Dane County regulates land disturbing activity within the county to protect surface water quality, promote infiltration, reduce sediment runoff, and mitigate flooding. Depending on the nature of your construction project, you may need a permit from our department. To determine if a permit is needed, please use the Do I Need a Permit flow chart, or contact staff for assistance. Please note that all permit determinations must be made in writing by our staff.
Applies to land disturbing activities outside the Shoreland Zone.
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May be required for land disturbing activities within the Shoreland Zone.
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Your project may also need a permit from another agency, common links are provided below. Please confirm permit requirements prior to beginning a project.
Department of Planning & Development
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
