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Building Inspection Counter Appointments

Building Inspection plan review and zoning review counters will be open to the public by appointment only.

Demolition Notification

Plan Commission Demolition Permit Interested Parties Notification

The Plan Commission is required to grant approval of demolition permits for all principal structures in the City of Madison. Examples of principal structures include most single-family residences, multi-family buildings and large commercial structures. Accessory structures like residential garages and sheds are exempted and do not require Plan Commission approval. (For more information, please see MGO Sec. 28.185)

Prior to the filing of an application for a demolition permit approval from the Plan Commission, the applicant or his/her agent is required to notify a list of interested persons registered with the City 30 days prior to filing their application using the form on the following page.

Please describe the type of structure and provide it’s City address and contact information for interested parties to reach you at to discuss your proposal. A field is included on the form to provide additional information about your demolition permit, though it is not mandatory. Once you have completed the form, please hit “submit”. Your message will be reviewed by City staff, and if properly completed, will be submitted to the registered list. You will receive an e-mail confirming the status of your submittal from City staff within three business days.

If you have questions about the filing of demolition permit requests to the Plan Commission or the pre-application notification requirements, do not hesitate to contact the Planning Division at (608) 266-4635.

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Land Development

  • Private Property
    • Annex / Attach Land
    • Conditional Use
    • Condominium Creation / Conversion / Amendment Application
    • Demolish a Building
      • Demolition Notification
    • Erosion Control
    • Existing Specific Implementation Plan Alterations
    • Landmarks & Construction in Historic Districts
    • Rezoning Property
    • State Environmental Permits
    • Storm Water Management
    • Subdividing Land
    • Urban Design Approvals
    • Variances
  • Public Right of Way
    • Excavate in Right of Way
    • Storm Water Connection Permit
    • Street Encroachment / Privilege in Streets
    • Street Occupancy
    • Street Terrace Alterations (Sidewalk, Terrace, Drive Apron)
    • Street Vacation

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Planning Department
215 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Suite 017
Madison, WI 53703

  • Hours:
    Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Annex / Attach Land Questions
  • Subdividing Land Questions
  • Phone: (608) 266-4635
  • Fax: (608) 267-8739
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  • Hours:
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  • Phone: (608) 266-4551
  • Building Plan Review:
    (608) 266-4559
  • Fax: (608) 266-6377
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