Scan Before You Swim: There was a cyanobacteria bloom identified and while beaches remain open, we’re encouraging everyone to check before they swim/keep pets away from water with a visible HAB bloom. It is importance to “scan before swimming” and avoid swimming or other aquatic activities (tubing, water skiing, etc.) in discolored water/visible algal mats.     

TEST TW WEATHER

Bldg Permit FAQ

Who do I Contact if I need a Permit?

Contact Joe Mesler at 262-728-3471 X206 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-3pm or Call Joe on his cell phone 262-215-3711.

Please note that the Town of Delavan has a 10% Admin Fee, effective February 1, 2013. All Building permits are valid for 24 months (ie: two years).

Click Here for Building Permit Building Permit Application

Open Records Requests

If you would like to request any records, you must submit a formal Record Request. Please download and complete the "Open Record Request Form and return to the Town at [email protected] or at Town Hall.

There is a $.25 per page charge. Please see our FEES ordinance for more details.

 Delavan Planning & Zoning Permit Forms

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Amended Conditional Use Permit

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Conditional Use Application Packet

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Plan Commission Application

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Rezone Packet

For more information on Planning and zoning, please CLICK HERE.

What Projects Will I Need a Permit For?

  • Driveways -
  • All new buildings and additions to existing buildings.
  • Anytime there is a structural change to an existing building.
  • Replacement of roofing or siding, or changing window size.
  • Additions or repairs to porches, decks,  garages, pools/hot tubs, or storage sheds to a property.
  • Modifications to plumbing, heating, air conditioning, or electrical systems, including the replacement of furnaces, water heaters or air conditioners.
  • Alteration to room sizes or creation of new rooms.
  • For all new businesses.
  • For established businesses that change focus and/or location within the Town, a Plan of Business Operations form must be submitted to the Zoning Department for approval.

Click Here for More Details about Permits in Walworth County

What about a Fence?

A permit is not needed to build a fence but their are regulations for fences in the Town of Delavan (ie: Walworth County).  Fencing Regulations