Solon Springs, WI — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Solon Springs Clerk's Office

Street address

PO Box 273, 11523 S Business Hwy 53, Solon Springs, WI 54873

Phone

(715) 378-2235

Coverage

Village of Solon Springs only.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Solon Springs

A permit is required for work over $1,000 in value in any 12-month period, and remodeling over $500 per zoning ordinance excerpts.

Scope of work

Permit?

Restoring work to previous code-compliant condition

Exempt

Re-roofing

Exempt

Finishing interior surfaces such as painting or staining

Exempt

Installation of cabinetry

Exempt

Exempt Restoring work to previous code-compliant condition
Exempt Re-roofing
Exempt Finishing interior surfaces such as painting or staining
Exempt Installation of cabinetry

Note: Exempt list comes from ordinance excerpts; verify current amendments before relying on this list.

Building code: Building permits for dwellings are issued by the UDC inspector; the village publishes ordinance materials for permit requirements.

Source: Village of Solon Springs Clerk's Office ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Determine whether work exceeds permit thresholds or is excluded by village standards.
02

File the village permit application and pay the applicable fee.
03

For new site-built or manufactured dwellings, process permit through the UDC inspector.
04

For remodeling, permit if threshold is exceeded in ordinance text.

Source: Village of Solon Springs Clerk's Office ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Solon Springs building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Ordinance shows many $35 minimum categories including new site-built dwelling, manufactured dwelling, alterations, additions, garages, buildings, fences, sidewalks, and driveways.

Permit fee formula

Building permit fees are determined by resolution.

Penalty (no permit)

Forfeitures run from $25 to $1,000 per day of noncompliance.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Inspection hours: Village office: Monday closed; Tuesday through Thursday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Typical sequence: Permit review by village and UDC inspector for dwellings, followed by inspections under local ordinance and UDC rules.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Solon Springs permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Solon Springs, WI? ▸

A permit is required for work over $1,000 in value in any 12-month period, and remodeling over $500 per zoning ordinance excerpts.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Solon Springs, WI? ▸

Building permit fees in Solon Springs, WI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Ordinance shows many $35 minimum categories including new site-built dwelling, manufactured dwelling, alterations, additions, garages, buildings, fences, sidewalks, and driveways.. Fees are calculated as: Building permit fees are determined by resolution..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Solon Springs, WI? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Solon Springs, WI, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether work exceeds permit thresholds or is excluded by village standards. 2. File the village permit application and pay the applicable fee. 3. For new site-built or manufactured dwellings, process permit through the UDC inspector. 4. For remodeling, permit if threshold is exceeded in ordinance text.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Solon Springs, WI? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Solon Springs, WI. The following work is generally exempt: Restoring work to previous code-compliant condition; Re-roofing; Finishing interior surfaces such as painting or staining; Installation of cabinetry. Note: Exempt list comes from ordinance excerpts; verify current amendments before relying on this list. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

last verified April 2026 source Village of Solon Springs Clerk's Office ↗ entry id permits/wisconsin/douglas/solon-springs-village

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Solon Springs Clerk's Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Village of Solon Springs

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