Village of Brown Deer

Village of Brown Deer, Wisconsin

INSPECTION DEPARTMENT

4800 West Green Brook Drive
Brown Deer, WI 53223
(414)371-3030 / FAX (414)371-3045

Here is a list of some of the most common things that you DO need a permit for.

Building Permits:

Remodel the basement (rec. room, office, playroom, etc.)

Construct a storage shed

Construct a garage

Construct an addition to house or garage (including 3-season or screen room)

Construct a deck

Apply siding and/or soffit & fascia

Roofing (tear off or second layer)

Install a swimming pool (above-ground or in-ground)

Install a hot tub (exterior)

Erect a fence

Install a patio door (if none exists)

Electrical Permits:

Remodeling of any kind where outlets or lighting is added or changed

Upgrade electrical service

Upgrade electrical panel box

Wire garage door opener

Wire central air conditioning and/or furnace, even if replacing existing units

Wiring for swimming pool or hot tub

Plumbing Permit

Install new or replace existing fixtures (toilet, bathtub, sink, dishwasher, laundry tray, water heater, etc.)

H.V.A.C. Permit

Install new OR replacement furnace and/or central air conditioning

Install a fireplace or wood burning stove

Install a space heater

This list does not cover every type of permit you may need. A good rule of thumb is to call the Building Inspection Department before starting any project to ask about permits.

If you have any questions, feel free to call the Inspection Department at (414) 371-3030

A common problem occurs when homeowners hire a contractor to perform work for them and the contractor neglects to obtain the necessary permits and, in some cases, fails to perform the work properly. To prevent this problem from occurring on your project, we recommend the following:

Have an understanding with the contractor, in writing, who is responsible for obtaining the permit. Permits must be obtained by the contractor doing the work.
Do not pay the contractor in full but withhold a mutually agreed percentage of the contract until the work is completed and inspected and approved by the Building Inspection Department.
Be aware that plumbers must be licenses by the State of Wisconsin, electricians must be licensed by the State of Wisconsin and the Village of Brown Deer, and construction contractors must be certified by the State of Wisconsin to perform work on your home.