City Building Permits
Village of Benton, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Village of Benton, Wisconsin. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Village of Benton
- Department
- Village Office / Building Inspector
- Address
- 244 Ridge Ave, Benton, WI 53803-8022
- Phone
- (608) 759-3721
- Website
- https://bentonwi.us
Application Process
General Requirements
New home build, any electrical or plumbing work, and zoning compliance before building
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Village Office / Building Inspector to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Inspection hours
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8 am to 4:30 pm; Wednesday 8 am to 6 pm; Friday closed
Typical inspection sequence: Zoning permit first if needed, then building inspector permit, then inspections
Additional Resources
- Forms and permits
- Zoning code
- Contact
- 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 Village Office / Building Inspector before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Village of Benton Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Village of Benton, WI?
- New home build, any electrical or plumbing work, and zoning compliance before building
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