Permits and Licenses

Permits & Licenses

With fourteen different city departments, the process of learning what permit one needs for home or business can be a bewildering process.

A permit is a contract between the City of Wauwatosa and person or organization completing work on a particular property.

A license is a statement of qualifications that a person or organization has met some minimum level of performance.

After each section of permits and licenses is a short description, requirements statement, and often an application and brochure that can be downloaded. There may also be a link to the relevant part of the municipal code referencing the particular permit and / or license.

You will see a number of different phone numbers and e-mail addresses referenced.

FEES for Permits/Licenses
Comprehensive 2008 list of permit and license fees by department

Beer and Liquor Licenses - Wauwatosa, WI
Information about requirements and application process for various alcohol-related licenses.

Bicycle License (Registration)
Register bicycles at any Wauwatosa fire station

Block Party Permit - Wauwatosa, WI
Block Parties have always been popular in Wauwatosa. Find out more information about block parties and download a permit application.

Building, Electrical, and Plumbing Licenses
Some basic licensing information for contractors and property owners regarding building/ remodeling, electrical and plumbing work.

Building Permits
Information regarding building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical permits, as well as garages, fences, decks, pools, signage, and permit fees.

Dog and Cat Licensing Information
Information on licensing your dog or cat.

Fire/Safety
Fire Department permits/fees

Food & Restaurant Licenses - Wauwatosa, WI
Learn about the application process and download applications for Wauwatosa, Wisconsin restaurants and food establishments.

Planning and Zoning Permits
More information to apply for applicable planning or zoning permits, including downloadable application forms.

Street Occupancy Permits (Drive Approaches, Sidewalks, Dumpsters, etc.)
Find out how and when to obtain a Street Occupancy Permit

Misc. Licenses Issued for Wauwatosa, WI
All other licenses issued by City Clerk.