Little Chute, WI — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Little Chute Community Development / Inspections / Assessing, Building Permits

Street address

108 W Main Street, Little Chute, WI 54140

Phone

920-423-3871 building inspector; village hall 920-788-7380

BuildingInspector@littlechutewi.org

Coverage

Village accepts building permit applications online, by email, or in person and separately routes right-of-way permits through Public Works.

Online portal

CloudPermit for local permits plus Wisconsin Online Building Permit System for new one- and two-family construction

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Little Chute

Village page states permits are required for work including new window or door openings, room reconfiguration or structural alterations, raze/demolition, driveway, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, chicken coop and residential chickens, and many common residential remodeling items; village FAQ adds siding, roofs, porches, decks, patios, sheds, fences, antennas, satellite dishes, garages, pools, hot tubs, and jacuzzis.

Scope of work

Permit?

Fire pits do not require a permit, but village ordinances still apply.

Exempt

Exempt Fire pits do not require a permit, but village ordinances still apply.

Required documents

Completed application
all required attachments
and supporting plans referenced in the village informational brochure.

Building code: Village applies Wisconsin state permit systems and village inspection requirements.
Owner-builder: FAQ states property owners may do their own work; if they hire a contractor, the contractor must have a License and Permit Bond and Certificate of Insurance on file with the village. If the owner does not reside in the dwelling, the person must hold Dwelling Contractor and Dwelling Contractor Qualifier credentials to pull building permits.
Contractor requirements: Village page directs applicants to LicensE.wi.gov and states non-owner-occupant permit pullers need Dwelling Contractor and Dwelling Contractor Qualifier credentials; contractors also need village bond and insurance on file per FAQ.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Start on the village Building Permits page and choose online, email, or in-person submittal.
02

For new single-family and two-family construction, apply through the State of Wisconsin portal first.
03

For other local projects, apply through CloudPermit or email the completed application and all required attachments to BuildingInspector@littlechutewi.org.
04

Submit required plans and project documents identified in the informational brochure.
05

Pay permit fees, then schedule inspections and final approval through the inspection department.

Source: Village of Little Chute Community Development / Inspections / Assessing, Building Permits ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Little Chute building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

FAQ lists sidewalk permits as $5 for new installation, $0 for rehab sidewalk permit, and $10 driveway-approach permits through Public Works; building-fee tables are posted separately on the permit page

Plan check fee

See residential and commercial building permit fee schedules on the village permit page

Permit fee formula

Mixed; residential and commercial building fee schedules are posted separately

Main building permit page says payments for inspection permits must be cash or check; other village payments can accept cards through ACI with convenience fees

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Email scheduling (email)

Inspection hours: Public Works office hours for right-of-way permits are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical sequence: Permit issuance, required inspections for trade or construction stage, final approval

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Little Chute permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Little Chute, WI? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Little Chute, WI? ▸

Building permit fees in Little Chute, WI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is FAQ lists sidewalk permits as $5 for new installation, $0 for rehab sidewalk permit, and $10 driveway-approach permits through Public Works; building-fee tables are posted separately on the permit page. Fees are calculated as: Mixed; residential and commercial building fee schedules are posted separately. Plan check fee: See residential and commercial building permit fee schedules on the village permit page.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Little Chute, WI? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Little Chute, WI, follow these steps: 1. Start on the village Building Permits page and choose online, email, or in-person submittal. 2. For new single-family and two-family construction, apply through the State of Wisconsin portal first. 3. For other local projects, apply through CloudPermit or email the completed application and all required attachments to BuildingInspector@littlechutewi.org. 4. Submit required plans and project documents identified in the informational brochure. 5. Pay permit fees, then schedule inspections and final approval through the inspection department.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Little Chute, WI? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Little Chute, WI. The following work is generally exempt: Fire pits do not require a permit, but village ordinances still apply.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Little Chute, WI? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Little Chute, WI via: Email scheduling.

last verified April 2026 source Village of Little Chute Community Development / Inspections / Assessing, Building Permits ↗ entry id permits/wisconsin/outagamie/little-chute

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Little Chute Community Development / Inspections / Assessing, Building Permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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