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| Department/Division | Title | Description | URL |
| PLU | Development & Zoning Permits |
Permit information for construction or grading projects, new businesses or changes to an existing business, rezoning of lands, variance of ordinance requirements, land use amendments to the Waukesha County Comprehensive Development Plan.
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https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/parks-and-land-use/planning-and-zoning/permitszoning-approvals/ |
| PLU | Septic Systems |
Waukesha County Environmental Health staff ensure septic systems are properly designed, installed, and maintained in order to protect our ground and surface waters and reduce the spread of disease. This is done through reviewing plans, issuing sanitary permits, inspection during construction, and ensuring proper maintenance for the following septic/sanitary system types: mound, at-grade, non-pressurized inground (conventional), pressurized inground, holding tank. |
https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/parks-and-land-use/environmental-health/septic-systems/#PreliminarySiteEvaluation |
| PLU | Private well: water quality sampling & analysis |
Private well owners are encouraged to test wells yearly or after modifying them in any way. Wells should also be tested when any change in taste, odor or appearance is noticed. Waukesha County Environmental Health offers well water sampling and analysis to identify contaminants that can impact water quality and health. You will need a water sample kit that includes a sterile bottle, detailed instructions for collecting the sample and a lab reporting slip. In our state certified laboratory we can conduct bacteriological and chemical test for contaminants including: coliform bacteria, nitrates, fluoride, hardness, chloride, and iron. Private laboratories also provide these services. |
https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/parks-and-land-use/environmental-health/private-well-water-quality-and-laboratory-services/ |
| PLU | Sanitary Permits | A Sanitary Permit is required for the installation of any initial, modified, additional or replacement private sewage system serving a public or private building. The licensed plumber who is responsible for the private sewage system installation, completes and submits the sanitary permit application and fee to the Environmental Health Division. | https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/parks-and-land-use/environmental-health/septic-systems/ |
| PLU | License Establishment | Waukesha County Environmental Health staff are responsible for licensing and inspecting food, lodging, and recreational facilities within Waukesha County to protect public health and safety. This includes the following types of facilities: restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, taverns, mobile food trucks, farmers markets’, other retail food establishments, public swimming pools, hotels/motels, tourist rooming houses, bed and breakfasts, campgrounds, and recreational/educational camps. | https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/parks-and-land-use/environmental-health/food-and-recreational-licensing/ |
| PLU | Stormwater and Erosion Control Permits | Stormwater and Erosion Control Permits are designed to manage water runoff and minimize environmental impact due to construction and land development activities. These permits ensure that developers implement proper drainage systems to prevent flooding, sedimentation, and erosion, protecting water quality and nearby ecosystems. They typically require planning measures like sediment barriers and silt fences, thus safeguarding soil stability and surrounding habitats during and after construction projects. | https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/parks-and-land-use/land-resources/stormwater/ |
| DPW | Access to County Highway Permits | Access to County Highway Permits are essential for regulating entry points onto county highways, ensuring safety and maintaining efficient traffic flow. These permits are required for any new or modified access, like driveways or business entrances, onto a county highway. They help prevent traffic congestion, ensure safe sight distances, and protect the integrity of highway infrastructure. By controlling access, these permits contribute to road safety and effective transportation network management. | https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/public-works/access-permits/ |
| DPW | Utilities in a County Highway Permits | Utility Permits are crucial for managing and coordinating the installation, maintenance, or removal of utility infrastructure, such as water, sewer, gas, electric, or telecommunication lines, within public rights-of-way. These permits ensure that utility work aligns with safety standards and minimizes disruption to existing roadways and traffic. They provide guidelines for excavation and ensure that repair and restoration meet regulatory compliance, helping preserve public infrastructure integrity and service reliability. | https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/public-works/utility-permit/ |
| PLU | Park System Permits & Easements |
Some activities at Waukesha County Parks may require you to obtain a permit. Questions? Contact Guest Services at 262-548-7801. |
https://waukeshacounty-002-us.govstack.com/parks-and-land-use/park-system/parks-forms-and-permits/ |
