City Building Permits

Town of Center, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Wisconsin Rock County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Rock County issues zoning permits for the Town of Center, while the town issues building permits.

Department
Town of Center for building permits; Rock County for zoning permits
Address
9119 County Trunk A, Evansville, WI 53536
Phone
608-876-4115
Website
https://www.townofcenterrockcounty.com

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: Town forms page plus county zoning forms page • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Obtain the county zoning site permit first.
  2. Obtain the town building permit from the Town of Center forms page.
  3. Submit plans and site information for both permits.
  4. Pay county zoning fees and town building permit fees separately.
  5. Wait for approvals before starting work.
  6. Schedule inspections through the town's building permit process.

Source: Town of Center for building permits; Rock County for zoning permits

General Requirements

County zoning permit required first; town building permit required for construction work

Required Documents

  • County zoning application, town permit application, site plan, and plans as requested
Building code
Rock County zoning plus town-administered Wisconsin state building code enforcement
Contractor requirements
Wisconsin licensing rules apply where applicable

Fees

Permit fee formula
County and town fees handled separately

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Center for building permits; Rock County for zoning permits to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Through the town permit contact (contact)

Typical inspection sequence: County zoning approval, town permit issuance, staged inspections, final inspection

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Center for building permits; Rock County for zoning permits before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Center Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Center, WI?
County zoning permit required first; town building permit required for construction work
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Center, WI?
Fees are calculated as: County and town fees handled separately.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Center, WI?
1. Obtain the county zoning site permit first. 2. Obtain the town building permit from the Town of Center forms page. 3. Submit plans and site information for both permits. 4. Pay county zoning fees and town building permit fees separately. 5. Wait for approvals before starting work. 6. Schedule inspections through the town's building permit process.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Center, WI?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Through the town permit contact.

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