Permits

We've compiled a list of typical permits and licenses and the county agency that generally issues each.

Some counties may or may not require specific permits or licenses, or may require more than what is listed. Please check with your local county auditor for additional information or specific application forms.

Beer and Liquor Permits
County Auditor
inside city limits, please check with the City Clerk's office
Birth Certificates
County Recorder
Boat, Snowmobile, and ATV Registration
County Recorder
Building Permits
County Planning & Zoning Department
Cigarette Permits
County Auditor
inside city limits, please check with the City Clerk's office
Death Certificates
County Recorder
Drainage Tile Crossing Permits (in Right of Way)
County Engineer
Farm and Field Entrance Permits
County Engineer
Fireworks Permits
County Board of Supervisors
Habitat Stamps
County Recorder
Hunting and Fishing Licenses
County Recorder
Marriage Licenses
County Recorder
Oversized Load Moving Permits
County Engineer
Passports
Various
please check with your county
Peddlers Permits
County Sheriff
Petitions for Drainage District Repairs
County Board of Supervisors
Trapping Permit (Beavers)
County Auditor
Utility Location Permits (in Right of Way)
County Engineer
Weapons Permits (to purchase or carry)
County Sheriff
Well Permits and Septic Systems
County Sanitation Department

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Dallas County

Julia Helm
Adel, Iowa

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