SUSAN LEAHY
Building Inspector
N5988 County Road A
Green Lake WI 54941
Phone: (920) 229-6360
Email: gvinspection@gmail.com
Office Hours
January - March - By Appointment
April - November - Wednesday - 8:00 am to 9:00 am
December - By Appointment
Inspection - By appointment
Town of Brooklyn residents that are completing home projects of $2,000 or more in material costs need to complete a building permit. Any questions, please contact the Building Inspector.
Give Susan a call to determine which permit applies to your construction, replacement or remodeling project.
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