City Building Permits
Town of Scott, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Town of Scott, Wisconsin. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Dave Cerny is listed as Building/Zoning Inspector and Planner Economic Development Administrator for the town.
- Department
- Town of Scott Inspections Department
- Address
- 2621 Jody Dr, New Franken, WI 54229
- Phone
- 920-406-9380
Online Permit Portal
Platform: Town of Scott inspections page plus GovPayNet payment page • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Application Process
- Review the inspections page to determine if your project needs a permit.
- Complete the Wisconsin Uniform Building Permit Application for building permits or use the posted erosion control and utility forms as needed.
- Contact Dave Cerny with questions on permit fees, application process, and required inspections.
- Pay permit fees through GovPayNet using the PLC code listed by the town.
- Obtain permit approval before construction and schedule inspections as required.
General Requirements
Town expressly requires permits for demolitions, new homes, additions, attached garages, accessory buildings, remodeling, erosion control, signs, and electrical service.
Required Documents
- Wisconsin Uniform Building Permit Application for building work, plus erosion control permit, WPS electrical form, and other project-specific materials as needed.
- Building code
- Town uses the Wisconsin Uniform Building Permit Application and local zoning/land-use administration.
- Contractor requirements
- Not clearly restated in plain text on the reviewed page.
Fees
- Payment note
- Pay online through GovPayNet using PLC Code a002hs
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Town of Scott Inspections Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Contact Dave Cerny by phone or email. (phone)
Typical inspection sequence: Project-specific and coordinated through the inspections department.
Additional Resources
- Building code: Town uses the Wisconsin Uniform Building Permit Application and local zoning/land-use administration.
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- License lookup guide: Wisconsin Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Wisconsin Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Wisconsin hub: Wisconsin Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Scott Inspections Department before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Town of Scott Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Town of Scott, WI?
- Town expressly requires permits for demolitions, new homes, additions, attached garages, accessory buildings, remodeling, erosion control, signs, and electrical service.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Scott, WI?
- 1. Review the inspections page to determine if your project needs a permit. 2. Complete the Wisconsin Uniform Building Permit Application for building permits or use the posted erosion control and utility forms as needed. 3. Contact Dave Cerny with questions on permit fees, application process, and required inspections. 4. Pay permit fees through GovPayNet using the PLC code listed by the town. 5. Obtain permit approval before construction and schedule inspections as required.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Scott, WI?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Dave Cerny by phone or email..
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