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Did you just purchase property and need an address? Are you adding a new home to your property? The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office is... More… Did you just purchase property and need an address? Are you adding a new home to your property? The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office is responsible for issuing all addresses in Lawrence County. Addresses are not valid unless issued by the office. Forms are available below to help you get started in obtaining a new address for your property, changing your existing addresses or naming a road outside of a platted subdivision. There is also a checklist of required items to turn in with your request for a new physical address. Having all the information will help to expedite your request.Less…

It shall be unlawful to engage in business in the county as a contractor without first having obtained a license, unless the... More… It shall be unlawful to engage in business in the county as a contractor without first having obtained a license, unless the construction is on the permittee’s primary residence or an existing commercial structure under his or her direct ownership. However, if the improvements to the commercial property constitute a structural improvement, a licensed contractor will be required, regardless of ownership.Less…

A Septic System permit shall be required prior to the installation or modification of any wastewater treatment system. All systems in... More… A Septic System permit shall be required prior to the installation or modification of any wastewater treatment system. All systems in Lawrence County shall be designed by a Professional Engineer and installed by a State Licensed Installer. Less…

Building Permit Application

In addition to structural development, a permit for development in the floodplain includes but is not limited to mining, filling,... More… In addition to structural development, a permit for development in the floodplain includes but is not limited to mining, filling, grading, excavating, roads, bridges, culverts, altering or relocating stream channels, storage of materials including gas or liquid storage tanks, and placement of water and septic/sewer systems. Any structural development in the floodplain may be required to be studied by a Registered Professional Engineer at the landowner’s expense.Less…

An application for a change or addition to present zoning districts as shown on the Official Zoning Map. This application may be filed... More… An application for a change or addition to present zoning districts as shown on the Official Zoning Map. This application may be filed with the Planning & Zoning Department. Applications may be filed by a landowner of record for a requested change to alter the zoning on all or a part of his/her property. Less…

Appeal means a request for a review of the Planning and Zoning Administrator's interpretation of any provisions of the ordinance or a... More… Appeal means a request for a review of the Planning and Zoning Administrator's interpretation of any provisions of the ordinance or a request for a variance. The Board of Adjustment is also the County Commission in Lawrence County. The Board of Adjustment may, in appropriate cases and subject to appropriate conditions and safeguards, grant variances, and hear appeals to the terms of the regulations in harmony with the general purpose and intent and in accordance with general and specific rules contained in the Ordinances. Less…

Nuisances are reviewed on a complaint basis only, we must receive a signed complaint form to review the nuisance. All nuisances are... More… Nuisances are reviewed on a complaint basis only, we must receive a signed complaint form to review the nuisance. All nuisances are reviewed by Lawrence County Code Enforcement Officer, Jeff Schroeder in conjunction with the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office and the Lawrence COunty State's Attorney. Less…

Use this form for general questions or specific requests

This permit shall provide for special uses which help to promote and maintain local agricultural tourism operations located along the... More… This permit shall provide for special uses which help to promote and maintain local agricultural tourism operations located along the Lower/Upper Valley areas near the City Limits of Spearfish (see Ag Tourism Overlay District)Less…

A home occupation is a gainful occupation or profession conducted by member of the immediate family residing on the premises and, no... More… A home occupation is a gainful occupation or profession conducted by member of the immediate family residing on the premises and, no more than two (2) additional employees in all zoning districts. The home occupation shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed structure and no stock in trade shall be displayed outside the enclosed structure. Other than an approved home occupation sign, no alteration to the property or any structure thereon shall indicate that it is being utilized in whole or in part for any purpose other than residential use.Less…

Signs Regulations are in place in order to establish effective local regulation of outdoor advertising so as to promote the health,... More… Signs Regulations are in place in order to establish effective local regulation of outdoor advertising so as to promote the health, safety and general welfare of those persons using and residing adjacent to public right-of-ways. Lawrence County's authority to regulate signs, billboards, and other advertising is specified in SDCL Ch. 31-29. In any zoning district where signs are allowed, a Lawrence County Sign Permit shall be required unless otherwise stated.Less…

The Board of Adjustment (also the County Commission) shall hear variances and shall not vary the regulations unless it shall make... More… The Board of Adjustment (also the County Commission) shall hear variances and shall not vary the regulations unless it shall make findings based upon the evidence presented, specific to each case. Less…

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A Development Plan Review shall be required in any zoning district when the original use of the land is changing, and/or an existing... More… A Development Plan Review shall be required in any zoning district when the original use of the land is changing, and/or an existing use is being expanded. Less…

The regulations, restrictions, areas, and boundaries set forth in these Zoning Ordinances may, from time to time, be amended,... More… The regulations, restrictions, areas, and boundaries set forth in these Zoning Ordinances may, from time to time, be amended, supplemented, revised, or repealed as conditions warrant by using the Ordinance Amendment procedure. Less…

This permit is intended to provide for the regulation and permitting of uses and associated improvements on private property, which are... More… This permit is intended to provide for the regulation and permitting of uses and associated improvements on private property, which are not so recurring in nature to constitute a permanent use. Less…

All plats are due for review 22 days prior to the regularly scheduled P & Z meeting. Each plat must have a plat application and a... More… All plats are due for review 22 days prior to the regularly scheduled P & Z meeting. Each plat must have a plat application and a filled out checklist for each application. It is the surveyors responsibility to assure the submitted document meets the requirements set out in the Ordinances. Staff is reviewing the documents for compliance, but will not be a document editor. If staff deems the documents do not meet requirements they will pull them from the agenda and you will be required to re-submit.Less…