The setbacks are determined by the zoning classification of the property. If you already know the zoning classification of your land, you can look up the setbacks and permitted uses in the Marion County Land Development Code. Click on the Land Development Code link in the right-hand column. If you are unsure what the zoning classification is of your land, give our office a call.

If you know the zoning classification of your land, you can look up the approved land uses in the Marion County Land Development Code. Click on the Land Development Code link in the right-hand column.

Yes, you will need to apply for a permit for a shed. You can apply for a permit by using the permit application found on the Building Department homepage. Or you can visit the Growth Management Bureau building and apply for a permit in person.

You need to call our office for a flood determination. If your parcel is located in the 100-year flood plain, you need to obtain an elevation survey. Your structure must be built [1]-foot above the base flood elevation.

No, Marion County does not have a fence ordinance. However, if you are building a concrete wall you will need a permit.

A permit is needed to cut down trees on any COMMERCIAL property. Call or visit our office for more information.

Call us so we can help you make this determination. Before you call, have all of the property identification information available.

If your property is a parcel of record as of January 1, 1992, it may be eligible for a family division. Call us and we’ll check on it for you.

You need to check with the Planning Department to find out the Land Use of your parcel. If you have a Commercial Land Use, you may apply with the Zoning Department to change the zoning to a commercial designation. If not, you need to apply for a Land Use Amendment through the Planning Department first.

You can apply for a non-residential farm building review with us. The first thing we will need to confirm is that the structure will only be used for agricultural purposes. The cost for a non-residential farm building review is a $20.00. Call the Zoning Department and make an appointment to see us. (Click here for our staff directory.)

Marion County does not impose a limit on the number of dogs you can have. If you groom, breed, raise, board, or train animals for income you will need to apply for a Special Use Permit for the purpose of a kennel.