Hardin County Planning & Zoning
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) |
| What permits are needed needed when building a new house? |
| How do I get a 911 address? |
| Do I need a permit for a structure other than a home? |
| Are there inspections required when building? |
| What is the minimum acreage required for building? |
Does Hardin county have flood plain maps?
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| Q. What permits are need when building a new house? |
Typically three permits are needed in Hardin County when building a new home:
Driveway permits must be obtained from the Engineer's Office. Check with the city hall if you are building within an incorporated town. |
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| Q. How do I get a 911 address? |
| You can obtain a 911 address by contacting the Sheriff's Office at 61-939-8189. |
| Q. Do I need a permit to build a structure other than a home? |
| Yes. Hardin County requires that a permit be obtained before any structure is erected, altered, constructed, reconstructed, or moved. |
| Q. Are there inspections required when building? |
Once the permit to build has been issued, no further inspections are needed. Hardin County does not have a building inspector. |
| Q. What is the minimum acreage required for building? |
| The minimum acreage required depends upon the zoning of the particular property. Typically, 2 acreas is the minimum size lot. |
| Q. Does Hardin County have flood plain maps? |
No. Hardin County does not currently have flood plain maps. |
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| For more information regarding zoning in Hardin County, contact the Zoning Administrator by email or call 641-858-5058. |
Zoning Contact Information
Phone: 641-858-5058
Fax: 641-858-3182
Hardin County Engineer's Office
708 - 16th Street
Eldora, Iowa 50627
Office Hours:
8:00am - 4:30pm
Monday - Friday
Zoning Administrator
Corliss (Cass) Vinton