City Building Permits
Markesan, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Markesan, Wisconsin. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
City of Markesan municipal limits
- Department
- Building Inspector's Office / Zoning
- Address
- City Hall, 150 S. Bridge Street, Markesan, WI 53946
- Phone
- 920-398-3031
Online Permit Portal
Platform: Soliant / General Engineering online permit application • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Application Process
- Gather parcel number, zoning permit number, sanitary permit number, plans, and contractor license data.
- Submit online or deliver hardcopy to City Hall.
- Inspector reviews the submission and may request more information.
- After acceptance, the inspector completes detailed review and notifies the applicant when the permit is ready and payment remains due.
General Requirements
City page lists sidewalks, roof shingle replacement, window and door replacements, fences, signs, electrical/plumbing/HVAC work, accessory buildings, decks, porches, and basement remodeling as illustrative permit work.
Required Documents
- Parcel number
- Zoning permit number
- Sanitary permit number
- Electronic plans
- Contractor information with license number and expiration date
- Building code
- New one- and two-family homes require the standardized UDC building permit application; the city follows Wisconsin UDC and local zoning administration.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor information and license number are required for application review.
Fees
- Minimum permit fee
- $65 minimum applies to some trades
- Permit fee formula
- Public fee table includes flat fees and plus-per-inspection charges for some residential and commercial work.
- Reinspection fee
- $35 per required inspection for some residential permit types.
- Penalty (no permit)
- Variance and CUP filing fee is $250.
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
- Flooring replacement
- Painting
- Installation of satellite dishes or TV antennas
- Non-structural updates
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Contact the inspector by phone or cell (phone)
- Inspection hours
- City Hall Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm; inspector by appointment only.
- Time windows
- Inspector by appointment only.
Typical inspection sequence: Inspector reviews the application, issues the permit, performs needed inspections, and assists with zoning code administration.
Additional Resources
- Building code: New one- and two-family homes require the standardized UDC building permit application; the city follows Wisconsin UDC and local zoning administration.
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Online services
- City contact page
- 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 Building Inspector's Office / Zoning before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Markesan Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Markesan, WI?
- City page lists sidewalks, roof shingle replacement, window and door replacements, fences, signs, electrical/plumbing/HVAC work, accessory buildings, decks, porches, and basement remodeling as illustrative permit work.
- How much does a building permit cost in Markesan, WI?
- The minimum permit fee is $65 minimum applies to some trades. Fees are calculated as: Public fee table includes flat fees and plus-per-inspection charges for some residential and commercial work..
- How do I apply for a building permit in Markesan, WI?
- 1. Gather parcel number, zoning permit number, sanitary permit number, plans, and contractor license data. 2. Submit online or deliver hardcopy to City Hall. 3. Inspector reviews the submission and may request more information. 4. After acceptance, the inspector completes detailed review and notifies the applicant when the permit is ready and payment remains due.
- What work is exempt from building permits in Markesan, WI?
- The following work is generally exempt: Flooring replacement; Painting; Installation of satellite dishes or TV antennas; Non-structural updates.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Markesan, WI?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact the inspector by phone or cell.
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