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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…