Forms, Licenses, & Permits

The Village of Somerset contracts with Tony Feuerhelm, TF Inspection Agency for new and existing contruction. The Building Inspector reviews plans, issues permits, and inspects residential and commercial building projects. For more information visit TF Inspection Agency or call 715-386-5410.

Application Form

• Building Permit Application - Online
• Building Permit Application - fillable

Municipal Code

• § 14-3-7Building permits required; plans.

A Cigarette License is necessary in order to sell cigarettes or tobacco products in the State of Wisconsin. Detailed information can be found in the Wisconsin Alcohol Beverage and Tobacco Laws for Retailers manual. Licenses are renewed annually and run from July 1 through June 30.

Application Forms

• CTV-100 Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License Application
• CTV-101 Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vaping Device - Individual Questionnaire
• CTV-102 Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vaping Device - Appointment of Agent

Municipal Code

• § 7-3-1 Cigarette License - Required; fee; issuance.

The Village of Somerset is divided into zoning districts to ensure that land uses, buildings, and development patterns are compatible with surrounding properties and contribute to the orderly growth of the community.

Some types of land uses, however, have unique characteristics that may not be appropriate as automatically permitted uses within a zoning district. These uses may have varying impacts on neighboring properties, public facilities, traffic, noise levels, or other community interests. At the same time, they may provide important services or benefits and can be appropriate in certain locations when carefully reviewed.

These types of uses are known as Conditional Uses. A conditional use may be allowed within a zoning district when the Village determines that the proposed location, design, development, and operation of the use are compatible with surrounding properties and consistent with the public interest.

The Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process allows the Village to evaluate each proposal individually and, when appropriate, establish conditions to minimize potential impacts and ensure the use operates in a manner that is compatible with the surrounding area. This review helps balance property rights, community needs, and the long-term goals of the Village.

Application Form

• Conditional Use Permit Application

Municipal Code

• Article D - Conditional Uses

No person shall engage in direct sales within the Village of Somerset without being registered.

Application Form

• Direct Seller Permit Application

Municipal Code

• § 7-4-1Registration required for direct sales.

The Village of Somerset requires that all dogs five months of age or older be licensed. The license year is January 1 through December 31. In order to process a dog license, a current rabies vaccination record must be provided. This information can be obtained from your veterinarian.

Village residents may apply for a dog license by mail, in-person, or by using the utility drop box. Whichever method you choose, you must complete a dog license application, provide a rabies vaccination record and payment.

To report a dog running at large, please obtain as much information as possible about the animal and contact the Police Department.

Application Form

• Dog License Application

Municipal Code

• § 7-1-1License and tag required; definitions.

No person shall erect a fence in the Village without first obtaining a fence permit from the building inspector and paying a fee. The applicant shall provide the building inspector with accurate design information for the proposed fence. Permits may only be issued for proposed fences complying with this Section.

Application Form

• Fence Permit Application

Municipal Code

• Article G - Signs, Canopies, Awnings and Billboards

No person shall sell, expose or offer for sale, use, keep, possess, discharge or explode any fireworks except toy pistol paper caps, sparklers and toy snakes within the limits of the Village unless he/she shall be authorized by a fireworks permit as provided in Title 7, Chapter 6, of this Code of Ordinances. The term "fireworks" as used in this Section shall be defined as provided in Section 167.10(1), Wis. Stats., and shall be deemed to include all fireworks, rockets or similar missiles containing explosive fuel.

Application Form

• Fireworks Display Permit Application

Municipal Code

• § 11-2-4 Permit required for sale or discharge of fireworks.

A license to sell and serve beer or liquor is required by State Statutes Chapter 125. General information is also available at the Wisconsin Department of Revenue website.

Licenses are issued annually in the Village of Somerset with the license term being July 1 to June 30. Please contact the Clerk’s Office for more information on available and/or appropriate licensing for your facility or event.

Application Forms

• AB-200 Alcohol Beverage License Application
• AB-100 Alcohol Beverage - Individual Questionnaire
• AB-101 Alcohol Beverage - Appointment of Agent
• AB-220 Temporary Alcohol Beverage License
• Beer Garden

Municipal Code

• Chapter 2 - Fermented Malt Beverages & Intoxicating Liquor

Helpful Links

• Wisconsin Alcohol Beverage and Tobacco Laws for Retailers (PDF)
• Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 125 Alcohol Beverage
• Wisconsin Statutes Section 125.32 Operator Licenses

The Wisconsin public records law authorizes requesters to inspect or obtain copies of records maintained by government authorities.  The identity of the requester or the reason why the requester wants particular records generally do not matter for purpose of the public records law.  Records are presumed to be open for inspection and copying with some exceptions.  Requirements of the public records law apply to records that exist at the time a public records request is made. The public records law does not require authorities to provide requested information if no responsive record exists, and generally does not require authorities to create new records in order to fulfill public records requests.

Application Form

• Public Records Request Form

Any individual (18 or older) who is serving or selling alcohol beverages in an establishment with a Class A or Class B license must obtain an operator's license (commonly called a bartender’s license), unless the person is under the “immediate supervision” of one of the following:

• The licensee
• Someone with the privilege of an operator's license
• A person with an operator's license
• The approved agent of a corporation or limited liability company

Applicant must be 18 years or older, may not have been convicted of a felony or be a “habitual law offender,” and have completed a responsible beverage server training course.

Application Forms

• Operator's License Application

Municipal Code

• Article B - Operator's License

• Replat Application

Municipal Code

• § 14-1-35Requirements for replats; action by board.

Signs shall not be erected or altered until a permit has been reviewed and approved by the Zoning Administrator/Building Inspector. "Altered" shall be defined as any modification in the size, height, dimensions, location or mounting of a sign other than routine maintenance.

Application Form

• Sign Permit Application

Municipal Code

• Article G - Signs, Canopies, Awnings and Billboards

A special assessment search is a municipal records check conducted by title companies to identify unpaid charges or pending public improvement fees tied to a specific property.

Application Form

• Real Property Status Form

The streets in possession of the Village are primarily for the use of the public in the ordinary way. However, under proper circumstances, the Village may grant a permit for street use, subject to reasonable municipal regulation and control.

Application Form

• Street Use Permit Application

Municipal Code

• § 7-7-1 Permit for use of streets; application; denial; insurance.

• New Utility Customer
• New Resident Information Brochure
• Refuse & Recycling Information
• Utility Rates
• Utility Account Update Form
• Email Utility Bill
• Automatic Payment Authorization
• Outside Water Usage
• Sewer Utility Brochure
• Your Bill of Rights
• Sewer Credit Policy
• Sewer Hookup Application

Terminating Utility Services

If you are moving and wish to terminate Somerset Utilities service in your name, please call us at (715) 247-3395 Monday through Thursday between the hours of 8:00 - 4:00

• Rezone Application

Municipal Code

• § 13-1-181Amendment process.