Town of Omro, WI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Town of Omro is in county zoning for zoning, sanitary, and erosion-control permitting, but the town separately requires a local building permit under Chapter 77.

Department

Town of Omro

Address

4205 Rivermoor Road, Omro, WI 54963

Phone

920-685-2111

Email

clerk@townofomro.gov

Website

https://www.townofomro.gov/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Check Town of Omro forms and permit materials and Chapter 77 building permit requirements.
2. Obtain county zoning, sanitary, or erosion-control approvals as needed because the town is in county zoning.
3. Submit the local building permit application to the town before starting work.
4. Pay the local permit fee and any separate county fees that apply.
5. Complete the project under the town permit process.

Source: Town of Omro

General Requirements

Chapter 77 states every person who constructs, enlarges, alters, improves, moves, razes, demolishes, or removes a building or structure with value over $1,000 must obtain a building permit before work starts.

Required Documents

• Application with applicant name, project address, phone, permit type, site description, structure description, estimated cost, and plot plan.

Building code

Chapter 77 expressly says the town has not adopted building codes including the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code and the ordinance is informational rather than a safety code.

Contractor requirements

Chapter 77 states the town has not adopted the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code and does not inspect for code compliance, so applicants remain responsible for county, state, and federal compliance.

Fees

Plan check fee

Not separately summarized on the reviewed fee sheet

Permit fee formula

Flat fee schedule by permit category

Payment note

Town fee sheet notes some county fees may also apply

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Omro to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Confirm with the town because the ordinance is a local permit notice requirement rather than a full code-inspection prog (contact)

Inspection hours

Town hall hours are Monday noon to 4:00 PM and Wednesday 9:00 AM to noon, plus appointment

Typical inspection sequence: County permit review where applicable, town building permit issuance, then any required local follow-up

Additional Resources

• Building code: Chapter 77 expressly says the town has not adopted building codes including the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code and the ordinance is informational rather than a safety code.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Other useful links
• Other useful links
• License lookup guide: Wisconsin Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Wisconsin Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Wisconsin hub: Wisconsin Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Omro Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Omro, WI?

Chapter 77 states every person who constructs, enlarges, alters, improves, moves, razes, demolishes, or removes a building or structure with value over $1,000 must obtain a building permit before work starts.

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

Fees are calculated as: Flat fee schedule by permit category. Plan check fee: Not separately summarized on the reviewed fee sheet.

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

1. Check Town of Omro forms and permit materials and Chapter 77 building permit requirements. 2. Obtain county zoning, sanitary, or erosion-control approvals as needed because the town is in county zoning. 3. Submit the local building permit application to the town before starting work. 4. Pay the local permit fee and any separate county fees that apply. 5. Complete the project under the town permit process.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Omro, WI?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Confirm with the town because the ordinance is a local permit notice requirement rather than a full code-inspection prog.

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