BUILDING INSPECTIONS

Building Inspection/Zoning is responsible for inspecting properties, issuing building permits, and responding to nuisances.
You need a building permit for the following construction projects:

• New construction, remodeling, and additions
• Garages, sheds, storage buildings, and gazebos
• Decks, porches, lean-to, and stairs
• Re-siding of a building. (Make sure house numbers are re-installed on the right side of the front door on completion of project.)
• Installation/replacement of roofing (shingles, re-decking, etc.).Heating and A/C
• Installation of new doors and windows (permit is not required for sash replacement only unless the quantity is 3+)
• Electric and plumbing 
• Installation/replacement of heating unit and air conditioning units
• Installation of generators
• Fences and pools
• Signs
• Demolition of a building
• Excavation is taking place within the City owned Right-of-Way

Obtaining a Permit

• You can obtain a permit from the Building Inspections Department located at Antigo City Hall, 700 Edison Street. Antigo City Hall is open from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday and Fridays 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
• Walk ins are welcome, to ensure an inspector is available please contact our office at 715.623.3633 x-154  and we will arrange a meeting time for you
• Email over building permits apps, conditional use permits, zoning permits, etc. to lschmidtke@antigo-city.org  or tkubiaczyk@antigo-city.org 
• Find building permit applications and forms here
• Please be aware that proper credentials will be needed at the time of application for any permit

Cost of Permit

Permit fees vary depending on the scope of the project but generally a minimum fee for residential projects is $40.00. Please contact our office to discuss specific permit needs and costs.

Guidelines 

• Commercial Projects
• Sheds & Detached Buildings
• Fences
• Decks
• Additions
• Basement Remodels

ZONING ADMINISTRATION

The Zoning Administrator is responsible for applications and enforcement of the City of Antigo’s Zoning Regulations in a consistent, fair, and timely manner. The position involves working with city residents and property owners as well as elected and appointed boards and officials. The Zoning Administrator is expected to assist applicants in understanding the zoning process, and to facilitate the application of permits and hearings. The Zoning Administrator helps enforce many of the City of Antigo’s Ordinances that pertain to structures and property.

• The City of Antigo Zoning Map is available here
• The City of Antigo Ordinance and Zoning Descriptions are available here
• For Zoning Permit Applications, Conditional Use Permit Applications, or Variance Applications please contact the Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator or the Assistant Building Inspector to discuss the process.