Land Use Department
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View information related to the Land Use Department, download applications, and view past permits.
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Contact UsLand Use Administrator Dan Prunuske can be reached at 920-887-3128 or 920-887-0791, extension 15 or by email Lua@bdtown.org
The Town of Beaver Dam has adopted its own zoning code. The code sets guidelines for all land related activities that take place within the town. These activities include, but are not limited to, construction and remodeling of buildings, structures, signs, pools, and solar and standby power systems. Fences do not require a permit, but there are limitations regarding fence height and location.
Dodge County enforces shoreland zoning within 1,000 feet of Beaver Dam Lake, Crystal Lake and Lake George. It also enforces shoreland zoning within 300 feet of any navigable stream/river. Property owners are advised to consult with Dodge County Land Resources and Parks 920-386-3700 x-2 prior to commencing any project in the shoreland area.
Please be advised that for virtually all town roads, the 66 foot strip of land, 33 feet on either side of the center of the road, is owned or controlled by the Town. You may not excavate, fill, or grade, install fences, pipes, conduits, wires, signs or any other structure in the 66 foot strip without the permission of the Town.
All Plan Commission meetings and Board of Appeals meetings are held in a public forum at the town hall with input from the requesting party, the committee board members, and any concerned citizens prior to approval or denial of the requested item.
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Building Permit - New 1- 2 Family Dwelling
A Building Permit is required to construct a new residence. The Land Use Administrator will review the steps of the process with the contractor or home owner. Upon completion of all related paperwork, the information will be reviewed by the town's Land Use Administrator and the town's building inspector to ensure all required information has been submitted. This process normally takes a week to complete. You will be contacted when the permit is ready to be picked-up. The fee for this permit is dependent upon size and value of structure. Minor building projects where the cost of the materials is less than $2,500 or the cost of the materials + labor is less than $5,000 require no permit from the Town.
Building Permit - Remodel > $50,000
A building Permit is required for home improvements if the cost of materials exceeds $25,000 or the cost of materials + labor exceeds $50,000. A building Permit is also required for electrical service entrance upgrades.
A Variance is required if a proposed use does not met the requirements of the town zoning code. Any person may seek an appeal from the decision of the zoning administrator, plan commission or the town board concerning the literal enforcement of the zoning code. Variances and appeals are granted or denied by the Board of Appeals after a public hearing.
A Conditional Use Permit is required for certain activities in certain zoning districts. Refer to the zoning code and the zoning map or consult the Land Use Administrator prior to commencing any change or addition of use. Conditional Use Permits are granted or denied by the Plan Commission after a public hearing.
A Driveway Permit is required for driveway construction in the town road right-of-way. A Driveway Permit may also be required for modifications to an existing driveway. Consult with the Land Use Administrator to determine if a permit is required.
A Land Use Permit is required to construct a garage, shed, grain bin, deck, home addition or improvements if the cost of the materials is more than $2,500 and less than $25,000.00 or the materials + labor is more than $5,000 and less than $50,000.
A Letter of Intent/Minor Land Division is required to reduce the size of an existing parcel. A Plat Application is required for a new subdivision or addition to an existing subdivision. All proposed land divisions are referred to the Plan Commission. Any land division involving dedication of land to the Town and all plats/major subdivisions are also referred to the Town Board.
Rezoning is required to change the use of an existing parcel. All rezoning requests are acted upon by the Plan Commission after a public hearing and if approved, by both the Town Board and the County Board. Note that rezoning requests that are not in conformance with the Town's Comprehensive Plan may require revision of that Plan.
A Sign Permit is required to install or upgrade most commercial signs. Contact the Land Use Administrator for additional information.
A pool permit is required for all swimming pools or ponds where the water is deeper than 18 inches.