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Town of Omro, 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 Omro, 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 Omro, WI
These excerpts provide context from official materials associated with this municipality.
City of Omro - Title 6 - ANIMALS
A.As used in this chapter:1.Animal includes every living:(a)Warm blooded creature, except a human being;(b)Reptile;(c)Amphibian; or(d)Bird.2.Boarding kennel means an establishment wherein any person is engaged in the business of boarding of animals for a period of 12 consecutive hours or longer. The term "boarding kennel" shall not include veterinary hospitals, pet shops or commercial kennels.3.Commercial kennel means an establishment wherein any person is engaged in the business of breeding, buying, letting for hire, training for a fee and/or selling of dogs and/or cats, with the exception of veterinary hospitals or pet shops.4.Grooming salon means an establishment for the purpose of grooming, bathing, brushing and/or clipping of any dog, cat or other animal for a fee.5.Impound or Isolation facility means the Oshkosh Animal Shelter, a veterinary hospital, or other place specified by the supervising officer which is equipped with a pen or cage which isolates the animal from contact with other animals.6.Officer means a peace officer as defined under Wis. Stats. § 939.22(22), a community service officer, an Omro police officer or his/her designee. The "supervising officer" means that
Sec. 6.04.010. - Definitions · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Omro - Title 9 - PUBLIC PEACE, MORALS AND WELFARE
A.Whoever attempts to commit an act prohibited by this title may be required to forfeit amounts not to exceed one-half the maximum penalty for the completed act.B.An attempt to commit an act prohibited by the ordinances in this title requires that the actor have an intent to perform acts and attain a result which, if accomplished, would constitute a violation of this Code and that he/she acts towards the commission of the violation which demonstrates unequivocally, under all the circumstances, that he/she formed that intent and would commit the violation except for the intervention of another person or some other extraneous factor.(Prior Code, § 11-1-2(b); Code 1998, § 9.04.010)
Sec. 9.04.010. - Attempt to commit unlawful act · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Omro - Title 3 - REVENUE AND FINANCE
A.Bond Exemption. The city elects not to give the bond on the treasurer provided for by Wis. Stats. § 70.67(1).B.City Liable For Default of Treasurer. Pursuant to Wis. Stats. § 70.67(2), the city shall be obligated to pay all legally required state and county taxes to the county treasurer in the event that the city treasurer fails to do so.(Code 1998, § 3.04.020; Ord. No. 425, 12-4-2007)
Sec. 3.04.010. - Treasurer bond exemption · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Omro - Title 12 - STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACES
No owner or occupant shall allow the sidewalk abutting on his/her premises to be littered with rubbish or dirt. If such owner or occupant shall refuse or fail to remove any such rubbish or dirt when notified to do so by the common council, or its designee, the city may cause the same to be done and report the cost thereof to the city administrator who shall spread the cost on the tax roll as a special tax against the premises, pursuant to Wis. Stats. § 66.0627 or such cost may be recovered in an action against the owner or occupant.(Prior Code, § 6-2-1; Code 1998, § 12.04.010)
Sec. 12.04.010. - Removal of rubbish and dirt from sidewalks · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Omro - Title 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS
These collected ordinances shall be known and referred to as the "Omro Municipal Code."(Prior Code, § 1-1-1; Code 1998, § 1.04.010)State Law reference— Ordinance codification, Wis. Stats. § 66.0103.
Sec. 1.04.010. - Title for citation · p. 1 · Open sourceCity of Omro - Title 13 - PUBLIC SERVICES
All persons now receiving a water supply from the city water utility, or who may hereafter make application therefor, shall be considered as having agreed to be bound by the rules and regulations as filed with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.(Prior Code, § 9-1-20; Code 1998, § 13.04.010)
Sec. 13.04.010. - Compliance with rules · p. 1 · Open sourceQuestions people ask
Omro permit FAQ
Where do I start for a project in Town of Omro, 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 Omro?
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 Omro, 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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