Do I Need a Permit to Install a Driveway in Wisconsin?
Driveway installation typically requires a driveway/curb cut permit and may require a grading permit in Wisconsin municipalities.
Yes, you typically need a permit. Requirements vary by municipality. Check with your local building department for specifics.
Where to Apply
Permit requirements, fees, and processing times vary by municipality. Check the specific requirements for your location:
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Do I need a permit to pave my driveway?
Most Wisconsin municipalities require a driveway permit, especially for new driveways or expansions that involve curb cuts. Repaving an existing driveway in the same footprint may not require a permit in some cities.
What about a gravel driveway?
Even gravel driveways may require a permit if they involve a new curb cut or change the stormwater drainage pattern. Check with your local building and public works departments.
How wide can a residential driveway be?
Maximum driveway width varies by municipality. Most Wisconsin cities limit residential driveway width to 20-24 feet at the curb and may restrict total impervious surface coverage.
Building in multiple cities?
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