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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Plainview
All improvements valued at $2,500 or more (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-1318.01)
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Site plan
- Description of project
- For commercial projects: additional documentation for State Fire Marshal plan review
- Building code
- Yes - Plainview's Zoning Ordinance covers city and one-mile extra-territorial jurisdiction. Nebraska's state building code framework (2018 IBC/IRC) applies where locally adopted; confirm current adoption status with City Office
- Contractor requirements
- All contractors doing business in Nebraska must register with Nebraska DOL annually ($25/yr) and maintain current workers' compensation certificate. State Electrical Division (NSED) District 7 (Brent Kallhoff, 402-649-7730) provides state electrical inspection
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download Building Permit form from cityofplainviewne.com/notices/forms-permits (updated September 2023) or request from City Office
- 02 Complete permit form with site plan and description of project
- 03 For commercial projects, a Nebraska State Fire Marshal plan review is required in addition to the local permit
- 04 Submit completed application by mail to PO Box 757 or in person at 209 West Locust, Plainview, NE 68769-0757
- 05 Pay permit fee at time of application (contact City Office for current schedule)
- 06 Do not begin construction until permit is issued
- 07 Report any improvement valued at $2,500 or more to Pierce County Assessor per Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-1318.01
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact City Office at (402) 582-4928 or (402) 582-3939 for the current building official and inspection procedures (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Typical sequence: Inspections conducted through city's designated building official. Contact City Office for current inspector. Commercial projects require Nebraska State Fire Marshal inspection. Electrical work requires NSED permit and inspection
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Plainview permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Plainview, NE? ▸
All improvements valued at $2,500 or more (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-1318.01)
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Plainview, NE? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Plainview, NE, follow these steps: 1. Download Building Permit form from cityofplainviewne.com/notices/forms-permits (updated September 2023) or request from City Office 2. Complete permit form with site plan and description of project 3. For commercial projects, a Nebraska State Fire Marshal plan review is required in addition to the local permit 4. Submit completed application by mail to PO Box 757 or in person at 209 West Locust, Plainview, NE 68769-0757 5. Pay permit fee at time of application (contact City Office for current schedule) 6. Do not begin construction until permit is issued 7. Report any improvement valued at $2,500 or more to Pierce County Assessor per Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-1318.01
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Plainview, NE? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Plainview, NE via: Contact City Office at (402) 582-4928 or (402) 582-3939 for the current building official and inspection procedures.
last verified April 2026
source City of Plainview Building/Zoning Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Plainview Building/Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.