Greenfield names finished basements twice on its permit list, once under building permits and once under electrical.
Greenfield's permit list
"Rec Rooms and Finished Rooms in Basements" appear under building permits and again under electrical permits, and kitchen and bath alterations are on the plumbing list [1]. Inspections for finished basements go through SafeBuilt at 262-420-4732 or [email protected] [2].
Do I need a permit to finish a basement in Greenfield?
Yes. Greenfield lists rec rooms and finished basement rooms under both building permits and electrical permits on its permit list [1].
Can I apply as the homeowner?
The city posts homeowner forms for building, electrical, HVAC and plumbing permits, and a dwelling owner signs a cautionary affidavit [2].
Next steps
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Sources
- City of Greenfield, Do I Need a Permit? https://www.ci.greenfield.wi.us/781/Do-I-Need-a-Permit
- City of Greenfield, Inspection Services. https://www.ci.greenfield.wi.us/260/Inspection-Services