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Building Codes & Permits

The Building Inspection and Zoning Department provides for the health, safety and welfare of the community through regulation of building and zoning codes. The Building Inspection and Zoning Department provides building permits, electrical permits, plumbing permits, occupancy permits (for operation of a business), code enforcement (complaints and referrals) , and inspection services.

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City Land Sales

One of the principal functions of the Department of Development is to acquire, redevelop and resell abandoned and underutilized property in the City.

Downtown West Allis

Located on Greenfield Avenue between 70th and 76th Street, Downtown West Allis is home to a variety of unique shops, award-winning restaurants, and family-friendly events.

Do I Need a Permit?

Permitting and licensing in the City of West Allis are handled by several different departments. In general, permits are issued for individual projects and events. Licenses are are issued for ongoing activities and must be renewed annually.

Economic Development

The City of West Allis is the ideal location for your company to do business. Based on our central location in Southeastern Wisconsin, proximity to suppliers, markets, skilled labor and well-developed transportation infrastructure, West Allis has all of the right components for economic success.

Health Inspections

Environmental Health is a regulatory and licensing agency for food service establishments, public swimming pools, mobile home parks, bed and breakfasts, hotels and motels, school food service programs, recreational/educational camps, tattoo and body piercing establishments, and food vending machine operations.

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Licenses

The City Clerk's Office issues license for Amusement Distributor, Arcade, Beer, Wine and Liquor, Bowling Alley, Christmas Tree Lot, Cigarette and Tobacco Product Sales, Bartenders, Dance Hall, Direct Seller/Solicitor, Gun Range, Instrumental Music, Mobile Home Park, Pawnbroker, Pets dog or cat license, Phonograph Distributor and Tags, Pool Table and Billiards, Picnic, Precious Metal or Gem Dealer, Salvage and Recycling, Secondhand Store, Special Event, Tavern Entertainment, Taxi Operator, Trailer/Truck Rental, Used Vehicle Dealer

Mobile Food Vendors

View information regarding operating a mobile food establishment in West Allis.

Municipal Code

City of West Allis Revised Muncipal Code information, with access to online code.

Occupancy Permits

The West Allis Revised Municipal Code requires a Certificate of Business Occupancy be applied for and secured before engaging in any business activity in the City.

That's Why West Allis

Find out why businesses are choosing to begin or grow in West Allis. Browse business success stories from our community.

West Allis: The Ideal Choice

Your investment in West Allis will capture the numerous benefits of our central location and family-friendly neighborhoods.