The City of Franklin is now a fully delegated municipality and can conduct Commercial building, HVAC, and plumbing plan review for commercial buildings of unlimited size and is proud to announce a new partnership for commercial Plan Review with E-Plan Exam. ALL commercial building, HVAC, and plumbing plans that would be submitted to the State of Wisconsin for review can now be submitted through E-Plan Exam using the link below. Plan review(s) will be completed within 15 business days of when all required paperwork and fees are submitted. This new process will expedite the previous wait times and allow for your project to move along more efficiently.
In addition, Inspection Services is responsible for issuing drive approach and culvert permits, inspection of reported code violations, and updating codes and ordinances. Inspection Services also provides staff support to the Architectural Review Board.
ONLINE PERMIT APPLICATION PROGRAM FOR LICENSED CONTRACTORS ONLY
Welcome to the City of Franklin Inspection Services Online Permit Application Program - an initiative to strive for improved service to our customers. Please read the below information before getting started to ensure accurate and timely processing of your permit application.
The Online Permit Application Program only includes permits for work specified in the chart below. Please note that the chart also reflects what other permits are needed for the type of work you are planning. If your project is not listed in the table, please see the "APPLYING FOR ALL OTHER PERMITS" section below.
| Projects Accepting Online Permits |
Electric Permit Needed |
Plumbing Permit Needed |
HVAC Permit Needed |
Air Conditioner
New or Replacement for 1 & 2-Family Residential and Replacement ONLY for Multi-Family Dwelling Units. |
YES |
|
YES |
| Dishwasher/Garbage Disposal Replacements |
YES*** |
YES |
|
Furnace/Boiler
New or Replacement for 1 & 2-Family Residential and Replacement ONLY for Multi-Family Dwelling Units. |
YES |
YES* |
YES |
| All Other Plumbing Work |
|
YES |
|
| All Other Electrical Work |
YES |
|
|
| Sewer/Water Laterals |
|
YES |
|
| Water Heaters |
YES** |
YES |
|
*Only required when backflow protection device is being replaced.
**Only required for electric water heaters.
***Only required if altering/adding the electrical portion.
Please read the instructions carefully when in the online permit application program. Fill in all required information and include any required documentation. We are not able to process incomplete requests.
Please note that in order to submit an online permit, first-time users will need to establish an account in the BS&A Online Portal below and obtain a unique City PIN from the Inspection Services Department (414-425-0084).
For questions or assistance, and to get your City PIN, please contact Inspection Services Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 414-425-0084.
View example steps for the Online Permit Application process. To get started, please click the Online Permitting below to enter the BS&A Online Portal:
APPLYING FOR ALL OTHER PERMITS:
- Applications can be submitted in-person at the Inspection Services counter during regular hours from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (we recommend that applications be dropped off by 4 p.m.) or by mailing it to:
City of Franklin - Inspection Services
9229 W. Loomis Road, Franklin, WI 53132
PERMIT PICK-UP:
- Once a permit is issued, Inspection Services will contact the applicant and let them know the permit is ready for pick-up. Note: Some permits will be processed while you wait.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
- Applicant may PAY BY CHECK.
- Mail a check. Include address and permit number and note that check should be directed to Inspection Services.
- Drop a check in the outdoor drop box at the main entrance to City Hall. Envelope would need to indicate address and permit number and that it is for Inspection Services (applicant should call to let us know they are bringing in a payment).
- Pay by credit card at the Treasury Office.
- Online Payment Options (Service fees will apply based on transaction type and are non-refundable.)
INSPECTIONS:
- Permit holders shall have all required inspections completed by Inspection Services staff before work may commence.
Inspection Services
9229 W. Loomis Road
Franklin, WI 53132
generalinspection@franklinwi.gov
(use this email for general inquiries, record requests related to Inspection Services, and departmental/inspector correspondence )
Phone: 414-425-0084
Fax: 414-425-7513
Hours: M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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