How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Oak, NE?

1. Contact Nuckolls County Zoning at (402) 225-4361 for current contact information for the Village of Oak village clerk. 2. Contact the village clerk to determine current building permit requirements and obtain the application form. 3. For commercial or public assembly projects: submit plans to the Nebraska State Fire Marshal. 4. For all electrical work: apply for NSED District 6 permit; contact Chris Slocum, (402) 710-6570. 5. For onsite wastewater/septic: engage a certified professional and register with NDEE.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Oak, NE?

Inspections can be scheduled via: .

City Building Permits

Village of Oak, NE - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Village of Oak, Nebraska. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Nebraska Nuckolls County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated Village of Oak. Properties outside village limits fall under Nuckolls County jurisdiction.

Department: Village of Oak -- Village Clerk / Village Board
Address: Oak, NE 68964 (Nuckolls County)

Application Process

Contact Nuckolls County Zoning at (402) 225-4361 for current contact information for the Village of Oak village clerk.
Contact the village clerk to determine current building permit requirements and obtain the application form.
For commercial or public assembly projects: submit plans to the Nebraska State Fire Marshal.
For all electrical work: apply for NSED District 6 permit; contact Chris Slocum, (402) 710-6570.
For onsite wastewater/septic: engage a certified professional and register with NDEE.

General Requirements

Not confirmed from publicly available sources. Contact village clerk.

Building code: Not confirmed. Nebraska state building code (2018 IBC/IRC) applies by default.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Oak -- Village Clerk / Village Board to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Additional Resources

Building code: Not confirmed. Nebraska state building code (2018 IBC/IRC) applies by default.
Nuckolls County Zoning (for referral)
Nebraska State Fire Marshal
NSFM Plans Submittal
NSED District 6
NDEE Onsite Wastewater
NDEE Construction Stormwater
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
License lookup guide: Nebraska Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Nebraska Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Nebraska hub: Nebraska Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of Oak -- Village Clerk / Village Board before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Oak Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Oak, NE?: Not confirmed from publicly available sources. Contact village clerk.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Oak, NE?: 1. Contact Nuckolls County Zoning at (402) 225-4361 for current contact information for the Village of Oak village clerk. 2. Contact the village clerk to determine current building permit requirements and obtain the application form. 3. For commercial or public assembly projects: submit plans to the Nebraska State Fire Marshal. 4. For all electrical work: apply for NSED District 6 permit; contact Chris Slocum, (402) 710-6570. 5. For onsite wastewater/septic: engage a certified professional and register with NDEE.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Oak, NE?: Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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