• All customer information topics & applications
• Homeowner information topics & applications
• Electrical, plumbing and HVAC permit applications via the internet
• Quick reference: Does it need a permit?
• Permit & violation records
• Temas de información para el cliente

• Take the DNS Customer Satisfaction Survey
• What's the zoning of a property?
• Check plan review status
• Check land division status
• Is the property in a flood plain?
• Zoning & parcel information by address
• Map Milwaukee

The Development Center hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Walkin services for simple permits such as Fences, Garages, and Certificates of Occupancy, etc. as well as brief zoning consultations:

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Building and Zoning Code inquiries:

Telephone:    (414) 286-8210

Email:             DevelopmentCenterInfo@milwaukee.gov

Permits are available online for licensed electrical, plumbing and HVAC contractors on the ePermits website.

Are you applying for building permits? You need to be aware of charges from the Assessor. Information on the Property Record Maintenance Charge

The Milwaukee Development Center is the single source of contact for people and businesses needing permits to construct or remodel buildings in the city of Milwaukee. Development Center staff review building plans to ensure they comply with the Milwaukee building code, State of Wisconsin building code, and the City of Milwaukee zoning code. Staff also issue building permits, including permits to occupy the public way.

The Development Center is located at 809 N. Broadway, first floor. Parking is available at meter rates in the Milwaukee Center parking structure; the entrance is located on Kilbourn Avenue just west of Water Street.

To reach the Development Center, email DevelopmentCenterInfo@milwaukee.gov or call (414) 286-8211. Before you call, you can learn more about the Development Center's voice messaging system.

All appeals of matters relating to the zoning code are handled by the Board of Zoning Appeals.