Seward County has adopted zoning regulations and building codes.  Contractors performing work in Seward County are required to be licensed and must obtain building permits and inspections. 

The Planning and Zoning Department can perform septic inspections and water tests for lender evaluations.

Floodplain maps for unincorporated Seward County are available in the Planning and Zoning office.

There is a 7 member advisory board that assists with planning and zoning.  Minutes of the board meetings are available here.