License & Permit Applications

1. Amusement Licenses

   Any person, firm, partnership, corporation or other entity seeking to obtain an amusement license for a public event to be held outside the limits of any incorporated city or village in Lancaster County, shall comply with the conditions and limitations set forth in the Lancaster County Guidelines for Obtaining an Amusement License for Public Event.

2. Direct Deposit Form for Vendor (PDF)

   Access the Direct Deposit Form for Vendors.

3. Liquor Licenses

   To sell liquor from your establishment, you must first apply for a liquor license.

4. Locksmith Certificates

   Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute 28-1403, all locksmiths are required to hold a valid registration certificate issued by the county clerk in the county in which the locksmith's business is located.

5. Marriage Licenses

   Obtaining a marriage license is required before getting married in Lancaster County.

6. Special Designated License (SDL)

   A Special Designated License (SDL) is a license for a special event whereby alcoholic liquors will be sold.

7. Special Events Permit

   Please obtain a Special Events Permit from the County before holding any type of special event that is open to public participation.

8. Tobacco Licenses

   The Lancaster County Clerk's Office issues tobacco licenses only for establishments located outside of the incorporated limits of any city, town or village.

9. Vacation or Abandonment of Public Roads

   Discover information about Vacation or Abandonment of Public Roads initiated by petition.