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Alternate side parking on the residential streets is enforced during the months of December, January, February and March per Municipal Code 10.22(4).

Click here for Dells Amtrak Station information.

Kheli in the Planning and Zoning Office at (608) 432-1513.
Chris in the Public Works office at (608) 253-2542 x407.
Annexation application and other related annexation information can also be found under the Applications section of this website.

Any person 18 or older who is selling or serving alcohol beverages within the City of Wisconsin Dells must obtain an operator's (bartender's) license, unless the person is:

  • The individual (not LLC or Corporation) who holds a liquor license, their spouse, and any adult children or parents if they reside with the license holder.
  • The agent of a liquor license held by a LLC or Corporation.  
  • Anyone under the immediate supervision of an individual (not LLC or Corporation) that holds liquor license, the agent of a license, or a licensed bartender.  "Immediate supervision" means they must be able to see the activities and transactions of those without a license at all times.  It is not enough for the person supervising to merely be on the premises.

In order to obtain a license you must provide a Beverage Server Training Certificate or proof  that you have held an Operators License within the last 2 years. 
The current licensing period for Bartender/Operator Licenses runs  July 1, 2022- June 30, 2024.
Fee is $60 but is reduced to $30 if applying for a license within 6 months of the licensing period ending.

For more information contact:
City Clerk/Treasurer at (608)254-2012.
Click Here for the Application for a Bartender's License. Related information can be found under the License section of this website.

Brush chipping and leaf collection is normally done during the first week of the month when possible.  Additional days due to storms or other unforeseen events may be added.  Brush/branches should be cut and stacked with cut ends in one direction, on the tree bank close to the curb.

Leaves can be raked onto the roadway with the following restrictions

  • Approximately one foot from the curb, not blocking traffic and avoiding storm drains.
  • Do not mix leaves with any other materials. 
  • Do not place leaves out more than three (3) days prior to the start of the pickup period.
  • Leaves may also be bagged and left on the tree bank.

Please note:
- Brush trimmings from contractors will not be accepted.
- Brush trimmings from clearing out an undeveloped lot will not be accepted.

Please contact Monica at the Dept. of Public Works office, 608-253-2542 ext. 2, to get put on the schedule.

Planning & Zoning office at (608) 253-2542 option #4.  Building Permit Form.

Outdoor burning is permitted between the hours of 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, during the months of April through October; and between the hours of 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, during the months of November through March.  Burning is not allowed on Sundays.  (This does not apply to campgrounds.)  No burning of any kind shall be done when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires hazardous and/or a nuisance.  For a complete list of regulations, see Municipal Code Sec. 9.04 regarding outdoor fires.

For questions on this application, please contact Kheli Mason, Zoning Administrator at kmason@dellscitygov.com or (608) 253-2542 x 414. 

Please see the Election & Voting Information page for more detailed election information.

For additional information, please contact the City Clerk's office at 254-2012.

Contact information for Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance can be found here.

Monica in the Public Works office at (608) 253-2542 x402
Additional information can be found under the City Departments-Public Works section of this website.

Wisconsin Dells Municipal Court at (608)254-2442 or email Wyatt at wmassey@dellscitygov.com

All liquor license related forms and information can be found unde  License and Permit Applications section of this website.

  • Stickers can be purchased at the Municipal Building - 300 La Crosse Street.
  • Must be a local resident, (Dells School District) or be employed by a downtown business.  Be prepared to provide proof of employment or residency.

  • Must not have any outstanding debt with the city such as utility bills, parking tickets or citations.

  • Sticker is non-transferable and must be adhered to the interior driver’s side of the windshield. Improper placement may result in a parking fine.

  • Sticker is valid only in parking Lot 3 (Oak Street) and Lot 7 (behind Municipal Building).

  • Sticker fee is $15.  Replacement sticker is $15.

  • Multiple stickers, at $15 each, are allowed for residents with more than one vehicle.

  • One sticker is free with any paid annual pool pass.

  • Parking is first come, first serve as these are not reserved spots.
  • Do not park in any stall that states "reserved parking".
  • City has the right to close these parking lots without notice as needed and for events.

State Sales Tax          5.0%
County Sales Tax         .5%
Premier Resort Tax    1.25% as of July 2014
Room Tax                  5.5% as of January 2015

 

WISCONSIN RESIDENTS GETTING MARRIED IN WISCONSIN:  Apply with the County Clerk in the County in which either is a resident for at least 30 days. 

WISCONSIN RESIDENTS GETTING MARRIED OUTSIDE OF WISCONSIN: Apply with the County in which the marriage will take place.

NON-RESIDENTS OF WISCONSIN: Apply with the County Clerk in the County in which the marriage will take place.

Notary service is available at the Municipal Building during normal business hours, if a notary staff member is available. Please note the following guidelines:

  • Individuals seeking notary service must present a valid photo id.
  • Document(s) must be provided - we will not print them out for you.
  • Document(s) to be notarized must be signed in person before the notary.
  • A witness, if needed, will not be provided by the city.
  • Documents in a foreign language will not be notarized.
  • Notary Service is not available for wills, living wills, living trusts, codicils, depositions, mortgages, and related documents.  
  • Copies of birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates cannot be notarized. 
  • The notary, at their discretion, may decline to provide notary service.

 

Right of Way/Streets/Roads Complaints - Wisconsin Dells Police Department - (608)742-4166
Private Property Parking Issues - Code Enforcement - (608) 432-3706

The City of Wisconsin Dells offers three options for paying Parking Citations: 
     1) Pay Online at: wdparking.rmcpay.com
     2) Make check payable and mail to: Parking Enforcement, 300 La Crosse Street, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
     3) Pay in person at the Municipal Building located at 300 La Crosse Street.


If you choose to pay online, you will be notified of a $4 processing fee prior to entering your credit card information. 

For more parking information click here.

Nick Schultz
Code Enforcement Officer
C - 608.432.3706
O - 608.253.2542 x410

 

Dave Leifer
Code Compliance Officer
O - 608.253.2542 Option 6

Contact the City Clerk/Treasurer's office at (608) 254-2012 or contact the county clerk's office.

Library/Community Center office at (608) 254-2146
Application form and related information can be found under the Applications section of this website.

Please call the Parks & Recreation Office at (608) 254-7458 to check availability first.
 
Park Facility Rental Form 
 
Park Facility Rental Fees

Sign Code and Design Standards can be found here.
 
Nick Schultz
Code Enforcement Officer
C: 608.432.3706
O: 608.253.2542 x410
 
Kheli Mason
Zoning Administrator/Building Inspector
O: 608.253.2542 X414
C: 608.432.1513

kmason@dellscitygov.com

Assisted Living Facility Locations in Wisconsin

Medicare Information

Insurance Needs

Services for the Elderly

Columbia County Commission on Aging

Home Delivered Meals

Sauk County Aging & Disability Resource Center

Adams County Aging & Disability Resource Center

Senior Apartments in Wisconsin Dells:

  • Colonial Apartments, 309 Wisconsin Avenue (608) 253-4781
  • Riverwood Senior Living, 115 Bowman Road (608) 829-3450

    Click Here for more information.

  • Village Glen Apartments, 1008 Elm Street (608) 524-4900
    Click Here for more information.

Please contact Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Sandy Braun at sbraun@dellscitygov.com or call (608) 254-2012.

Click Here for the Special Assessment Letter Request Form.

Bob Hall the Cemetery Sexton at (608) 432-1661 during normal working hours.
Additional information can be found under the City Departments-Cemetery section of this website.

Contact Public Works Director Chris Tollaksen 253-2542 ext. 407.

Utility Bill Office - (608)254-2012 ext. 409

Applications for service and information about automatic bank draft payments can be found here, or under the City Departments-Water & Light Utility section of this website.

Work permits are issued at the following locations during their normal business hours:

  • South Central Community Action
    1000 Hwy 13
  • Click Here for more information on the permit requirements.

Contact Zoning Administrator Kheli Mason in the Public Works office at (608) 253-2542 x414
Please refer to the city's Chapter 19 Zoning Code and Zoning Map for additional information.