action.

For your safety (and the safety of others), always verify licensing and location before receiving or offering these services.

Click here for a quick fact sheet.

  • Contact us for an inspection before signing a contact to lease a space ~ to make sure it meets Grant County Ordinance/State Rule Requirements.
  • Steps for receiving a license are as follows:
    • Application completed (available by in-person only)
    • Required documents:
      • Current ID or driver's license
      • Up to Date Bloodborne pathogen certificate
      • Up to Date Hepatitis Records
      • Contract for disposal of biohazard materials (*if you are the establishment owner*)
    • Contact our office to set up an appointment to process/renew your license. Licenses expire December 31st of every year.

Click here to view a printable list of Tattoo/Piercing Establishments for Grant County.

  • Beauty & Restorative Ink by Tiffany
    • 1125 N. Western Ave., Marion
    • 765-661-0353
    • Services offered: Tattooing
  • Crossroads Ink
    • 116 E. Main St., Gas City
    • 765-603-0570
    • Services offered: Tattooing & Piercing
  • Delta Ink
    • 3304 S. Nebraska St., Marion
    • 765-573-5869
    • Services offered: Tattooing & Piercing
  • Eternal Art Studio
    • 5308  S. Adam s St., Marion
    • 765-517-1112
    • Services offered: Tattooing
  • Hypnotic Ink
    • 123 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion
    • 765-517-1042
    • Services offered: Tattooing
  • Irezumi Arts Studio
    • 107 S. Main St., Fairmount
    • 765-618-3021
    • Services offered: Tattooing
  • Stevi's Piercings & More
    • 238 E. Main St., Gas City
    • 765-667-9041
    • Services offered: Piercings
  • Tattoos by Katie
    • 428 S. Washington St., Suite 301, Marion
    • 765-667-6056
    • Services offered: Tattooing & Piercing
  • II The Soul
    • 1302 W. 2nd St., Marion
    • 765-425-5665
    • Services offered: Tattooing & Piercing

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

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Complaints can be submitted by email, mail, or in-person.

FEES:

  • Tattoo/Piercing/Microblading Annual License
    • Establishment (January through December) - $250
    • Establishment (July through December) - $125
    • Tattoo/Piercer/Microblading License - $100
    • Guest/Temporary Artist - $40
  • PENALTIES
    • Operating without a Tattoo/Piercer/Microblading License - $500
    • Operating without an Establishment License - $500
    • Violation(s) not remedied within assigned timeframe - $500
    • Re-opening fee (enforcement action closure) - $500
    • Violation repeat inspection fee - $500

Tattoo/Body Piercing Establishment Information

  • The Health Department requires licensing of all tattoo and piercing artists.
  • Tattoo artists must complete a certified bloodborne pathogen course, receive the Hepatitis B vaccination series and pay the appropriate fee to obtain a license in Grant County.
  • Licenses must be prominently displayed in each studio.
  • The Health Department inspects tattoo/piercing establishments for compliance with all applicable state and local health regulations.
  • For any questions or concerns call 765-651-2401 option 1.
  • Click here to view the current Tattoo/Body Piercing Ordinance.