City Building Permits

Village of New Auburn, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Village of New Auburn, Wisconsin. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Wisconsin Chippewa County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of New Auburn

Department
Village of New Auburn
Address
130 E Elm Street, PO Box 100, New Auburn, WI 54757

Online Permit Portal

Platform: Village website forms • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Open the Government page and choose the building permit form.
  2. Complete the building permit application and attach site sketch, legal description, and other required materials.
  3. Email the completed building permit packet to the building inspector.
  4. Submit related permits such as driveway, excavation, razing, or sign permits as needed.
  5. Pay related permit fees through the village process.

Source: Village of New Auburn

General Requirements

The village posts regular building permit, UDC new construction/commercial permit, poultry permit, razing permit, sign permit, driveway permit, excavation permit, and other forms

Required Documents

  • Application
  • Site sketch showing lot and setbacks
  • Legal description
  • Contractor certification info
  • UDC form where applicable
Building code
Village code 142-7 and zoning 350-131 are referenced on the building permit form
Owner-builder
The permit form states that non-owner applicants for dwellings must provide a Certificate of Financial Responsibility under Wisconsin Statute 101.654
Contractor requirements
Contractor certification number is requested on the application

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of New Auburn to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Village hall hours are Monday through Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm and Friday by appointment only

Typical inspection sequence: Application, review, permit issuance, inspections

Building inspector checks grades before footings are poured

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of New Auburn before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of New Auburn Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of New Auburn, WI?
The village posts regular building permit, UDC new construction/commercial permit, poultry permit, razing permit, sign permit, driveway permit, excavation permit, and other forms
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of New Auburn, WI?
1. Open the Government page and choose the building permit form. 2. Complete the building permit application and attach site sketch, legal description, and other required materials. 3. Email the completed building permit packet to the building inspector. 4. Submit related permits such as driveway, excavation, razing, or sign permits as needed. 5. Pay related permit fees through the village process.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of New Auburn, WI?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Building inspector email.

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