When is a Permit Required?

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As a general rule, a building permit is needed any time a building is:

Building Permit

Roofing Permit

Are you searching for the history of a roofing permit and do you need to replace your roof?

The permitting software for the Inspections Division has a permit search feature. Anyone can search for current and past permits without an account.

Key notes:

*Search by address, parcel ID, contractor, issued permits by date range

*Search for information for permits for your insurance company about prior roofing permits

*Search projects by contractor(s)

*Roofing and siding products shall be installed per manufacturer specifications

*Apply for a permit here (account required)

Choose Building Exterior when replacing shingles/metal roofing
Choose Remodel/Alteration when replacing the roof structure (tree falling into roof, snow and ice cave in, etc.)

Plumbing Permit

HVAC Permit

Electrical Permit

General Contractor Checklist

You do not need a building permit to construct a fence. However, you must comply with the standards established for fences. Fence Standards

For questions, please contact the Inspections Department at 715-839-4947 or inspections@eauclairewi.gov