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Town of Merrill, WI permit planning guide
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Local guidance available Reviewed July 20, 2026
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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 Merrill, WI
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Reference excerpts
Source excerpts for Town of Merrill, WI
These excerpts provide context from official materials associated with this municipality.
City of Merrill - Chapter 34 - TELECOMMUNICATIONS
The purpose of this article is to provide:(1)For the franchising and regulation of cable television systems within the city;(2)For the payment, of a fee and other valuable consideration, to the city for the use of city streets and other public ways in the construction and operation of cable television systems, and to compensate the city for costs associated therewith;(3)For the development of cable television as a means to improve communication between and among the citizens and public institutions of the city; and(4)Remedies and prescribe penalties for violation of this article and the franchise granted hereunder.(Code 1993, § 9-3-2)
Sec. 34-19. - Purpose · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Merrill - Chapter 28 - PARKS AND RECREATION
(a)Purpose. In order to protect the parks, parkways, recreational facilities and conservancy areas within the city from injury, damage or desecration, these regulations are enacted.(b)Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:Park means and includes all grounds, structures and watercourses which are or may be located within any area dedicated to the public use as a park, parkway, recreation facility or conservancy district in the city.(c)Specific regulations.(1)Littering prohibited. No person shall litter, dump or deposit any rubbish, refuse, earth or other material in any park or public waters, except in containers provided for that purpose. Where receptacles are not provided, all such litter shall be removed from the park by the person responsible for its presence and properly disposed of elsewhere in a lawful manner. It shall be unlawful for any person to dump or deposit any rubbish, refuse, earth or other material in any park containers provided for rubbish, refuse or garbage disposal, unless generated from the usage o
Sec. 28-1. - Park regulations · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Merrill - Chapter 18 - FINANCE
(a)There shall be a fee for processing checks made payable to the city that are returned unpaid because of insufficient funds in the account in question, the account is closed, or for any other reason. The fee shall be as established by the common council, from time to time, and as indicated on the schedule of licenses and fees appearing in chapter 16 of this Code.(b)Collection costs and attorneys' fees shall be added to the principal amounts of unpaid bills owed to the city that are placed with collection agencies.(Code 1993, § 3-1-1)
Sec. 18-19. - Fees for insufficient funds checks; reimbursement of collection costs · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Merrill - Chapter 2 - ADMINISTRATION
The city hereby elects to use the citation method of enforcement of ordinances. All city law enforcement officers and other city personnel charged with the responsibility of enforcing the provisions of this Code are hereby authorized pursuant to Wis. Stats. §§ 66.0113(1)(a) and 800.02(2) to issue citations for violations of this Code, including ordinances for which a statutory counterpart exists.(Code 1993, § 1-2-1)
Sec. 2-19. - Method of enforcement · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Merrill - Chapter 22 - HUMAN RIGHTS
It is hereby declared to be the policy of the city to assure equal opportunity to all persons to live in adequate housing facilities regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, disability, sexual preference, marital status of persons maintaining a household, familial status, lawful source of income, place of birth, or age, and, to that end, to prohibit discrimination in housing by any persons.(Prior Code, § 15.16.020; Code 1993, § 15-3-1; Ord. No. 94-29, 12-13-1994)
Sec. 22-19. - Statement on fair housing · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Merrill - Chapter 6 - ANIMALS
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:Animal means mammals, reptiles and birds.At large means to be off the premises of the owner and not under the control of some person by leash, but a dog or cat within an automobile of its owner, or in an automobile of any other person with the consent of the owner of said dog or cat, shall be deemed to be upon the owner's premises.Cat means any feline, regardless of age or sex.Cruel means causing unnecessary and excessive pain or suffering or unjustifiable injury or death.Dog means any canine, regardless of age or sex.Farm animal means any warm-blooded animal normally raised on farms in the United States and used for food or fiber.Law enforcement officer means and includes the definition contained in Wis. Stats. § 967.02(5), and also includes the term "humane officer" under Wis. Stats. § 173.03, but does not include the term "conservation warden" appointed under Wis. Stats. § 23.10.Neutered means a dog or cat having nonfunctional reproductive organs.Owner means any person owning, harboring or keep
Sec. 6-1. - Definitions · p. 1 · Open sourceQuestions people ask
Merrill permit FAQ
Where do I start for a project in Town of Merrill, 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 Merrill?
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 Merrill, 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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