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Municipal permit guide
Village of Whitefish Bay, WI permit planning guide
Start with your property address to identify the offices, approvals, and project documents that apply in Village of Whitefish Bay, WI.
Local guidance available Reviewed July 20, 2026
Best first step
Find the approvals for your parcel, not just a generic form.
Start with the property address. GovCodex uses it to identify the parcel, zoning authority, overlays, and the mix of municipal, county, and state approvals that can apply.
Prefills Village of Whitefish Bay, WI Checks authority by address
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Project preparation
Local application forms are available
Use the project type and property address together before choosing a form or paying a fee.
Before you file
Check the parcel details
Use the address check to confirm the current local offices, forms, and requirements before filing.
Project-specific preparation
What can trigger review and what to prepare
These project checks highlight situations that can add an approval. Your property address and project scope determine what applies.
Common approval triggers
Detached garage: permit required
Permit required - contact Building Services (specific permit types not listed) is required for a garage.
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Shed: permit required
Permit required - contact Building Services is required for a shed.
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Deck: permit required
Building and Zoning permit is required for a deck.
Village of Whitefish Bay, WISource
Home addition: permit required
ARC (Architectural Review Commission) approval + various permits is required for a addition.
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Fence: permit required
Fence Permit is required for a fence.
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Swimming pool: permit required
Building and Electrical permits (ARC approval possibly) is required for a pool.
Village of Whitefish Bay, WISource
Preparation order
A practical order for project planning
Use this sequence to organize the work. The property address and project scope determine which steps actually apply.
Detached garage: permit required
Permit required - contact Building Services (specific permit types not listed) is required for a garage.
Shed: permit required
Permit required - contact Building Services is required for a shed.
Deck: permit required
Building and Zoning permit is required for a deck.
Home addition: permit required
ARC (Architectural Review Commission) approval + various permits is required for a addition.
Fence: permit required
Fence Permit is required for a fence.
Swimming pool: permit required
Building and Electrical permits (ARC approval possibly) is required for a pool.
Responsibility by office
Who may handle the approvals
Separate offices can review different parts of the same project. Confirm the parcel-specific split before filing.
Village of Whitefish Bay, WI
Swimming pool: permit required
Preparation library
Browse forms only when you need them
Search by project or approval. Official forms and adaptable state templates are labeled separately.
Showing forms that match your project search.
Right of Way Permit
Use this official form when preparing your project submission.
Checked Jul 12, 2026Source
Building Permit
Use this official form when preparing your project submission.
Checked Jul 5, 2026Source
Fence Permit
Use this official form when preparing your project submission.
Checked Jul 5, 2026Source
Official references
Official sources for Village of Whitefish Bay, 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 Village of Whitefish Bay, WI
These excerpts provide context from official materials associated with this municipality.
Whitefish Bay Setbacks and Lot Area
[§ 16-34 Measure of permissible lot occupancy. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33298996) [§ 16-35 Front and side setback. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33299001) [§ 16-36 Setback adjacent to alleys. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33299020) [§ 16-37 Maintenance of areas. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33299021) [§ 16-38 Alterations. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33299022) [§ 16-39 Exceptions. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33299023) ## [§ 16-34 Measure of permissible lot occupancy. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33298996) [A. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33298997 "§ 16-34A") Where permissible, lot occupancy by buildings is regulated by this chapter by: [(1) ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33298998 "§ 16-34A\(1\)") Stipulated minimum setbacks and court area; or [(2) ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33298999 "§ 16-34A\(2\)") Maximum percentage of lot occupancy. [B. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33299000 "§ 16-34B") The less restrictive of the two determinations shall govern. ## [§ 16-35 Front and side setback. ](https://ecode360.com/33298995#33299001) [Amended by Ord. No. 1227; Ord. No. 1425; Ord. No. 1724; Ord. No. 1734; Ord. No. 1792; Ord. No. 1811] [A. ](https://ecode
§33298995 · p. 1 · Open sourceWhitefish Bay Village Maps
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Official reference excerpt · p. 1 · Open sourceWhitefish Bay Zoning Districts
[§ 16-4 Enumeration of districts. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298371) [§ 16-5 Area and extent. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298372) [§ 16-6 Boundaries. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298373) [§ 16-7 Annexed territory. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298374) [§ 16-8 District 1 - Lake Shore Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298375) [§ 16-9 District 1A - Single-Family Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298422) [§ 16-10 District 2 - Single-Family Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298427) [§ 16-11 District 3 - Two-Family Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298437) [§ 16-12 District 4 - Churches, Public Buildings and Grounds. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298448) [§ 16-13 District 4A - Clubs and Lodges. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298461) [§ 16-14 District 5 - Apartment District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298464) [§ 16-15 District 6 - Business District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298486) [§ 16-16 Conditional use procedure. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298522) [§ 16-17 District 7 - Automobile Parking District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298370#33298586) [§ 16-18 Distric
§33298370 · p. 1 · Open sourceChapter 16 Zoning - Village of Whitefish Bay
[HISTORY: Adopted by the Village President and the Board of the Village of Whitefish Bay as Ch. 16 of the Codification. Amendments noted where applicable.] [Article I Purpose and Intent ](https://ecode360.com/33298309) [§ 16-1 Purpose. ](https://ecode360.com/33298310) [§ 16-2 Title. ](https://ecode360.com/33298316) [Article II Terminology ](https://ecode360.com/33298317) [§ 16-3 Definitions. ](https://ecode360.com/33298318) [Article III Zoning Districts ](https://ecode360.com/33298370) [§ 16-4 Enumeration of districts. ](https://ecode360.com/33298371) [§ 16-5 Area and extent. ](https://ecode360.com/33298372) [§ 16-6 Boundaries. ](https://ecode360.com/33298373) [§ 16-7 Annexed territory. ](https://ecode360.com/33298374) [§ 16-8 District 1 - Lake Shore Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298375) [§ 16-9 District 1A - Single-Family Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298422) [§ 16-10 District 2 - Single-Family Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298427) [§ 16-11 District 3 - Two-Family Residence District. ](https://ecode360.com/33298437) [§ 16-12 District 4 - Churches, Public Buildings and Grounds. ](https://ecode360.com/33298448) [§ 16-13 District 4A - Club
§32483122 · p. 1 · Open sourceecode360.com
[HISTORY: Adopted by the Village President and the Board of the Village of Whitefish Bay as indicated in article histories. Amendments noted where applicable.] [Article I Uniform Dwelling Code ](https://ecode360.com/33297083) [§ 11-1 Uniform Dwelling Code. ](https://ecode360.com/33297084) [§ 11-2 Duty of police. ](https://ecode360.com/33297114) [§ 11-3 Concrete block construction requirement; exception. ](https://ecode360.com/33297115) [§ 11-4 Air-conditioning systems. ](https://ecode360.com/33297116) [§ 11-5 Liability not on Village. ](https://ecode360.com/33297134) [§ 11-6 Removal of building rubbish. ](https://ecode360.com/33297135) [§ 11-7 Private swimming pools regulated. ](https://ecode360.com/33297136) [§ 11-8 Plans for parking lots or facilities. ](https://ecode360.com/33297159) [§ 11-9 Certain actions prohibited when excavating for substructures. ](https://ecode360.com/33297160) [§ 11-10 Closure of underground storage tanks. ](https://ecode360.com/33297167) [§ 11-11 Storage of certain flammables. ](https://ecode360.com/33297170) [§ 11-12 Flag poles. ](https://ecode360.com/33297173) [§ 11-13 Carports. ](https://ecode360.com/33297178) [§ 11-14 Generators. ](https://ecode360.
§32483110 · p. 1 · Open sourceecode360.com
[HISTORY: Adopted by the Village President and the Board of the Village of Whitefish Bay as indicated in article histories. Amendments noted where applicable.] [Article I Offenses Endangering Public Safety ](https://ecode360.com/33296070) [§ 8-1 Discharging and carrying firearms prohibited. ](https://ecode360.com/33296071) [§ 8-2 Throwing or shooting of arrows, stones and other missiles prohibited. ](https://ecode360.com/33296075) [§ 8-3 Sale and discharge of fireworks prohibited. ](https://ecode360.com/33296076) [§ 8-4 Toy airplanes. ](https://ecode360.com/33296078) [§ 8-5 Open burning. ](https://ecode360.com/33296079) [§ 8-6 Aircraft and parachute landing. ](https://ecode360.com/33296089) [§ 8-7 Runners and joggers; reflectorized clothing required. ](https://ecode360.com/33296090) [§ 8-8 Regulation of business hours. ](https://ecode360.com/33296093) [Article II Offenses Endangering Public Peace and Good Order ](https://ecode360.com/33296098) [§ 8-9 False reports prohibited. ](https://ecode360.com/33296099) [§ 8-10 Assisting escape of prisoner. ](https://ecode360.com/33296100) [§ 8-11 Cruelty to animals prohibited. ](https://ecode360.com/33296101) [§ 8-12 Noise from machines and d
§32483103 · p. 1 · Open sourceQuestions people ask
Whitefish Bay permit FAQ
Where do I start for a project in Village of Whitefish Bay, 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 Whitefish Bay?
Building Permit. Confirm the current filing process at the official source before submitting.
Who handles zoning approval in Village of Whitefish Bay, 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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