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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Auburn
Required for new construction, additions, alterations, and repairs to residential structures, commercial buildings, accessory structures, and sign installation
Note: Agricultural building exemption (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 23-114.03) does not apply within incorporated city limits or ETJ for city building ordinance purposes
Required documents
- Completed Building Permit and Procedure Form
- Site plan (four copies) showing property dimensions, proposed building location, setback distances
- Project description
- Construction documents as applicable to project scope
- For grading projects: grading permit
- Building code
- 2018 International Building Code (IBC) and 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) adopted by reference under Ordinance No. 2-22 amending Section 150.30; 2018 National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) also adopted. Confirm currently effective edition with City Hall.
- Permit validity
- Typically permits expire if no inspection is passed within 180 days of issuance or within period set by local ordinance; confirm with City Hall
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders may apply for permits for their own residence; confirm any required disclosure forms with City Hall
- Contractor requirements
- Nebraska does not have a general contractor license. Contractors must register annually with Nebraska Department of Labor ($25/year, workers' compensation required). Electrical work requires NSED license. Plumbing work requires Nebraska State Plumbing Division license. Confirm any city-specific business license requirements with City Hall.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download Building Permit and Procedure Form from Permits & Forms page or pick up at City Hall
- 02 Complete form with property address, legal description, owner and contractor information, project description, and estimated project valuation
- 03 Prepare site plan showing property dimensions, proposed building location, distances to property lines and other structures (four copies required)
- 04 If project meets grading criteria, obtain grading permit prior to or concurrent with building permit application
- 05 Submit completed application, site plan (4 copies), and required construction documents to City Hall
- 06 Pay applicable permit fee at time of application or as invoiced
- 07 Allow standard processing time for zoning and building code compliance review
- 08 Obtain issued permit before beginning construction
- 09 Post permit card visibly at job site
- 10 Schedule required inspections through City Hall (402-274-3420)
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective 2022
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
International Code Council (ICC) construction valuation table incorporated into fee schedule (Chapter 150, Section 150.17); updated annually on January 1. For alterations and structures not covered by ICC table: fair market value of labor and materials.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2022) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Phone City Hall at (402) 274-3420 to schedule inspections (phone)
Typical sequence: Typical residential inspection sequence: footing/foundation, rough framing, rough electrical/mechanical/plumbing, insulation, wallboard, final inspection. Confirm current sequence with City Hall.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Auburn permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Auburn, NE? ▸
Required for new construction, additions, alterations, and repairs to residential structures, commercial buildings, accessory structures, and sign installation
02 How much does a building permit cost in Auburn, NE? ▸
Building permit fees in Auburn, NE are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: International Code Council (ICC) construction valuation table incorporated into fee schedule (Chapter 150, Section 150.17); updated annually on January 1. For alterations and structures not covered by ICC table: fair market value of labor and materials..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Auburn, NE? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Auburn, NE, follow these steps: 1. Download Building Permit and Procedure Form from Permits & Forms page or pick up at City Hall 2. Complete form with property address, legal description, owner and contractor information, project description, and estimated project valuation 3. Prepare site plan showing property dimensions, proposed building location, distances to property lines and other structures (four copies required) 4. If project meets grading criteria, obtain grading permit prior to or concurrent with building permit application 5. Submit completed application, site plan (4 copies), and required construction documents to City Hall 6. Pay applicable permit fee at time of application or as invoiced 7. Allow standard processing time for zoning and building code compliance review 8. Obtain issued permit before beginning construction 9. Post permit card visibly at job site 10. Schedule required inspections through City Hall (402-274-3420)
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Auburn, NE? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Auburn, NE via: Phone City Hall at (402) 274-3420 to schedule inspections.
last verified April 2026
source City of Auburn Building Permits ↗
entry id permits/nebraska/nemaha/auburn
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Auburn Building Permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.