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Town of Cumberland, WI permit planning guide
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Building Permit Application
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Zoning Permit / Land Use Application
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Fence Permit Application
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Deck / Porch Permit Application
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Accessory Structure / Shed Permit Application
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Garage / Carport Permit Application
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Electrical Permit Application
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Plumbing Permit Application
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HVAC / Mechanical Permit Application
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Official references
Official sources for Town of Cumberland, WI
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Reference excerpts
Source excerpts for Town of Cumberland, WI
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City of Cumberland - General
____________MUNICIPAL CODE____________Published by Order of the Board of Aldermen____________ORDINANCE NO. 499AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE GENERAL ORDINANCESOF THE CITY OF CUMBERLAND, WISCONSINWHEREAS, it is deemed expedient and necessary that the Municipal Code of the City of Cumberland be brought up-to-date; andWHEREAS, ordinances adopted through Ordinance #497, dated July 7, 1992, and changes necessitated by changes in State law have now been incorporated into the Municipal Code; andWHEREAS, a copy of such amended Code has been on file and open for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk-Treasurer for not less than 2 weeks, as required by §66.035, Wis. Stats., and notice thereof was given by publication on August 19, 1992, in the Cumberland Advocate;NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Cumberland ordains as follows:Section 1. That the Code of Ordinances in book form entitled, "Municipal Code of the City of Cumberland, Wisconsin," as amended, shall be and hereby is adopted as the general ordinances in and for the City of Cumberland, Wisconsin.Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect the day after passage and publication as provided by law.PASSED, ADOPTED AND
Untitled · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Cumberland - CHAPTER 13 - MUNICIPAL UTILITIES
(1)DEFINITIONS. Unless the context specifically indicates otherwise, the meaning of terms used in this section shall be as follows:(a)Approving Authority. The City Council or its authorized board, agent or representative.(b)BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand). The quantity of oxygen expressed in parts per million by weight, utilized in the biochemical oxidation of organic matter under standard laboratory conditions in 5 days at 20°C. The laboratory determinations shall be made in accordance with procedures set forth in "Standard Methods".(c)Building Drain. That part of the lowest horizontal piping of a drainage system which receives the discharge from soil, waste and other drainage pipes inside the walls of the building and conveys it to the building sewer, beginning a distance of 5 feet outside the inner face of the building wall.(d)Building Sewer. The extensions from the building drain to the public sewer or other place of disposal, also called "house connection".(e)Chemical Elements and Compounds that are typically found in wastewater and may be regulated by this ordinance, include, but are not limited to:AldrinC 12 H 8 C1 6ArsenicAsAmmonia NitrogenNH 3BenzeneC 6 H 6Benzo (a) Anthra
13.02 - SANITARY SEWER USE AND SERVICE CHARGES. (Rep. & recr. #442; Am. #650; #740; #746) · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Cumberland - General
1.01Form of Government1.011City Administrator/Utilities Manager1.012Office of City Clerk and Office of City Treasurer1.02City Boundaries1.025Wards1.03Aldermanic Districts1.04Elected Officials1.05Appointed Officers1.06Comptroller Abolished1.07Street Commissioner Abolished1.08Board of Public Works Abolished1.085Designation of Certain Classes of Public Construction1.09Municipal Judge and Municipal Court1.10Board of Review1.11Utility Committee1.12Library Board1.13Plan Commission1.14Board of Zoning Appeals1.15Cemetery Commission1.16Salaries and Compensation1.17Official Newspaper1.18Removal of City Officers and Employees for Cause1.19Public Records
Untitled · p. 3 · Open sourceCity of Cumberland - General
The City of Cumberland, Wisconsin, operates under the Mayor-Council form of government under Ch. 62, Wis. Stats.
Untitled · p. 4 · Open sourceCity of Cumberland - General
(1)OFFICE OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR. In order to provide the City of Cumberland with a more efficient, effective, and responsible government under a system of Mayor and Common Council (hereinafter referred to as "Council") at a time when city government is becoming increasingly complex, there is hereby created the Office of City Administrator for the City of Cumberland (hereinafter referred to as "Administrator"). All reference to the Administrator in any other part of the Municipal Code of the City of Cumberland or other City policy documents shall now hereby apply to the position of "City Administrator."(2)APPOINTMENT, TERM OF OFFICE, AND REMOVAL. The Administrator shall be appointed on the basis of merit with due regard to training, experience, administrative ability, and general fitness for the office by a majority vote of the Council. The Administrator shall hold office for an indefinite term subject to removal at any time by a majority vote of the Council. This section, however, shall not preclude the Council from establishing other employment terms and conditions not inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance or the Municipal Code of the City of Cumberland.(3)FUNCTIO
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(1)APPOINTMENT NOT TO BE GOVERNED BY STATUTES. The City of Cumberland, pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 62.09 and 66.0101 hereby elects not to be governed by those portions of Wis. Stat. Ch. 62 which are in conflict of this Section.(2)OPTION TO COMBINE OFFICES. The offices of City Clerk and City Treasurer may be consolidated and the duties of both offices performed by the person appointed as City Clerk-Treasurer.(3)DUTIES OF CITY CLERK. The City Clerk shall be responsible for performing those duties required by Wis. Stat. § 62.09(11) and for duties identified in the job description of the position to include, but not be limited to:(a)Perform all election duties as required by Wisconsin Statute and keep and maintain all election records and all property used in conjunction with holding of elections;(b)Publish all legal notices unless otherwise provided, file, and preserve all contracts, bonds, oaths of office, and other documents not required to be filed elsewhere;(c)Issue all licenses required by ordinance or statute except as otherwise provided;(d)Prepare the tax roll and tax notices required by the State of Wisconsin;(e)Attend meetings, take minutes, and maintain files for the Common Co
Untitled · p. 6 · Open sourceQuestions people ask
Cumberland permit FAQ
Where do I start for a project in Town of Cumberland, WI?
Start with the property address. The parcel determines whether municipal, county, state, shoreland, floodplain, sanitary, transportation, or special-district approvals can apply.
Who handles building permits in Cumberland?
A building office is not listed here. Use the address check to confirm the issuing office before relying on a form.
Who handles zoning approval in Town of Cumberland, WI?
Zoning administration may sit with the municipality or county. Confirm the parcel authority before relying on statewide guidance.
Are the fees and forms on this page final?
No. Adopted fees, application versions, issuing offices, and required attachments can change. Verify the current official source before filing or paying a fee.
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