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1. How do I apply for a variance (VAR) for my property?

To apply for a Variance (VAR) you can contact our office by telephone at 605-578-3871 or you can email the Planning and Zoning department for the appropriate forms. You can also have these forms mailed of faxed to you, for more information please contact the Planning and Zoning department.

The forms must be completed in detail so that all of the legal requirements are met to schedule the variance hearings. 

Variances cost $250. 

Variances can not automatically be granted. Each applicant must be able to substantiate that their property is unique or different and that there would be a practical hardship which is not self-imposed if the variance is not granted.

2. How do I apply for a change of zoning (COZ)?

To view the forms for applying for a change of zoning (COZ) (PDF) you can contact the Planning and Zoning department by phone at 605-578-3871 or email the Planning and Zoning department for the needed forms. The forms can be mailed or faxed to you and they must be completed in detail so that all of the legal requirements are met to schedule the COZ hearings.

The charge to apply for a change of zoning is $350.

3. How do I apply for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP)?

Just contact our office by telephone at 605-578-3871 or email the Planning and Zoning department. These forms can either be mailed or faxed to you and must be completed in detail so that all of the legal requirements are met to schedule the CUP hearings.

Conditional use permits cost $350.

4. How do I apply for a planned unit development (PUD)?

Just contact our office by telephone at 605-578-3871 or email the Planning and Zoning department. These forms can either be mailed or faxed to you and must be completed in detail so that all of the legal requirements are met to schedule the PUD hearings.

5. How do I apply for a temporary use permit (TUP)?

Just contact our office by telephone at 605-578-3871 or you can email the Planning and Zoning department for the forms. This permit shall be filled out in its entirety and shall be approved by the Planning and Zoning office prior to the activity taking place if the administrator is not comfortable with the issuance of a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) all TUPs may be heard by the County Commission. A TUP is a very specific application for an event related to:

• Bathrooms
• Garbage
• Hours of operation
• Noise
• Parking
• Other items

6. Where do I get the information I need about adjoining property owners that must be notified of my request for a variance, change of zoning, conditional use permit, or a planned unit development?

The information is provided by the Planning and Zoning office as part of your packets when you apply for these permits.

7. Where do I get permits for utilities improvements or approaches?

All permits need to be approved by the Lawrence County Highway Superintendent and all permit applications are available at their office, for more information please call the County Highway Superintendent at 605-578-2183.

All utilities or improvements, to include approaches, proposed to be located in a county right-of-way must be approved by the county before installation is made.