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Village of Elm Grove, WI Permits

Building, zoning, and trade permit types administered by Elm Grove

How permitting works in Elm Grove

Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (SPS 320–325) applies statewide to 1- & 2-family dwellings; municipalities (or their contracted UDC inspectors) administer it locally. Commercial buildings follow SPS 361–366 with DSPS or delegated plan review. Zoning, fences, signs, and right-of-way work are regulated by local ordinance; shoreland/floodplain standards flow from NR 115/116 via county and municipal ordinances.

Wisconsin statewide code authority

Building

Building Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Deck / Porch Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Accessory Structure / Shed Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Garage / Carport Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Demolition / Razing Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Swimming Pool / Hot Tub Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Re-Roofing / Siding Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Retaining Wall Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Certificate of Occupancy Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Planning & Zoning

Zoning Permit / Land Use Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Fence Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Sign Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Variance / Zoning Board of Appeals Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Conditional / Special Use Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Rezoning / Map Amendment Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Site Plan Review Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Land Division / Certified Survey Map Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Shoreland / Floodplain Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Trades

Electrical Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Plumbing Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

HVAC / Mechanical Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Public Works

Driveway / Curb Cut Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Right-of-Way / Street Opening Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Erosion Control / Grading Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source

Sanitation

Private Onsite Wastewater / Septic (POWTS/SSTS) Permit Application

State-default template

State-default Wisconsin application template. Wisconsin municipalities administer the Uniform Dwelling Code locally and adopt their own zoning ordinances — confirm the exact form, fee schedule, and submittal requirements with the municipal clerk or building inspector before filing.

Checked Jul 1, 2026Source