Prior to purchasing property, building any new structures, expansion/remodel, splitting/selling property, or installing a septic system, please contact us for more information or better guidance.

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I want to build something on my property. Do I need a permit if I'm building in the County? 

• Yes, the County requires development permits in unincorporated areas. Items that require permits include but are not limited to the following: new structures/development, anything septic-related, pools, mobile homes, RV Parks, commercial buildings, multifamily, building in the floodplain, civil plans, etc.  Before you decide to start your project, please contact us so we can help guide you down the right path.  Failure to do so may result in legal action. 

 

I want to subdivide my property.  Do I have to go through the County's platting process? 

• In our experience, people that subdivide their property without going through the official platting process later discover their layout either does not meet the County's requirements or they cannot enjoy their property in the manner they intended.  Before you plan to subdivide any property, please contact our office.  In most cases, a plat may be required, before you are eligible to apply for a permit.  We can help avoid these situations early on and assist you by giving you flexibility now and in the future. 

 

I want to apply for an address.  What do I need to get an address?

• In most cases, we will require a permit prior to assigning an address.  Our Addressing Division normally assigns an address upon review of their application and an associated permit application for the structure or development.  Number sequencing will usually follow establish addressing guidelines.  In most cases, all official addresses will come from them in an official letter.  Never assign yourself an address as that will cause confusion for yourself, mail providers, utility providers, and the County.  

 

How do I file a complaint against someone I believe is doing something against the County's regulations? 

• You can file a complaint via our Online Complaint Center and we will investigate it thoroughly.  Complaints without the name of the person filing it will not be accepted.  Our goal is to strive for compliance over enforcement and will give the offender sufficient time to cure.  Once the issue is addressed to the County's satisfaction and meets our regulations, we will close out the complaint.  If it is not cured within a reasonable timeframe, we can take the violators to court. Due to limited resources, we are unable to follow up with each complainant, however, if can contact us, we can provide you with an update. 

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How do I obtain a copy of a record generated from your department? 

• You can request a copy of most existing records from this department via our Online Open Records Request Form.  We normally will have 10 business days to review and get you the information you requested.  In some cases, there may be a fee associated with your request, but we will give you an estimate beforehand should that be the case.