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1. How do I report a problem or complaint?

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1. What is the design wind and snow load in Blair's jurisdiction?
2. Is draft stopping required in residential construction?
3. Does the underside of the stairway in a new residential dwelling need drywall?
4. How much lower can the landing for the front entry of a dwelling be below the door's threshold?
5. Can the exiting into the garage be your required exit?
6. Are requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) enforcing in Blair?
7. Does the ADA include specific counter height requirements for businesses?
8. ** Egress Window Sizes **
9. ** When are guardrails required on decks? **
10. ** Manufactured Homes **

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1. What is the purpose for building/zoning codes?

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1. How much advance notice is required to schedule an inspection?

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1. When is a building permit required?
2. How much does a permit cost?
3. How long does it take to process a permit?
4. Do I have to remove old layers of roof material when I am applying a new roof?
5. When does a structure require footings?
6. When are footings to be inspected?
7. Do I need a permit to perform electrical services in my own home?
8. If the City issues me a building permit, but the Building Inspector finds violations when performing an inspection, does having a permit make those violations allowable?
9. How soon must I begin work once I have received a permit?
10. When is it required to have building plans and drawings stamped by an engineer or architect licensed in Nebraska?
11. When are emergency egress windows required in single family homes?

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1. Can I change the zoning designation of my property?
2. What height fence can I install in my yard?
3. What businesses can I operate on my property?
4. What are setbacks?
5. Is a chicken wire type fence allowed in the City of Blair?
6. Can I install my fence on my property line?
7. Are their regulations concerning required parking for various building uses?
8. What is an accessory building?
9. How many accessory buildings can I have on my property?
10. Can an accessory structure or garage be built on a vacant lot?
11. How close to the property line along an alley can an accessory structure or garage be built?

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1. How do I apply for a Handgun Purchase Permit?