Ind. Code § 16-22-6-14

Sec. 14. A county may, in anticipation of the construction, erection, or renovation of a building, including the necessary equipment and appurtenances, enter into a contract of lease with the authority before the acquisition of a site and the construction, erection, or renovation of the building. Rental payments under a contract of lease may not commence until construction is completed and the building is ready for occupancy. However, if a building is acquired and renovated, a county may, in anticipation of the acquisition and renovation, make and enter into a contract of lease upon terms and conditions agreed upon by the county and the authority, including terms and conditions permitting the county to continue to operate the building until completion of the renovation and the payment of a lease rental by the lessee during the period of renovation.