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Building Permits in Ottumwa, Iowa

Part of Wapello County.

We have not yet verified rules published by Ottumwa itself. Below are the Iowa rules that apply, and where to ask.

Where to apply

Permits in Ottumwa are issued by the city's building or planning department. If the city does not run its own permit office, Wapello County handles applications.

Permit guides