How Does One Obtain A Sanitary Permit?

Take your soil evaluation results, site plans, and construction information to a Wisconsin licensed Master Plumber who will complete the necessary forms and obtain the Sanitary Permit. The plumber is responsible for the installation of the private sewage system. Sanitary permits are valid for a period of two years from the date of issuance, and are both renewable and transferable, except for some plans requiring state approval. Renewals and/or transfers must be completed before the expiration date of the current permit.

Privy permits may be applied for by the property owner. The owner then completes the Sanitary Permit application and signs the responsibility statement. A Privy Agreement is required to be filed and recorded at the Register of Deeds office. Privy permits require a soil boring to a depth of three (3) feet below the bottom of the pit.

Privies are only allowed in the following zoning districts: Residential Recreational 2 (RR-2), Residential Agricultural (RA), Agricultural (AG), and Forestry (FOR).

Pit privies also require soil tests as well as sanitary permits.