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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Fremont
All construction, alteration, or repair of buildings within Fremont city limits or the 2-mile extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction requires a permit. Fences, sheds, and signs require permits regardless of cost. Roof and siding replacement, gutter replacement, flue vent cap installation, basement waterproofing, and water or fire damage repair all require permits.
Painting
Wallpapering
Carpeting
Tiling (interior finish surfaces)
Freestanding decks under 200 sq ft and under 30 inches in height
Sidewalks not located in the City right-of-way
- Exempt Painting
- Exempt Wallpapering
- Exempt Carpeting
- Exempt Tiling (interior finish surfaces)
- Exempt Freestanding decks under 200 sq ft and under 30 inches in height
- Exempt Sidewalks not located in the City right-of-way
Note: Fences, sheds, and signs are NOT exempt and require permits. Contact the department to confirm edge cases.
Required documents
- Completed permit application form
- Construction documents (site plan, floor plan, elevations, structural details as applicable)
- Project valuation statement
- Contractor registration proof (if a contractor is performing the work)
- Building code
- 2018 International Building Code (with local amendments), 2018 International Residential Code, 2023 National Electrical Code, 2018 Uniform Mechanical Code, 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 International Fire Code, 2018 International Existing Building Code, 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (Ordinances 5456, 5579, and 5730)
- Permit validity
- Standard Nebraska practice: 180 days from issuance with extensions available on request. Contact the department for the current rule.
- Owner-builder
- Property owners performing their own work must still obtain permits. Permit fee is calculated the same way (materials plus imputed labor at half the material cost).
- Contractor requirements
- All contractors performing work for hire must register with the City per Resolution 2019-049. General contractor registration fee: $60. Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing master contractors: $85 registration fee ($40 renewal), $1,000,000 liability insurance minimum, evidence of passed examination. Journeyman/tradesman: $40. Apprentice: $30. Registration at Building Permits and Inspections office.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; contact (402) 727-2636 for estimates
- 01 Determine whether a permit is required for your project.
- 02 Download or obtain the applicable permit application from the city website or department.
- 03 Complete the application with work description, property information, intended use, project valuation, and signature.
- 04 Prepare construction documents (plans) as required under IBC Section 107 for projects subject to plan review.
- 05 Submit the completed application and documents via the Click2Gov portal or in-person at 400 E Military Ave, 2nd Floor.
- 06 Pay the permit fee at the time of application (based on total project valuation: materials plus labor imputation).
- 07 Plans are reviewed for code compliance. Contact the department for processing time estimates.
- 08 Permit is issued upon approval of plans and payment of fees.
- 09 Post the permit at the job site in a visible location.
- 10 Schedule required inspections at key stages (footing, foundation, rough framing, insulation, finals).
- 11 Final inspection is completed; certificate of occupancy is issued for new construction or occupancy changes.
Typical processing time: Not published; contact (402) 727-2636 for estimates
§ 04
Fee schedule
Fremont building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based. Total project cost = materials cost + (materials cost × 0.50) for labor imputation. Permit fee rate applied per fee schedule table.
Payment accepted in person at the Building Permits and Inspections office (400 E Military Ave, 2nd Floor). Online payment may be available through the Click2Gov portal. Contact (402) 727-2636 for specific fee amounts.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Inspection hotline (phone)
- building@fremontne.gov (email)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Typical sequence: Standard sequence: (1) footing before concrete pour; (2) foundation and basement walls before backfill; (3) rough framing/rough-in for plumbing, electrical, mechanical before covering; (4) insulation; (5) final inspection when all work is complete.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Fremont permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Fremont, NE? ▸
All construction, alteration, or repair of buildings within Fremont city limits or the 2-mile extraterritorial zoning jurisdiction requires a permit. Fences, sheds, and signs require permits regardless of cost. Roof and siding replacement, gutter replacement, flue vent cap installation, basement waterproofing, and water or fire damage repair all require permits.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Fremont, NE? ▸
Building permit fees in Fremont, NE are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based. Total project cost = materials cost + (materials cost × 0.50) for labor imputation. Permit fee rate applied per fee schedule table..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Fremont, NE? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Fremont, NE, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether a permit is required for your project. 2. Download or obtain the applicable permit application from the city website or department. 3. Complete the application with work description, property information, intended use, project valuation, and signature. 4. Prepare construction documents (plans) as required under IBC Section 107 for projects subject to plan review. 5. Submit the completed application and documents via the Click2Gov portal or in-person at 400 E Military Ave, 2nd Floor. 6. Pay the permit fee at the time of application (based on total project valuation: materials plus labor imputation). 7. Plans are reviewed for code compliance. Contact the department for processing time estimates. 8. Permit is issued upon approval of plans and payment of fees. 9. Post the permit at the job site in a visible location. 10. Schedule required inspections at key stages (footing, foundation, rough framing, insulation, finals). 11. Final inspection is completed; certificate of occupancy is issued for new construction or occupancy changes.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Fremont, NE? ▸
Building permit processing times in Fremont, NE typically run Not published; contact (402) 727-2636 for estimates. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Fremont, NE? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Fremont, NE. The following work is generally exempt: Painting; Wallpapering; Carpeting; Tiling (interior finish surfaces); Freestanding decks under 200 sq ft and under 30 inches in height; Sidewalks not located in the City right-of-way. Note: Fences, sheds, and signs are NOT exempt and require permits. Contact the department to confirm edge cases. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Fremont, NE? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Fremont, NE via: Inspection hotline, building@fremontne.gov.
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Permits and Inspections Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.