Permits & Applications

Regulations -    *24 hour notice is required for building/project inspection*

Building permits are required for:

• Accessory buildings
• Finishing previously unfinished spaces
• New construction
• Patios/Decks
• Added front yard parking - learn more. Permit application: Minor Site Improvement Plan
• Fences
• Egress Windows
• Remodeling that includes structural, electrical or plumbing changes

Additional regulations are listed in the City of Sioux Center Code of Ordinances (PDF).

Application Information 

**ONLINE SUBMISSION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED**

Available ONLINE applications and documents include:

• Building Permit online form- For remodels and small construction projects.
• Residential Permit online form- For new residential construction projects
• Commercial Permit online form- For new commercial construction projects
• Food Truck Permit online form
• Temporary Sign Permit Application 

Available applications and documents to print and mail include:

• Building Permit Application (PDF) - For remodels and small construction projects.
• Commercial Building Permit (PDF) - For commercial building projects.
• Residential Building Permit (PDF) - For new residential building projects.
• Sign Permit Application (PDF)
• Food Truck Permit (PDF)
• Temporary Use Permit Application (PDF) - For Carnival, Fair, Craft Show, Fireworks, Outdoor Activities and other temporary uses
• Site Improvement Plan
  • Major Site Improvement Plan
  • Minor Site Improvement Plan
• Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)
• Board of Adjustment Application (PDF) - For special exceptions or variances to the Zoning Ordinance (PDF)
• Appeal to the Planning & Zoning Commission (PDF) - Application is for rezoning requests or use-of-property appeal.

Applications need to be completed and returned to the building, planning and energy office for approval at:
335 1st Avenue NW
Sioux Center, IA 51250
For More Information or if you have any questions regarding permits, please contact Kris or Cathy at 712-722-0761.