Burr, NE - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Incorporated village; limited statutory authority for building codes and zoning; very small population (52)

Department

Village Clerk's Office

Address

Burr, NE 68324

Phone

402-873-9574

Application Process

1. First step: Call the village clerk. Contact applicable village clerk to ask whether village requires local building permit for project type. Ask specifically whether village has adopted building code, zoning ordinance, and whether permits issued by village or deferred to county. Otoe County Clerk (402-873-9574) can provide referral contact numbers for village clerk.
2. County zoning permit: If project in zoned area of unincorporated county land adjacent to village, or within village but no local permit exists, contact Otoe County Planning and Zoning (Dave Thomson, dthomson@otoecountyne.gov). File application at least 7 days before desired action.
3. NSED electrical permit: Obtain permit through electrical.nebraska.gov for all electrical work. District 15 inspector: Todd Flick (todd.flick@nebraska.gov, 402-643-0052)
4. NDEE onsite wastewater: If new or replacement septic system needed, ensure Title 124 compliance. Most residential systems use Authorization by Rule; county zoning permit may require proof of compliant design before issuance.
5. State Fire Marshal (commercial): Submit plans to Nebraska State Fire Marshal (402-471-9465) for review before commencing any commercial or public building project
6. NDEE Stormwater NOI: For projects disturbing 1+ acres, file NER210000 NOI at least 7 days before ground disturbance begins
7. County road driveway permit: If accessing county road, obtain driveway/access permit from Otoe County Roads Department ($50 fee)

Source: Village Clerk's Office

General Requirements

Building code

None of these five villages (Talmage, Burr, Dunbar, Lorton, Otoe village) are known to have independently adopted building codes. County zoning regulations apply in unincorporated zones surrounding village limits. Within village limits, absence of building code means no independent municipal structural inspections exist.

Contractor requirements

All contractors must be registered with Nebraska Department of Labor ($25/yr, workers comp certificate required). NSED electrical permits required for all electrical work.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Agricultural buildings on farmstead of 20+ acres producing $1,000+ of farm products per year (applies to unincorporated county land only, not within village limits)

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Typical inspection sequence: No independent municipal inspection process documented for Burr. State-level inspections apply regardless of local capacity.

Additional Resources

• Building code: None of these five villages (Talmage, Burr, Dunbar, Lorton, Otoe village) are known to have independently adopted building codes. County zoning regulations apply in unincorporated zones surrounding village limits. Within village limits, absence of building code means no independent municipal structural inspections exist.
• Otoe County Planning and Zoning
• Otoe County Clerk
• NSED Electrical Permits (District 15)
• NDEE Title 124 Onsite Wastewater
• NDEE Construction Stormwater Permit
• Nebraska State Fire Marshal
• Nebraska Department of Labor - Contractor Registration
• NeSHPO - Section 106 Review
• License lookup guide: Nebraska Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Nebraska Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Nebraska hub: Nebraska Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Burr Building Permit FAQ

How do I apply for a building permit in Burr, NE?

1. First step: Call the village clerk. Contact applicable village clerk to ask whether village requires local building permit for project type. Ask specifically whether village has adopted building code, zoning ordinance, and whether permits issued by village or deferred to county. Otoe County Clerk (402-873-9574) can provide referral contact numbers for village clerk. 2. County zoning permit: If project in zoned area of unincorporated county land adjacent to village, or within village but no local permit exists, contact Otoe County Planning and Zoning (Dave Thomson, dthomson@otoecountyne.gov). File application at least 7 days before desired action. 3. NSED electrical permit: Obtain permit through electrical.nebraska.gov for all electrical work. District 15 inspector: Todd Flick (todd.flick@nebraska.gov, 402-643-0052) 4. NDEE onsite wastewater: If new or replacement septic system needed, ensure Title 124 compliance. Most residential systems use Authorization by Rule; county zoning permit may require proof of compliant design before issuance. 5. State Fire Marshal (commercial): Submit plans to Nebraska State Fire Marshal (402-471-9465) for review before commencing any commercial or public building project 6. NDEE Stormwater NOI: For projects disturbing 1+ acres, file NER210000 NOI at least 7 days before ground disturbance begins 7. County road driveway permit: If accessing county road, obtain driveway/access permit from Otoe County Roads Department ($50 fee)

What work is exempt from building permits in Burr, NE?

The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural buildings on farmstead of 20+ acres producing $1,000+ of farm products per year (applies to unincorporated county land only, not within village limits).

How do I schedule a building inspection in Burr, NE?

Inspections can be scheduled via: , , , .

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