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Town of Sun Prairie, 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 Sun Prairie, WI
Statewide sources describe the governing code regime. Locally verified sources identify the actual issuing office, form, or adopted schedule.
Reference excerpts
Source excerpts for Town of Sun Prairie, WI
These excerpts provide context from official materials associated with this municipality.
City of Sun Prairie - Title 9 - PUBLIC PEACE AND WELFARE
The following statutes defining offenses against the peace and good order of the state are adopted by reference to define offenses against the peace and good order of the city provided the penalty for commission of such offenses hereunder shall be limited to a forfeiture imposed under the general penalty provisions of this code of ordinances. Any future amendments, revisions or modifications of the statutes incorporated herein by reference are intended to be made part of this code.118.07Safety Requirements118.08School Zones; Crossings118.09Safety Zones118.10School Safety Patrols118.105Control of Traffic on School Premises118.11School Fences118.123Reports and Records125.07(4)(a)Underage Drinking—Procures or Attempts to Procure125.07(4)(b)Underage Drinking—Possess or Consume125.085(3)(b)Identification Card Violation125.09(2)School-related Possession of Alcohol134.65Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retailer License134.66Restriction on Sale or Gift of Cigarettes or Tobacco Products167.32Safety at Sporting Events175.25Illegal Storage of Junked Vehicles254.76Careless Smoking254.92Purchase or Possession of Cigarettes or Tobacco Products by Person Under 18 Prohibited256.35(10)(a)False 911 Ca
9.04.010 - Offenses against state laws subject to forfeiture · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Sun Prairie - TITLE 19 - FIRE DEPARTMENT AND FIRE PREVENTION CODE
No person shall impede the progress of the fire engine or fire truck or other fire apparatus of the Sun Prairie fire department along the streets or alleys of such city at the time of a fire or when the fire department of the city is using such streets or alleys in response to a fire alarm or for practice.(Ord. No. 947, § 6, 3-19-2024)
19.01.010 - Impeding fire equipment prohibited · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Sun Prairie - General
CITY OF SUN PRAIRIE2002A Codification of the General Ordinancesof the city of Sun Prairie, WisconsinEdited, Indexed and Published by:Municipal Code Corporation commencing with Supplement No. 8 in 2004PrefaceThe Sun Prairie Municipal Code, originally published by Matthew Bender and Company, successor in interest to Book Publishing Company in 2001, has been kept current by regular supplementation.During original codification, the ordinances were compiled, edited and indexed by the editorial staff of Matthew Bender and Company under the direction of Diane Hermann-Brown, City Clerk.The Code is organized by subject matter under an expandable three-factor decimal numbering system which is designed to facilitate supplementation without disturbing the numbering of existing provisions. Each section number designates, in sequence, the numbers of the title, chapter, and section. Thus, Section 2.04.010 is Section .010, located in Chapter 2.04 of Title 2. In most instances, sections are numbered by tens (.010, .020, .030, etc.), leaving nine vacant positions between original sections to accommodate future provisions. Similarly, chapters and titles are numbered to provide for internal expansion.
Untitled · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Sun Prairie - Title 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
In accordance with the ward plan promulgated by the common council, the city shall consist of thirty (30) wards, the respective boundaries of which are described in Exhibit A, dated May 3, 2022, attached to ordinance codified in this section and available on file in the city clerk's office.(Ord. No. 889, § 1, 5-3-2022; Ord. No. 868, § 1, 11-2-2021; Ord. 476, § 1, 9-20-2011; Ord. 2001-14 § 2 (part), 2001)
1.08.010 - Ward boundaries · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Sun Prairie - Title 18 - IMPACT FEES
The purpose of this title is to impose impact fees in accordance with Section 66.0617, Wisconsin Statutes, as a condition of an approval granted for the development of land, to be expended as capital costs by the city in the provision of public facilities required to meet the demands for public services by the new development. The requirements of this title are in addition to the requirements of Title 16, entitled "Subdivisions," and other applicable ordinances.(Ord. 565, § 1, 6-17-2014; Ord. 189, § 1, 4-19-2005)
18.04.010 - Purpose · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Sun Prairie - Title 12 - STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACES
No person shall encroach upon or in any way obstruct or encumber any street, alley, sidewalk, public grounds, or land dedicated to public use, or any part thereof, or permit such encroachment or encumbrance to be placed or remain on any public way adjoining the premises of which he or she is the owner or occupant, except as provided in Sections 12.16.020 and 12.16.030.(Prior code § 6-2-5(a))
12.16.010 - Obstructions and encroachments prohibited · p. 1 · Open sourceQuestions people ask
Sun Prairie permit FAQ
Where do I start for a project in Town of Sun Prairie, 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 Sun Prairie?
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 Sun Prairie, 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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