Permit/Information Type Contact Phone #
Sell Food Health Dept. (414) 286-3674
Live Animals Health Dept. (414) 286-3674
Sell Alcoholic Beverages City Clerk License Div. (414) 286-2238
Sell non-food items (ex: T-shirts) City Clerk License Div. (414) 286-2238
Carnival Rides City Clerk License Div. (414) 286-2238
Tents larger than 600 sq. ft. Development Center (414) 286-8210
Bleachers Development Center (414) 286-8210
Fireworks Dept. of Neighborhood Services (414) 286-2513
To make a water supply or sewer connection Dept. of Neighborhood Services (414) 286-3361
For live music or use of LP gas Dept. of Neighborhood Services (414) 286-2268
Use of electrical power Dept. of Neighborhood Services (414) 286-2532
Use of Civic Center Plaza DPW-Special Events Office (414) 286-3329
Use of MacArthur Square DPW-Special Events Office (414) 286-3329
Use of Recreational Facilities The Milwaukee County Special Events Office (414) 257-4503
Use of Lincoln Memorial Drive The Milwaukee County Special Events Office (414) 257-4503
Use of County Parks The Milwaukee County Special Events Office (414) 257-4503


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