Tilden, NE — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City Clerk (building permits); Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department (zoning)

Street address

205 South Center Street, Tilden, NE 68781

Phone

402-368-2232

Coverage

Dual-permit system: building permits issued by City of Tilden; zoning permits by Joint Planning Department

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Tilden

Both building permits (local) and zoning permits (county) required for development

Scope of work

Permit?

Agricultural structures on qualifying farmsteads (NRS 23-114.03)

Exempt

Exempt Agricultural structures on qualifying farmsteads (NRS 23-114.03)

Required documents

Completed building permit application
Completed zoning permit application
Site plan
Legal description

Building code: Building permits administered by City of Tilden; structural code adoption status (IBC/IRC) unconfirmed
Contractor requirements: All contractors must register with Nebraska Department of Labor

Source: City Clerk (building permits); Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department (zoning) ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Allow at least two weeks

01

Contact City Clerk (402-368-2232) at City Clerk's office to obtain building permit application
02

Contact Joint Planning Department (402-370-3577) for zoning permit application and zoning classification confirmation
03

Complete both building permit and zoning permit applications as applicable
04

Submit applications with required documentation to appropriate offices
05

Pay building permit fees to City of Tilden
06

Pay zoning permit fees to Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department
07

Obtain both permits before construction begins

Typical processing time: Allow at least two weeks

Source: City Clerk (building permits); Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department (zoning) ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Tilden building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Contact city clerk for building permit fees

Building permit fees paid to City of Tilden; zoning permit fees to Joint Planning Department

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

City Clerk for building inspections: 402-368-2232 (phone)
Joint Planning Department for zoning compliance: 402-370-3577 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (City Clerk); Tuesday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (Joint Planning Department)

Typical sequence: Scope of local building inspections unconfirmed. Joint Planning Department conducts zoning compliance. Nebraska State Fire Marshal has jurisdiction over commercial/public structures.

Source: City Clerk (building permits); Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department (zoning) ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Tilden permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Tilden, NE? ▸

Both building permits (local) and zoning permits (county) required for development

02 How much does a building permit cost in Tilden, NE? ▸

Building permit fees in Tilden, NE are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Contact city clerk for building permit fees.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Tilden, NE? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Tilden, NE, follow these steps: 1. Contact City Clerk (402-368-2232) at City Clerk's office to obtain building permit application 2. Contact Joint Planning Department (402-370-3577) for zoning permit application and zoning classification confirmation 3. Complete both building permit and zoning permit applications as applicable 4. Submit applications with required documentation to appropriate offices 5. Pay building permit fees to City of Tilden 6. Pay zoning permit fees to Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department 7. Obtain both permits before construction begins

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Tilden, NE? ▸

Building permit processing times in Tilden, NE typically run Allow at least two weeks. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Tilden, NE? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Tilden, NE. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural structures on qualifying farmsteads (NRS 23-114.03). When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Tilden, NE? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Tilden, NE via: City Clerk for building inspections: 402-368-2232, Joint Planning Department for zoning compliance: 402-370-3577.

last verified April 2026 source City Clerk (building permits); Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department (zoning) ↗ entry id permits/nebraska/madison/tilden

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City Clerk (building permits); Madison/Pierce County Joint Planning Department (zoning) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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