Building Inspector

YES...

When your project involves:

An addition or change to the exterior or interior of your home

Any type of electrical, heating or plumbing work

Culverts or driveways

Build a new storage shed, farm building, garage, deck, house or boathouse

For exterior work, you need a permit to:

Change the size of window or door openings

Install a new swimming pool (above or in-ground), either temporary or permanent

Add a screened porch

Install a hot tub

For interior work, you need a permit to:

Install a hot tub or whirlpool

Alter a bathroom or kitchen

Install or replace a furnace or hot water heater

Install or replace a central air conditioner

Install or replace a fireplace

Add new electrical outlets

Finish your basement

Any interior alterations

Permits are required by Town Ordinances and Wisconsin Statutes. If you don't get one when you should, the Town can impose a fine for the violation for every day the work is not in compliance. This can be expensive.

The permit and accompanying inspections are to assure you that the work is up to code and safe. Projects not done according to code can affect your home's insurability and potential sale.

No...

When your project involves:

Painting the exterior or interior of your building

Pouring a concrete patio or walkway

Installing gutters and downspouts

Installing storm windows and screens

Re-roofing

Fences

Any questions...Contact the Town Building Inspector