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APPLICATION Process FOR OUTBUILDINGS
(Pole Sheds, Detached Garages, Garden Sheds, ETC.)

1. Gather, Complete and Save Required Documents below.
  • Save documents as PDF files, max 16 GB, each document must have a different file name for each upload even if the same document is being uploaded more than once. 


2. Use the On-Line Application Portal (link below) to fill out application & upload documents
  • ​The online portal will not save application progress so have all documents ready to go before entering portal.

Are you building a shed or an outbuilding with LIVING QUARTERS?

Any structure that a person sleeps in (even occasionally or temporarily) is a dwelling and must be permitted like one.  See the New Dwelling/Structure with Living Quarters process. 

Required Documents

Applicant Signature Form

1

This form is required to confirm your application. Please review the information and sign to acknowledge and authorize the application.

Building Cross Section Worksheet

2

Complete the Building Cross Section Worksheet. Your application will be rejected if this form is not completed and uploaded.

Finalized Building Plans

3

Provide outbuilding plans detailing construction including footing, foundation, (or post hole size and placement) wall construction, roof construction etc.

Land Use, Zoning, or Conditional Use Permit or Zoning Responsibility Statement

4

A Land Use, Zoning, or Conditional Use Permit is not the same as a Building Permit. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all applicable…

Site Plan

5

The site plan should detail structure placement, the well location, septic area, drainage easements, property easements, driveway location, utility placement and/or any other pertinent information. …

Town of Star Prairie-Additional Info Required

6

The Town of Star Prairie requires an Affidavit and Restrictive Covenant for accessory structures. This affidavit needs to be printed, filled out, notarized and the…

Town of Somerset- Additional Information Required

7

The Town of Somerset requires an Affidavit and Restrictive Covenant for accessory structures. This affidavit needs to be printed, filled out, notarized and then recorde…

IMPORTANT Insulation Requirements


1. R15 frost protection required for In-Floor Heat

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2. Spray foam insulation must be covered by 1/2" sheetrock, 1/2 " OSB, or 1/2" plywood

See SPS 321.11 

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