City of Elkhorn, WI - Building permits
Building permits, as well as electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and erosion control permits, may be required for any construction, addition or alteration of any structure, including but not limited to sheds, carports, decks, porches, dormers, roof alterations, new or replacement retaining walls, signs, entrance pillars and gates, stairs and landings, and vegetation removal or grading. Please contact your local building inspector with any questions or to determine if a building permit is required for your project.
Below you will find information on building permits for the City of Elkhorn. You can scroll down the page or click one of the green links below to jump to a specific section.
Building Inspector information | Important checklists | Permit applications | Permit fees | Miscellaneous
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building inspector - Joe Mesler
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Office # 262-741-5124
Cell # 262-215-3711
For Inspections call cell |
Office Location
9 South Broad Street
Elkhorn, WI 53121
(Driving Directions)
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Office Hours
M W 1-4 or by apointment
Payment
Cash or Check
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important checklists
Driveway & Sidewalk Regulations
These are the regulations for the installation of driveways and sidewalks.
Required Inspections
Know what inspections are required and when to call for them.
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permit applications
Building
Complete this form for any construction work. Only complete one form per project. Multiple forms for electrical, plumbing, or HVAC are not required.
Cautionary Statement for Homeowners
All homeowners who intend on obtaining their own permits must complete this form.
Driveway
When constructing a new driveway or paving/pouring an existing driveway, you must complete this form.
Electrical
Complete this form for any Electrical work. The City of Elkhorn requires all electricians performing work in the City to be licensed by the City. See the Miscellaneous section below for information in obtaining this license.
HVAC
Complete this form for any HVAC work. If you have already completed the Building Permit Application, this form is not necessary.
Plumbing
Complete this form for any Plumbing work.
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permit fees
Building Fee Schedule
This fee schedule is for information only. The final cost of the permit will be determined by the Building Inspector.
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Miscellaneous
Electrical Contractor License
The City of Elkhorn requires all electricians performing work in the City to be licensed by the City. Complete this application to obtain such license.
Elkhorn Power & Light New Electrical Account Application
This application creates an account at the City of Elkhorn for electric service.
Elkhorn Power & Light New Electrical Service Application
Use this form when you need a NEW electric meter or when you are rewiring an EXISTING electrical meter. Check to see if Elkhorn Power & Light is your provider for electrical service.
Elkhorn Power & Light Ready for Electric Service Application
Use this form when you are ready for your NEW electric meter or rewired EXISTING electrical meter to be installed. Check to see if Elkhorn Power & Light is your provider for electrical service.
Exterior Wall Cross Section
A handy fill-in wall section.
New Electric Service Certification
Complete this form whenever a new meter socket or electrical panel is installed.
Walcomet - Sewer Hook-Up Application
Complete this form for NEW sewer laterals.
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