County permits

Dakota County

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

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Dakota County.

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

Permit authority: Dakota County Planning and Zoning
Website: Permit authority website ↗
Phone: (402) 632-5006
Address: 1601 Broadway Street, Dakota City, NE 68731 (Dakota County Courthouse)

Full unincorporated Dakota County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Dakota County

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

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Dakota 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.