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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Grantsburg
Zoning permit is required for all new residential, commercial, and accessory structures, including additions and alterations of existing structures regardless of age, and building/zoning/razing/sign permits are required in the village.
- Building code
- Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code for applicable residential work, and Wisconsin commercial building permit and plan review handled by the state office for commercial building work.
- Contractor requirements
- UDC permits are through REM Inspecting LLC, and commercial building permits are applied for at the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Buildings office, per the village page.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Start with the village forms page.
- 02 For UDC dwellings, REM Inspecting LLC handles the UDC permit, plan review, and inspections.
- 03 For conditional use or variance, complete the village application and proceed through publication and board review.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Typical sequence: Zoning permit first for local village work, with UDC permit separately for applicable dwellings and additions.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Grantsburg permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Grantsburg, WI? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Grantsburg, WI? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village Office, with zoning and UDC coordination before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.