Zoning Guide

Hot Springs Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Official references and local checks

Use the official references below to identify the rules that apply to your address, then confirm parcel-specific requirements with the local authority before filing an application.

Official references

Population:
3,336
County:
Fall River County
State building code:
No mandatory statewide code; local adoption(statewide default)
State ADU law:
No statewide override; local rules apply
FEMA flood map:
Search flood zones
Planning department:
City of Hot Springs Planning & Zoning
Municipal code:
View code online

Before you apply

  • Call the City of Hot Springs Planning & Zoning: (605) 745-3135
  • Search the municipal code for the chapter that covers your zoning district and proposed use.
  • Check FEMA flood zone for your parcel — flood-zone status changes setbacks, foundation requirements, and insurance.
  • Check your HOA CC&Rs and recorded deed restrictions — they are common in Hot Springs and frequently restrict ADUs, fences, and exterior changes beyond what zoning allows.

Key Zoning Facts

Local Zoning / Building Office
City of Hot Springs Planning & Zoning(605) 745-3135
Building Code Edition
2018 International Building Code (locally adopted)
ADU / Accessory Apartment
Verify by district

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Hot Springs

Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.

Federal

State — South Dakota

  • Building Code: No mandatory statewide code; local adoption
View South Dakota zoning overview

County — Fall River County

    City / Municipal

    The municipality's zoning ordinance, building-code enforcement, and local permits form the primary local layer of land-use regulation for your property.

    Overlay Districts

    No overlay districts identified.

    Private Restrictions

    • Private covenants, deed restrictions, condominium rules, or association rules can impose requirements beyond zoning.
    • Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.

    Statewide Context (South Dakota)

    Local data for Hot Springs is limited. The following state-level facts apply across South Dakota and are inherited by this page until city-specific details are verified.

    State Building Code
    No mandatory statewide code; local adoption
    State ADU Preemption
    No statewide override
    Coastal Zone
    No
    Wildfire Zones
    No

    ADU Rules in Hot Springs

    ADUs:Verify locally
    Max Size
    600 sq ft
    Max Height
    20 ft
    Rear Setback
    5 ft
    Side Setback
    5 ft
    Parking
    1 off-street space required
    Owner Occupancy
    Owner must occupy primary dwelling
    Permit Timeline
    2-4 weeks
    Full ADU rules for Hot Springs →

    Permit Costs & Timelines

    Check Current Permit Fees & Timelines

    Permit fees and review times can vary by project type, scope, valuation, and required approvals. Check the current schedule with the local permitting authority before filing.

    Check current Hot Springs permit information →

    Official Sources

    City-specific

    City of Hot Springs Planning & Zoninghotsprings-sd.comOfficial sourceHot Springs Municipal Codelibrary.municode.comOfficial source