De Pere, WI — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of De Pere Development Services - Building Inspection Division

Street address

335 S Broadway St, De Pere, WI

Phone

920-339-4053

dpbldg@deperewi.gov

Coverage

Building Inspection handles residential and commercial permits and inspections inside De Pere; Planning and Zoning Division separately handles land use, rezoning, site plans, and planning approvals.

Online portal

De Pere permit forms and document center pages

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for De Pere

Prior to new construction, repairs, additions, alterations, demolitions, many utility/mechanical changes, fences, decks, pools, sheds, and use changes.

Required documents

Correct permit application, supporting plans/data, and any variance or zoning support materials when applicable.

Building code: City pages expressly reference Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code and City of De Pere Municipal Code, with additional local zoning and floodplain rules.
Permit validity: General building permit valid for one year; single- or two-family dwelling permit valid for two years.
Owner-builder: Owner-occupants of a single-family dwelling may design their own plans in many cases and may take responsibility for certain residential trades subject to code limits.
Contractor requirements: Dwelling contractor and dwelling contractor qualifier for building work; plumbing by licensed plumbers under a master plumber; HVAC registration; electrical licensure/certification as described by the city.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Simple permits can be issued within a few days; projects requiring plan review may require up to 10 business days.

01

Confirm permit need using the city "Do I need a Building Permit?" page.
02

Pull the correct permit form from the Building Inspection permits and fees page.
03

Submit plans and supporting documents; simple permits can often be issued in a few days if complete, while projects requiring plan review can take up to 10 business days.
04

Pay fees and post the permit placard before work starts.
05

Call for required inspections as construction progresses.
06

Obtain final approval and, if required, a certificate of occupancy.

Typical processing time: Simple permits can be issued within a few days; projects requiring plan review may require up to 10 business days.

Source: City of De Pere Development Services - Building Inspection Division ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

De Pere building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

Included through project-specific plan review where applicable; exact plan review fees are in the linked trade/building fee schedules.

Permit fee formula

Mixed by permit type and trade.

Reinspection fee

Work begun without permit is subject to doubled permit fee.

City separates fee schedules by building, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Call Building Inspection at 920-339-4053. (phone)

Inspection hours: Office hours 7:30-9:30 a.m. and 3:30-5:00 p.m.; inspection hours 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Friday office open 7:30-11:30 a.m.

Typical sequence: Successive inspections tied to project type; city states applicant is responsible for calling for required inspections and a certificate of occupancy may be needed before occupancy.

Source: City of De Pere Development Services - Building Inspection Division ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about De Pere permits

01 Do I need a building permit in De Pere, WI? ▸

Prior to new construction, repairs, additions, alterations, demolitions, many utility/mechanical changes, fences, decks, pools, sheds, and use changes.

02 How much does a building permit cost in De Pere, WI? ▸

Building permit fees in De Pere, WI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Mixed by permit type and trade.. Plan check fee: Included through project-specific plan review where applicable; exact plan review fees are in the linked trade/building fee schedules..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in De Pere, WI? ▸

To apply for a building permit in De Pere, WI, follow these steps: 1. Confirm permit need using the city "Do I need a Building Permit?" page. 2. Pull the correct permit form from the Building Inspection permits and fees page. 3. Submit plans and supporting documents; simple permits can often be issued in a few days if complete, while projects requiring plan review can take up to 10 business days. 4. Pay fees and post the permit placard before work starts. 5. Call for required inspections as construction progresses. 6. Obtain final approval and, if required, a certificate of occupancy.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in De Pere, WI? ▸

Building permit processing times in De Pere, WI typically run Simple permits can be issued within a few days; projects requiring plan review may require up to 10 business days.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in De Pere, WI? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in De Pere, WI via: Call Building Inspection at 920-339-4053..

last verified April 2026 source City of De Pere Development Services - Building Inspection Division ↗ entry id permits/wisconsin/brown-wi/de-pere

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of De Pere Development Services - Building Inspection Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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