Licenses and Permits

Village of Minong Schedule of Fees

DOG LICENSE INFORMATION

Reminder—Dog Licenses are Due April 1st Each Year!

You must bring in a current copy of your rabies vaccination certificate from your Vet. We cannot issue you a dog license without it.

Pursuant to WI Stat/ 174-052, notice is hereby given to all Washburn County dog owners that you are required to license and vaccinate for rabies under the provisions of WI State. 95.21(2), any dog over 5 months of age. The license year is from Jan 1—Dec 31. Dogs not licensed within 30 days of ownership or after 5 months of age will be subject to a late fee of not less than $5 per dog and will be subject to citation and forfeiture.

Dog Licensing Questions?

Does my dog need a license?
Yes. All dogs five (5) months of age or older must be licensed.

Why should I get a license for my dog?
The most important reason is to prevent the spreading of rabies. Rabies is a health threat and can be fatal for humans if it is not treated properly. Animal licensing helps Washburn County monitor compliance with state rabies vaccination laws. A license helps to protect your furry loved one should they become lost! When your dog has its license attached to its collar, its assigned license number is all that is necessary for our law enforcement officers, and the County to identify the dog’s owner.

What do I do if I find a lost dog? How do I report if my dog is lost? 
Please contact the Village of Minong Police Department or contact Washburn County to make a report. Village of Minong Police Chief: Marshal Savitski or Patrol Officer Lucas Shepard Phone: 715-466-2266. minongpd@villageofminongwi.gov.

Administration: (715) 468-4700
Dispatch/Jail: (715) 468-4720
TIP Line: (715) 468-2720
How often does the license have to be renewed?
Dog licenses must be renewed annually. Licenses are valid from January 1 thru December 31. You have until April 1st of the following year to comply.

How do I get a replacement license?
If you or your pet loses a license, you can request a replacement by contacting the Village of Minong Clerk’s Office at janel@villageofminongwi.gov or by calling 715-466-2322.

What if I move?
If you move out of the Village and have a current or prior year license for your dog, please notify the Village of Minong Clerk’s Office at janel@villageofminongwi.gov or by calling 715-466-2322 so that we can update your information and delete your dog’s information from our jurisdiction.

What if my dog passes away during the year?
We are so sorry for the loss of your furry family member. If your dog passes away during the year, please contact the Village of Minong Clerk’s Office at janel@villageofminongwi.gov or 715-466-2322 so that we can update your information and delete your dog’s information from our jurisdiction. You may also download our form letting us know your pet has passed by CLICKING HERE.

Can I pay for my dog license online if my rabies vaccination information is still current?
Yes! You can use our AllPaid New Payments Link from the Menu. Or:  CLICK HERE TO PAY NOW Please be sure to put the purpose of your payment in the Notes section of the AllPaid portal. **Remember, we must have a current copy of your rabies certificate. If it is expired, you will need to email us at janel@villageofminongwi.gov or bring your updated copy to the Village Office. 

Can I still pay for my dog license with cash or a check? 
Yes! You can come in between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to pay and receive your dog license. You may also drop your payment in our drop slot on the front village office door and we will mail you your license or call you when your dog’s license is ready based on your written request.

How long does it typically take before I receive my dog license?
Licenses paid online are sent through postal mail and should arrive within (3-7) business days. If you do not receive your license within this period, please contact the Village of Minong Clerk’s Office at janel@villageofminongwi.gov or by calling 715-466-2322.

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Chicken License Application & Instructions

VM Chicken application – Click Here

DATCP Home Premises Registration (wi.gov)

For more information, see section 6.5 – Animals on the keeping of Chickens within the Village of Minong.

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LIQUOR LICENSE INFORMATION

LICENSE FEES

Liquor License: $500.00

Publication Fee: $25.00 (subject to change by publisher)

Operator’s License: $15.00    OPERATOR’S LICENSE CLICK HERE

Cigarette License: $25.00

License Year: July 1st to June 30th of each calendar year regardless of when an application is made. Fees are not pro-rated.

All liquor license holders must submit a copy of their current Sellers Permit, EIN, and Restaurant License.

We will not be able to process your Alcohol Beverage Application without a current copy of your Sellers Permit, EIN, and Restaurant License. Please pay attention to the areas of your application requiring this information to be filled in.

Fillable liquor license forms are available at: revenue.wi.gov. Corporations must apply for a license under the name registered with the Secretary of State’s Office.

State law requires that all applications for liquor or beer licenses must be submitted to the Village Clerk’s office at least fifteen (15) days before the Village Board may act upon the application. Deadline dates will be sent to each owner between March 1st and April 1st each year.

BASIC APPLICATION PROCESS

  • All Liquor License applications must be to the clerk’s office with payment by a specific date outlined each year. All applications must be published 15 days prior to the next board meeting for approval.
  • Operator’s Licenses are due prior to the next board meeting for approval.
  •  Village Board meets and takes action on all applications.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Please make sure all your operator’s license applications are notarized or signed in the presence of the village clerk.

We are requiring that all business owners also return an operator license application along with their operators to be used for a background check.

Operators must show certification of passing their Beverage Server Course if it is a new license or new operator.

Operator License paid by the business owner for all operators: Please write one check multiplied by the number of operators at $15.00 per application including owner application. No cash.

If paid by the individual bartender/operator, cash or check is acceptable for $15.00 per application.

Please write a separate check for the liquor license publication fee of $25.00.

Please write a separate check for the liquor license fee of $500.00.

If a cigarette license application is enclosed, please complete and return with a separate check for $25.00.

Method of payment: Checks only for Publication fees, Liquor License fees, and Cigarette License fees.

Please make a copy of your applications before submission so you know how to fill them out from year to year.

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BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION INFORMATION

Building Permit: CLICK HERE

Sign Permit Application: CLICK HERE

Please be advised, that in certain situations; board approval may be necessary for your permit application request.

No building of any kind shall be moved within or into the village and no new building or structure, or any part thereof shall hereafter be erected, or ground broken for the same, or enlarged, altered, moved, demolished, razed, or used within the village, except as herein provided, until a permit therefor shall first have been obtained by the owner, or his authorized agent, from the building inspector or his designee. Prior to commencing any of the following work, the owner or his agent shall obtain a valid permit for:

New buildings

Additions that increase the physical dimensions of a building; including decks

Alterations to the building structure; the cost shall include market labor value, or alterations to the building’s heating, electrical, or plumbing systems. Permits are required for re-siding.

Any electrical wiring for new construction or remodeling.

Any HVAC for new construction or remodeling.

Any plumbing for new construction or remodeling.

Building Inspector – Steven J. Boss 10480 N. Red Pine LN Hayward, WI 54843. Is contracted with the Village of Minong for new dwellings, manufactured dwellings, foundations for existing dwelling units, and additions or alterations to dwellings originally built since June 1, 1980. The building inspector fees are separate from the required fee from the Village for a building permit. 

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EXCEPTIONS TO REQUIRED BUILDING PERMIT (PERMIT NOT NEEDED)

Permits are not required for the replacement of major building equipment including furnaces, central air conditioners, water heaters, other major pieces of equipment, and plumbing, venting, electrical or gas supply systems when altered.

Exempted are finishing of interior surfaces, installation of cabinetry, and minor/general repair as deemed by the building inspector. However, unless structural calculations are provided, no more than two layers of roofing shall be installed on a roof.

*A building permit is required by the Village of Minong for all roofing projects. Please indicate how you plan on disposing of the roofing/construction material in the “Conditions of Approval” section of the permit, or attach the disposal information to the permit.

Agricultural buildings in properly zoned districts are exempt.

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APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMIT

Application for a building permit shall be made in writing upon a form furnished by the building inspector or his designee and shall state the name and address of the owner of the land and also the owner of the building if different, the legal description of the land upon which the building is to be located, the name and address of the designer, the use to which said building is to be put and such other information as the building inspector may require.

You can obtain a building permit from the Minong Village Office located at 123 5th Ave Minong, WI 54859 between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Or, click the link above.

Fees are subject to change according to work required and set by the building inspector. For the full information about building permit requirements in the Village of Minong, please go to our “Links” page and click on “Village of Minong Ordinances” and do a search for “building permits”.

Questions? Call the Village Office: 715-466-2322.

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