Milwaukee Building Permits

Official fees, requirements, and Department of Neighborhood Services application links for common residential projects in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

🏛 Department of Neighborhood Services 📅 Updated April 2026

Project Types in Milwaukee

Select a project to see permit requirements, fees, and how to apply.

Deck Permit$100–$100 -- Required Fence Permit$65–$150 -- Sometimes Required Shed Permit$65–$250 -- Required Pool Permit$65–$65 -- Required Roof Replacement Permit$65–$65 -- Required Kitchen Remodel Permit$300–$1,000 -- Required Bathroom Remodel Permit$200–$800 -- Required ADU Permit$1,000–$2,500 -- Required Electrical Panel Permit$50–$300 -- Required HVAC Permit$65–$400 -- Required