Code & Building

Functions

The Building Department ensures that new and remodel construction of residential and commercial buildings complies with the adopted building codes through plan review and on-site inspections.

Duties of the Building Official

The Building Official serves as the zoning administrator and the administration liaison to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Zoning Adjustment.

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2021 Le Mars Code of Ordinances 

Permits (print)

  1. Fence Permit (PDF)
  2. Fence-Adjoining Neighbor Consent Form (PDF)
  3. Mobile Food Vendor Application (PDF Fillable Form)
  4. Mobile Food Vendor Requirements
  5. Moving Permit (PDF)
  6. Sign Permit (PDF)
  7. Building Permit (PDF)
  8. Demolition Permit (PDF)
  9. Vacant Building Permit Application (PDF Fillable Form)

Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption

  1. 2015 Application for Tax Exemption (PDF)
  2. Urban Revitalization Tax Exemption Brochure (PDF)