The Planning, Zoning, and Natural Resources Office is responsible for managing the physical growth of the unincorporated area of the County. The Lake County Comprehensive Development Plan is the official document used to guide decisions on land use matters. The comprehensive plan is designed to anticipate and deal constructively with changes occurring within the County.

Components of the plan include population trends and forecasts, land use analysis, transportation, public facilities, natural and environmental resources, and future development plan. The comprehensive plan is a "blueprint" for the future development of the County. Zoning and subdivision ordinances are specific regulations intended to carry out the plan.

Daily responsibilities of the department include enforcement of the zoning and subdivision regulations and issuance of zoning and building permits. Ordinances governing nuisances, solid waste disposal, and flood plain management are also administered by the department.

Staff

Carrie Schiernbeck

Planning, Zoning, and Natural Resources Officer Send an Email

Contact Information

Main Office

Address:
Lake County Zoning
200 E Center St
Madison SD 57042

Phone:
605-256-7610

Weekly Walk In Office Hours

Monday 9 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 1 pm - 4 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
Friday 9 am - 4 pm
*All other hours are by appointment only.
Please note this is a 1 person office. There are times in which the office is closed due to staffing. If you want a guarantee that someone will be available, it is highly recommended that you call ahead and make an appointment.

Announcements

CUP / Variance Deadline - 4/1/2024
Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Complete applications due for CUPs and Variances to be considered at the 4/16/24 meeting

Plat Deadline - 3/25/2024
Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Complete applications due for Plats to be considered at 4/2/24 meeting

March - License Plate Renewal F/G/J
Friday, March 1, 2024

Vehicle License plate renewal for vehicle owners with the FIRST letter in their LAST NAME that begins with F or G or J.

Tax Assessment Freeze Program Deadline
Friday, March 1, 2024

Elderly and disabled South Dakotans have until April 1, 2023 to apply for property tax relief under South Dakota's Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled Program. Applications are available at the local treasurer offices and on the Department of Revenue's website here.

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