General Questions and Assistance 
Call:   (262) 835-6435

Building Inspector
Kirk Buchaklian, (262) 835-6420

Assistant Building Inspector
Jim Keeker, Assistant Building Inspector, (262) 835-6406

Plumbing Inspector
Tom Bissonnette, (262) 835-6418

Electrical Inspector
Jerry Kortendick, (262) 835-6407

Administrative Assistant
Mary Jo Schmidt,(262) 835-6435

Department Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 am. - 5:00 p.m.

Building Inspector Hours
Mon. - Fri. 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Inspectors are usually in the Office: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Inspectors are usually in the field:  10:00 a.m. to Noon & 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Electrical Inspector Hours
This is a part-time position, call to schedule an appointment. 

When is a Building Permit Required?
All new residential dwellings*
All new commercial buildings*
All additions* and alterations - i.e. rec. rooms
Moving of buildings*
Swimming pools*
Sheds*
Decks*
Garages*,** /pole barns*
Razing
Heating, air conditioning and fireplaces
Roofing
Siding
Plumbing
Electrical
This is a partial listing.  Other activities may also required a permit
* Requires zoning permit
**Garages that are in a residential area require a variance through the Village of Caledonia before they can apply for a zoning permit if over 720 square feet.

Racine County Zoning Permit
To obtain a building permit that requires re-zoning, you must first contact Racine County Planning & Development at 14200 Washington Avenue, Sturtevant, WI 53177, 262-886-8475 for a zoning permit and submit the following information to that office:
1. A plotted survey for any new residential or commercial buildings.
2. A hand drawn survey showing proposed structure and setbacks. (Setbacks - distances from lot line to the front, back and side of the structure.) Note, all setbacks are handled by Racine County Planning & Development.
3. If the site requires a private sewage disposal system, a sanitary permit must also be obtained from Racine County Planning & Development.

After the zoning permit has been issued by RCPD, the individual then applies for a building permit from the Village of Caledonia. A copy of the zoning application w/survey, orange zoning permit card, proposed plan and sanitary permit, if needed, must be presented to the Village of Caledonia building department.

New Home
1) Zoning application w/survey and orange zoning permit card
2) Two sets of house plans
3) Two energy worksheets - acquired from the heating contractor
4) WI engineering stamp for floor & roof trusses and a plan layout of trusses
5) If a mound system is needed,the sanitary permit from Racine County Planning & Development is    required
6) Specifications for a pre-fabricated fireplace, if applicable 
7) Two copies of a parcel survey
8) Copy of contractor license w/address & phone number

Commercial Building
1) Zoning application w/survey and orange zoning permit card
2) Two sets of complete state approved plans slowing electrical, plumbing, heating & air conditioning and structural plans.

Sewer and Water Utility Districts
If you are in an established sewer and water utility district, fees must be paid to the Caledonia Sewer and Water Utility at the Caledonia Village Hall. A receipt is required before a building permit will be issued. To hook-up service, contact the district at (262)681-3900. For any additional information, please contact the Building Department.