Building Inspector

The Building Inspector reviews plans, issues permits, and inspects all new construction and remodeling work within the City of Altoona. Use the list below to see if you need a building permit for your project.

Building
Permits

Apply for a building
permit online.

 

City Hall
1303 Lynn Avenue
Altoona, WI 54720

715-839-5192
Fax: 715-839-1800

Monday - Friday
7:30 AM - 4 PM

Building Inspector:
Matt Flatland • 715-271-6691
Email Matt »

Do I need a building permit?

YES - Permits are needed for the following:

  • Air Conditioning (adding or replacing)
  • Basement Remodel
  • Bathroom Remodel
  • Boiler (adding or replacing)
  • Deck or Outdoor Stairs (adding or replacing)
  • Door (adding, replacing, or removing)
  • Driveway or Parking Pad (enlarging or replacing)
  • Electrical Wiring (adding, altering, or replacing)
  • Fence
  • Fireplace (adding or replacing)
  • Furnace (adding or replacing)
  • Garage (adding, replacing, or removing)
  • Kitchen Remodel
  • Plumbing (adding fixtures, altering, or replacing)
  • Roof
  • Shed or Accessory Building (larger than 32 square feet, adding, replacing, or removing)
  • Siding (adding, replacing, or removing)
  • Space Heater - Fuel Burning (adding or replacing)
  • Swimming Pool (depth two feet or greater)
  • Walls or Partitions (adding or removing)
  • Window (adding, replacing, or removing)

NO - Permits are not needed for the following projects:

  • Door replacement of equal size
  • Fascia replacement
  • Floor coverings
  • Rain gutter replacement
  • Soffit replacement
  • Wall coverings interior (i.e. drywall, wallpaper, paneling)
  • Window replacement of equal size