What does it mean if my property is located within the FEMA floodplain?

If the Floodplain Administrator determines your property is located within the FEMA Floodplain area you will be required to obtain a detailed flood study from a Professional Registered Engineer to prove your building will be located out of the floodplain, or you may need to determine elevation of the proposed site prior to issuance of a building permit.


It is possible for property to be determined to be considered unbuildable and you may want to take the time to look into this prior to buy a lot in Lawrence County. For more information please contact the Planning and Zoning department.

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1. What are the fees for applications in the County?
2. What is my property zoned?
3. What are the zoning categories in Lawrence County?
4. Does Lawrence County regulate the zoning in municipalities?
5. What are the uses allowed on my property?
6. I don't see the use I want on my property listed, what should I do?
7. Where are mobile homes permitted?
8. What are setbacks?
9. What is a utility easement?
10. I want to operate a business from my home, what permits do I need?
11. I intend to start a new business, where do I find information on where I can locate it and what permits do I need?
12. What are the county sign regulations?
13. How do I subdivide my property?
14. What does it mean if my property is located within the FEMA floodplain?
15. What does it mean if I am in the 3-mile jurisdiction for the city of Spearfish?