EPHRAIM ZONING DEPARTMENT
Ephraim Zoning
Zoning Administrator Brent Bristol's responsibilities include coordination with property owners, contractors, realtors and building inspectors on all building projects in Ephraim, enforcement of the zoning ordinances, and reporting to Historic Preservation and Plan Committee, Board of Appeals and the Village Board. As Building Inspector he is responsible for all phases of construction and inspection on residential structures until January 1, 2018.
The planning process in the Village of Ephraim is quite involved. This page is intended to provide some basic zoning information and application materials that pertain to most building projects in the Village of Ephraim. Below you will find links to various applicable codes and forms that should provide the residents of Ephraim with some basic information and resources on the Village Zoning Process. The most important information we can offer on this page would be to contact Brent as early in the planning process as possible. Almost every building related project in the Village requires permitting and The Zoning Administrator is here to assist you though this process.
Zoning Codes and Resources
The Link to the Village of Ephraim Zoning Codes Chapter 17, and the Ephraim Building Codes Chapter 4 can be found on the ordinance page. The Zoning Map can be found here.
Link to a table that summarizes the dimensional standards that apply to all zoning districts in the Village of Ephraim (setbacks, footprints, lot size, width...etc)
Click here to link to the Village of Ephraim Subdivision ordinance
For reference only - click here to link to the Village of Ephraim Zoning Permit application.
Accessory Structure Application
Click here to link to the application required for the construction of accessory structures (garages, fences, gazebos, sheds...etc)
Link to the Village of Ephraim Erosion Control Ordinance
Click here to link to the Village of Ephraim Land disturbance application
Application required for the erection or alteration of all signs in the Village of Ephraim
Straight forward non-fee form required for minor repair, replacement type building projects in the Village
Zoning Map
The Zoning Map can be found here.
For questions contact the Ephraim Zoning Administrator (920) 854-5501
For all building permits the new inspection service is
Door County Inspections LLC
Phone: (920) 495-1863
DOOR COUNTY INSPECTIONS LLC
Please see the following Primary contact information for permitting, municipal office hours, office locations and procedures for scheduling inspections.
Primary Inspector Contacts:
Brett Temme – (920) 495-1863, email: brett@doorcountyinspections.com
John Dwonch – (920) 495-1864, email: john@doorcountyinspections.com
Dave Szela – (920) 606-1392, send email questions to brett@doorcountyinspections.com
Municipalities and Office Hours
City of Sturgeon Bay - Office hours on Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday Mornings from 8:00 – 10:00 am or by appointment or at any other scheduled municipal office hours.
Location: City Hall, Room 222, 421 Michigan St.
Town of Egg Harbor – Office hours on Thursdays from 12-1 pm or by appointment or at any other scheduled municipal office hours. Location: Egg Harbor Town Hall - 5242 Cty I.
Town of Liberty Grove and Village of Ephraim – Office hours on Thursdays from 8:30 – 10:00 am or by appointment or at any other scheduled municipal office hours.
Location: Liberty Grove Town Hall -11161 Old Stage Rd.
Town of Jacksonport - Office hours by appointment or at any other scheduled municipal office hours. Location: Jacksonport Town Hall - 3693 Cty V.
Town of Sevastopol – Office hours by appointment or at any other scheduled municipal office hours. Location: 4528 State Hwy 57 (Institute)
Town of Sturgeon Bay - Office hours by appointment or at any other scheduled municipal office hours. Location: Please see City of Sturgeon Bay Location and office hours.
Procedures for Scheduling Inspections
In order to provide the most expediate services, we will continue to ask that inspection requests be made by 4 pm the day before you are needing the inspection. Same day requests will be based on scheduled work-loads.
Please call or text all inspection requests to: (920) 495-1863
You will need to give the municipality, jobsite address, type of inspection requested, date and time inspection needed and a return phone number.
I will take your inspection request directly, unless I am on another call, otherwise leave a message or text with the requested information and I will return your call or text for confirmation.
Feel free to call me with any questions at (920) 495-1863, email:brett@doorcountyinspections.com
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PROCEDURES FOR APPLYING FOR BUILDING PERMITS
Door County Inspections LLC – (920) 495-1863
NEEDED FOR NEW HOMES (Please list Tax Key Number on Permit Application)
1) 2 sets of Plans with cross sections, elevations, foundation, window & door schedule, wall brace plan, and signed "Conditions of Approval" form .
2) 1 copies of the Site Plan, with all details of building placement (show Erosion Control).
3) Copy of County Sanitary Permit.
4) Thermal Performance Sheets (Heat- Loss calculations).
5) Complete the State WI permit application(s) for building, HVAC, electrical & plumbing.
6) Building permit fee made payable to the appropriate municipality.
7) Include a copy of zoning permit from Door Co. Zoning Department or from municipality (Ephraim, Egg Harbor, Sturgeon Bay).
8) All permits must have the contractor’s license numbers or a signed cautionary statement from the owner.
9) Act 211- Register Home on State Web Site – https://verification.dsps.wi.gov/buildingpermit/application/Directions.aspx
NEEDED FOR ADDITIONS OF ANY TYPE
1) 2 sets of Plans with cross sections, elevations, foundation, window & door schedule, wall brace plan, and signed "Conditions of Approval" form.
2) 1 copies of the Site Plan, with all details of building placement (show Erosion Control).
3) Include a copy of zoning permit from Door Co. Zoning Department or from municipality (Ephraim, Egg Harbor, Sturgeon Bay).
4) Completed building permit application; electrical, plumbing and HVAC as required.
5) Building permit fee made payable to the appropriate municipality.
6) All permits must have the contractor’s license numbers or a signed cautionary statement from the owner.
NEEDED FOR ACCESSORY BUILDING OF ANY TYPE
1) 2 sets of Plans with cross sections, elevations, foundation, window & door schedule and signed "Conditions of Approval" form.
2) 1 copies of the Site Plan, with all details of building placement (show Erosion Control).
3) Include a copy of zoning permit from Door Co. Zoning Department or from municipality (Ephraim, Egg Harbor, Sturgeon Bay).
4) Completed building permit application; electrical, plumbing and HVAC as required.
5) Building permit fee made payable to the appropriate municipality.
6) All permits must have the contractor’s license numbers or a signed cautionary statement from the owner.
NEEDED FOR REMODELS OF ANY TYPE
1) 2 sets of plans, with complete details (before and after floor plan layout) and/or a scope of work to be performed.
2) Completed building permit application with estimated total cost of the project.
3) Remodels constituting a "gut" or major renovation will be treated as "new" construction (fees based on square footage).
4) May require a zoning permit from Door Co. Zoning or the appropriate municipality. Please confirm with zoning.
5) Building permit fee made payable to the appropriate municipality.
6) All permits must have the contractor’s license numbers or a signed cautionary statement from the owner.
NEEDED FOR COMMERCIAL PROJECTS
1) Submit plans for commercial plan review as required per SPS 361.30.
2) After plan review and approval, provide a copy of state approved plans with letter and seal, where required.
2) 1 copies of the Site Plan, with all details of building placement (show Erosion Control, DNR approval over 1 acre).
3) Copy of Door Co. Zoning approval or per the appropriate municipality.
4) Thermal Performance Sheets (Heat-Loss calculations).
5) Complete permit application(s) for building, HVAC, electrical & plumbing.
6) Building permit fee made payable to the appropriate municipality.
7) Include a copy of zoning permit from Door Co. Zoning Department or from municipality (Ephraim, Egg Harbor, Sturgeon Bay).
8) All permits must have the contractor’s license numbers listed as well as address and phone number.