A basement remodel in Hales Corners falls under interior remodels, which the village puts on its list of permits that need inspector approval.
Hales Corners building inspection
Interior remodels and alterations are on the list of permits that need inspector approval [1]. If you remove walls and finishes, you must apply for a building permit and may need calculations for beams and headers [1].
Do I need a permit to finish a basement in Hales Corners?
Yes for interior remodels and alterations. The village puts those on its list of permits that need inspector approval, and application questions go to 414-529-6172 [1].
Who does the inspections?
The village lists Greendale's Director of Inspection Services for residential inspections, at (414) 423-2100 x 3107, according to its building inspection page [1].
Next steps
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Sources
- Village of Hales Corners, Building Inspection. https://halescornerswi.gov/departments/building-inspection/