City of La Vista

New construction; remodeling; additions; electrical work; mechanical; plumbing; approach/curb/driveway work; fire sprinkler and alarm systems; signs (permanent and temporary); swimming pools; rental inspections; change of use/occupancy; utility installation in right-of-way; flood plain development; grading

Note: La Vista does not publish a specific exempt work list online. Work exempt under the 2018 IRC Section R105.2 and 2018 IBC Section 105.2 applies as adopted; typical IRC/IBC exemptions include minor repairs, certain maintenance work, and small structures below threshold square footage. Contact department at 402-593-6400 to confirm whether specific work requires a permit.

Building code

2018 International Building Code (IBC); 2018 International Residential Code (IRC); 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC); 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2018 International Fire Code (IFC); 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC); 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC); 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC); 2018 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 2012 edition

Permit validity

Not separately published on department page; contact department for current validity period

Owner-builder

Not separately published; contact department

Contractor requirements

Contractors must be licensed for their trade before any permits can be issued; contact department for specific trade licensing requirements

1. 01
   Confirm the property is within La Vista city limits (call 402-593-6400 if unsure).
2. 02
   Determine permit type needed (residential, commercial, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire, signs, pools, grading, etc.).
3. 03
   Download the applicable permit application from the city website.
4. 04
   Prepare required documents: site/plot plan, construction drawings, contractor license documentation, energy code certification.
5. 05
   Submit application by one of three methods: in person at City Hall, by mail to 8116 Park View Blvd, or by email to lmccasland@cityoflavista.org.
6. 06
   Pay permit fee; credit card payments via one-time authorization form or online portal.
7. 07
   Plans are reviewed by the Building Department and, for new construction/remodels, by Planning for design standard compliance.
8. 08
   Permit is issued; post permit card on site.
9. 09
   Schedule inspections through the department (call 402-331-4343 or 402-593-6400).
10. 10
    Receive final inspection and occupancy approval.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact department at 402-593-6400

Source: Community Development Department—Building Department ↗

Cash, check, and credit card accepted; credit card convenience fee: 3% of transaction with $2 minimum; e-check: $3 for transactions up to $10,000, $10 for transactions over $10,000; political subdivisions levying property taxes within La Vista may request fee waiver in writing to City Administrator at time of application

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

• 402-331-4343 or 402-593-6400 (phone)

Inspection hours

City Hall hours (Monday-Friday, standard business hours); confirm current inspection windows with department

Typical sequence: Building inspectors perform on-site inspections for all new construction, alterations, renovations, and repairs within city limits and ETJ; specific sequence includes footing, framing, rough-in trades, and final