Nebraska, York County Plumbing Permit Regulations and County Ordinances for Unincorporated Areas
York County, Nebraska, does not have a county-level Building & Safety Division that enforces building codes. Instead, zoning regulations are managed by the York County Planning and Zoning Department. For properties in unincorporated areas of York County, a Zoning Permit is required for any new construction, alteration, or relocation of a building or structure.
Rules for Properties in Unincorporated Areas
In unincorporated York County, the Zoning Resolution governs land use and setbacks. There is no specific county-level building code enforcement for these areas.
- Zoning Permit Required: Any new building, structure, or land use, or any reconstruction, enlargement, or relocation of an existing one, requires a Zoning Permit issued by the Zoning Administrator.
- Exemptions: Non-residential farm buildings on qualifying farms (at least 20 acres and producing $1,000 or more in farm products annually) are exempt from needing a Zoning Permit but still require a Certificate of Zoning Compliance. Public entity structures within public rights-of-way or easements also do not require Zoning Permits.
- Permit Application: To obtain a Zoning Permit, you must first determine if your property is within unincorporated York County or a municipal zoning jurisdiction. Then, you will need to complete an application form, which includes details about the applicant, a plot plan, and information on existing and proposed land uses, water supply, and sewage disposal.
- Fees: While specific plumbing permit fees are not detailed for unincorporated areas, the City of York charges $10.00 for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits, plus inspection fees. For county jurisdiction development, fees vary, with non-agricultural purposes costing $25.00 and agricultural purposes being no fee.
- Inspections: York County does not have a structural building code inspection program for unincorporated areas. The Zoning Administrator may conduct inspections to ensure compliance with the Zoning Resolution.