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1. What projects do I need a building permit for?

A building permit is required for any new construction or relocation of buildings, including mobile homes and any structures such as sheds or buildings 200 square feet or greater. Building permits will also be required for interior construction or reconstruction.

2. What codes have been adopted by Lawrence County?

The 2012 IRC Residential Code, 2012 International Property Maintenance Code, 2012 International Mechanical Code, 2012 Fire Code, and all appropriate amendments and additions to those codes are all codes that have been adopted by Lawrence County.

3. What are the regulations for septic systems?

All septic systems in Lawrence County need a septic permit first, then you will need to obtain a Registered Professional Engineer to design your septic system. Both of these items must take place prior to the issuance of a building permit.

The fee for the Septic Permit Application is $10.

4. What can and cannot be sent to an inmate?

Undergarments

The inmate may have undergarments brought in from the outside. Please mark each item with the inmate's name in black permanent marker. These garments must be white (no exceptions) and the inmate is only allowed three undergarments of each type:

• Bra (Bras cannot have any underwires)
• T-shirts (long or short sleeved)
• Underwear

Medications

The inmate may have his or her medication while incarcerated. The medications must be presented to the jail in this manner:

• The medication must be in the bottle or package it came in.
• The medication must have the original prescription label on the bottle or package.

Mail

Mail cannot be brought to the Sheriff's Office. Mail must go through the postal system. No package or letter will be accepted by hand delivery. All mail must be addressed in the following manner and must include a valid return address:
Lawrence County Jail
Attn: Inmate's Name
P.O. Box 405
Deadwood, SD 57732

5. What is an occupancy permit?

A document showing that all required inspections have been completed, passed, and that the structure is safe for occupancy.