A property owner must obtain permits for any addition or change to the exterior or interior of a structure or for any type of electrical, heating or plumbing work. Individuals constructing new buildings or taking over a new tenant space will also need to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy.
Common activities for which a permit is required (by Town Code or State Statute) include:
A permit is not required to:
replace windows or doors with those of similar style and size paint the exterior or interior of a structure reroof a structure install gutters and downspouts
If the Town discovers an active project without permits, it will require all work to stop at the site until the owner obtains the proper permits, for which the Town will charge double the regular fee. The Town can also fine an owner for every day that the work is not in compliance.
Download a permit application or obtain one at Town Hall during regular business hours. You may also need to obtain subcontractor permits for electrical, plumbing, or heating.
Building Permit Application
Subcontractor Permit Application
Fees for all permits may be doubled if work begins before permit is obtained.
Plans are needed for most projects other that repairs or replacements. Additional plans may be required for projects that must go before Plan Commission.
No building permits will be issued until all required documents are received:
1. Two (2) complete sets of building plans, including a site plan.
2. State-approved plans may be required for commercial projects, depending on the size of the project.
3. Verification of the current zoning district for the proposed building by the Community Development Department.
4. Site/grade elevation sheet.
5. Heat loss calculations.
6. Soil erosion control information.
7. Sanitary permit from Outagamie County if sewer service is not available.
8. Estimate of building cost and list of subcontractors with estimated cost of each.
Small additions, garages, and other minor remodeling projects can often be reviewed at the counter in Town Hall. Otherwise, most projects usually take about five business days to review.
You will receive your permit once your plans are approved and all payments are received.
You have two years to complete any work listed on the permit. Call for inspections as needed (listed below).
Cautionary Statement to Owners Obtaining Building Permits
Wisconsin Statutes requires municipalities to enforce the Uniform Dwelling Code by advising, if a contractor is hired to perform work under the building permit and is not bonded or insured as required, the following consequences might occur:
1. The owner may be held liable for any bodily injury to or death of others or for any damage to the property of others that arises out of the work performed under the building permit or that is caused by any negligence by the contractor that occurs in connection with the work performed under the building permit.
2. The owner may not be able to collect from the contractor any damages for loss sustained by the owner because of a violation by the contractor of one and two family dwelling code or an ordinance enacted, because of any bodily injury to or death of others or damage to the property of others that arises out of the work performed under the building permit or because of any bodily injury to or death of others or damage to the property of others that is caused by any negligence by the contractor that occurs in connection with the work performed under the building permit.
A property owner may need additional permits or approvals from other governmental agencies, which may include, but are not limited to:
Department of Commerce: building, HVAC and plumbing plans for commercial buildings
Department of Transportation: access permit, subdivision approval, storm water discharge permit, work in the right-of-way, highway setbacks for non-structural improvements
Department of Natural Resources: wetland or stream work permit, air quality permit, erosion control permit
Zoning Department: sanitary permit, conditional use permit for wetland, floodplain or shoreline work, airport special exception permit/aviation easement, variance, subdivision approval
Highway Department: access permit, work in right-of-way
Sanitary District: sewer and water hookup
Street Department: work in right-of-way
Utility Companies: electrical easements, natural gas easements, cable TV, telephone
Homeowners Associations: restrictive covenants, architectural reviews, limits on accessory buildings, increased setback
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Home Occupation Application
Seasonal / Temporary Pool Permit Application
Special Event / Grand Opening Application
Stormwater Management / Erosion Control Permit 2.2 MB
Stormwater Management / Erosion Control Finances
Required inspections are listed below in the typical order of construction, though your project may not require all of them. Please call for an inspection at least 48 hours in advance. Be prepared to provide your permit number, name, address and type of inspection requested.
Temporary Construction Power: meter socket, disconnect and ground fault protected receptacles
Footing Inspection: footing formed and any reinforcing steel is installed, prior to pouring concrete
Foundation Inspection: foundations walls poured, drain tile, gravel and below grade insulation is installed
Underground Plumbing: underground or under slab plumbing is installed but prior to cover
Frame and Roof Inspection: all walls, floors, roof and other framing installed
Electrical Service: before permanent meter is set
Plumbing Rough-In: after the above ground plumbing is installed
HVAC Rough-In: after vent and duct work is installed
Electrical Rough-In: after wiring is installed
Insulation Inspection: after insulation is installed, prior to installing wallboard
Drainage Plan Inspection: after final grading at building and lot corners
Final Inspection: after all work on approved plan has been completed.
If any violations are cited, they must be corrected within thirty (30) days. A final re-inspection will be scheduled. Occupancy will not be given until final inspection and a certificate of compliance is issued.
Building Plan Review Application
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