How much does a building permit cost in Town of Magnolia, WI?

Fees are calculated as: County and town fees handled separately.

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Magnolia, WI?

1. Obtain the Rock County zoning permit first. 2. Submit plans and site information. 3. Pay fees after review. 4. Receive permit approval before construction. 5. Schedule inspections with the town inspector.

City Building Permits

Town of Magnolia, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Magnolia, 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 Magnolia, while the town issues building permits.

Department: Town of Magnolia for building permits; Rock County for zoning permits
Address: 14729 W County Road A, Evansville, WI 53536
Phone: Town hall 608-876-6771; building permit contact Bob Fahey 608-882-6267
Website: https://www.townofmagnolia.com

Online Permit Portal

Open Town website and direct-contact workflow

Platform: Town website and direct-contact workflow • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Obtain the Rock County zoning permit first.
Submit plans and site information.
Pay fees after review.
Receive permit approval before construction.
Schedule inspections with the town inspector.

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

General Requirements

County zoning permit first; town building permit for construction work

Required Documents

County zoning application
plans
and town permit materials requested by the inspector

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 Magnolia for building permits; Rock County for zoning permits to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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

Additional Resources

Building code: Rock County zoning plus town-administered Wisconsin state building code enforcement
Zoning information: View zoning info
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 Town of Magnolia for building permits; Rock County for zoning permits before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Magnolia Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Magnolia, WI?: County zoning permit first; town building permit for construction work
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Magnolia, WI?: Fees are calculated as: County and town fees handled separately.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Magnolia, WI?: 1. Obtain the Rock County zoning permit first. 2. Submit plans and site information. 3. Pay fees after review. 4. Receive permit approval before construction. 5. Schedule inspections with the town inspector.

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