County permits

Clay County

Clay County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Clay County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority: Clay County Joint Planning Commission / Clay County Zoning Office
Website: Permit authority website ↗
Phone: (402) 762-3651
Address: 111 W Fairfield Street, Clay Center, NE 68933 (Clay County Court House, bottom floor)

Full unincorporated Clay County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Clay County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Clay County, Nebraska. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.