Building Inspector
Walter Grotelueschen
Town Hall Phone: (262) 675-0415
Home Office Phone: (262) 675-0909
Email: building@townoftrenton.wi.gov
Office Hours - Wednesdays - 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Permit applications and digital plans can be submitted via email to Permits@townoftrenton.wi.gov
Payment types accepted:
- Cash
- Check (pay to Town of Trenton)
- Credit Card or e-check (fees apply)
Both paper and digital building plans must accompany applications for the following projects:
- New Home
- Addition
- Remodel
- Deck
- Fence
- Accessory Structure (shed, detached garage, etc)
WI DSPS Online Building Permit System
When building outside the existing footprint of any structure, such as an addition, deck or accessory structure, complete the following:
- Washington County Permit Signoff Self Certification Form
- Washington County Permit Application Review - Instructions
Fire Separation and dwelling unit separation (Wis. Stats. SPS 321.08)
Building Permit Applications - NEW RATES IN 2026 - PLEASE USE THE LATEST FORM
Building Permit Application 2026 - NEW RATES!
Agricultural/Commercial Building Permit Application
Driveway Culvert Permit Application - Required for new homes or when changing the driveway surface
Residential Electrical Permit Application 2026 - NEW RATES!
- Solar Energy Systems Checklist - Required for roof or ground solar installation
HVAC Permit Application 2026 - NEW RATES!