City Building Permits

Town of Nokomis, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Wisconsin Oneida County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Town of Nokomis

Department
Oneida County Planning and Zoning; Dave Hilgendorf for UDC new home/cottage inspections
Address
County zoning at 1 S Oneida Ave, Rhinelander, WI 54501; Town of Nokomis, 2541 Lake Nokomis Rd, Tomahawk, WI 54487
Phone
County (715) 369-6130; Dave Hilgendorf (715) 966-0930; town (715) 453-4801
Website
https://www.oneidacountywi.gov/departments/pz/

Application Process

  1. Determine whether the parcel lies in the zoned or unzoned portion.
  2. Apply for county zoning permit if required.
  3. Apply for UDC permit through the listed inspector for dwelling work.
  4. Schedule inspections.

Source: Oneida County Planning and Zoning; Dave Hilgendorf for UDC new home/cottage inspections

General Requirements

County zoning applies in the zoned portions; county permits apply in unzoned portions near water and streams per county handout.

Permit validity
Two years
Building code
Wisconsin UDC
Contractor requirements
UDC rules apply

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$100
Permit fee formula
County square-footage formula
Reinspection fee
Return inspection fee $300

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Ordinary maintenance and repairs

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Listed inspector and county zoning (contact)
Inspection hours
County hours 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Typical inspection sequence: Review, issue, inspect

County return inspection fee applies

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Oneida County Planning and Zoning; Dave Hilgendorf for UDC new home/cottage inspections before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Nokomis Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Nokomis, WI?
County zoning applies in the zoned portions; county permits apply in unzoned portions near water and streams per county handout.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Nokomis, WI?
The minimum permit fee is $100. Fees are calculated as: County square-footage formula.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Nokomis, WI?
1. Determine whether the parcel lies in the zoned or unzoned portion. 2. Apply for county zoning permit if required. 3. Apply for UDC permit through the listed inspector for dwelling work. 4. Schedule inspections.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Nokomis, WI?
The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary maintenance and repairs.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Nokomis, WI?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Listed inspector and county zoning.

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