A permit is required for residential projects including building a new home, constructing an addition; interior remodeling; modifications or new mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems and private utilities; new or modifications/repairs to a detached accessory building, fence, driveway, sports court, deck, porch, steps or stairs, a swimming pool, hot tub, and residential communication structures. Permits are also required for tearing down or razing a building and for any land disturbance activities such as regarding your property or constructing a berm.
The cost of the permit will be calculated during the plan review based on the scope of the project in accordance with the current residential permit fees. Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received and may take up to 10 business days to process upon submittal of a complete application.
Permit Applications and Guidelines
Contact the Building Inspection Department at 262.694.9304 or [email protected] with any questions regarding the following applications:
Addition or Alteration Application
Accessory Structure Application (Detached Garage, Shed, Carport Gazebo or Pergola)
Decks, Porches, Steps or Stairs Application
Early Start Application-for new dwelling unit
Electrical Permit Application
Hot Tub Application
HVAC Permit Application
New Manufactured Home Application
New Single Family Home Application
New Two Family Building Application
Plumbing Permit Application
Razing Structure Permit Application
Repair Permit Application
Roofing or Siding Permit Application
Swimming Pool-Above Ground Application
Swimming Pool-Inground Application
Contact the Community Development Department at 262.925.6726 or [email protected] with any questions regarding the following applications:
Driveway/Culvert Application