Prior to construction, reconstruction, alteration,or change of use of a structure or lot, a zoning permit must be obtained. Certain uses are exempt from the zoning permit. Contact the Public Works department to find out if you are exempt.
If you build without a permit, an additional inspection fee will be assessed.
Forms and Information for Building in the County
These forms are available online for your convenience, but may not contain all of the information necessary to complete an application. You are advised to contact the County Public Works Department before filing.
NOTICE: If any part of the preprinted text of a form is modified, deleted or added to, the form is no longer valid to be submitted.
- Approved Septic Tanks (2803 downloads)
- Building Code Enforcement Area Map (2830 downloads)
- Building Permit Application (3738 downloads)
- Building Permit Plan Submittal Requirements (2371 downloads)
- Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria (Snow Loads) (2730 downloads)
- Driveway Permit Application (2087 downloads)
- Flood Hazard Standards (1621 downloads)
- Flood Plain Development Permit (1981 downloads)
- Rules and Regulations - Division of Land (2149 downloads)
- Rules and Regulations - Small Wastewater Facilities (Septic) (2113 downloads)
- Rules and Regulations - Zoning (2471 downloads)
- Rules Relating to Building Standards (2428 downloads)
- Septic Permit Application (278 downloads)
- Sheridan County Land Use Fee Schedule (1547 downloads)
- Zoning Permit Application (2362 downloads)
For clarification on any of the above mentioned policies and resolutions, we advise that you contact the Public Works Department for additional information.
