The Town of Apple River issues the permits and licenses listed below.
DOG LICENSE: Dog License Application / Kennel License Application (multiple dogs) / Contact Town Treasurer with questions
LAND USE PERMITS: The Zoning Administrator will assist you with Town of Apple River Zoning Ordinance questions and help you to determine if your project requires a Land Use Permit from the Town of Apple River or a Land Use Permit from Polk County. If it is determined that your project is under Polk County Zoning, you will be instructed to obtain a Land Use Permit from Polk County Zoning. If it is determined that your project is under Town of Apple River Zoning, you will be instructed to obtain a Land Use Permit by contacting the Town's Building Inspector, Ben Campbell (see below).
BUILDING PERMITS: Contact Building Inspector Ben Campbell The building inspector's office provides to you the Wisconsin Uniform Building Permit Application, assists you with filling it out, sets the fee, and issues/approves the permit. The Building Permit and/or Town of Apple River Land Use Permit is then provided to the Town of Apple River. The Town Clerk's office will contact you usually within 1 or 2 business days of receiving the permit documents from the Building Inspector. The clerk collects your payment and gives you the permit certificate(s). Make checks payable to the Town of Apple River. There are 3 ways to make payment:
-Clerk's Office: Pick up times are currently Tuesdays from 9 am to noon or Thursdays 3 pm to 6 pm.
-By Mail: Mail your check to Town of Apple River 606 US Highway 8 Amery, WI 54001. Include a self addressed, stamped envelope and the permit(s) will be mailed to you.
-Drop Box: Drop your check in the drop box outside the Town Hall front door. Include a self addressed, stamped envelope and the permit(s) will be mailed to you.
DRIVEWAY/FIELD ROAD PERMITS: Download a Driveway Field Road Application or contact the Town Clerk to receive an application. Details/Requirements can be reviewed in the Driveway Field Road Ordinance (You may also request a copy from the Clerk). Drop the application with payment in the box next to the Town Hall front door or mail to Town of Apple River - Clerk 606 US Highway 8 Amery, WI 54001-2536. Make checks payable to the Town of Apple River. You will be contacted by the driveway inspector with next steps.
BURNING PERMITS: Contact Fire Department to obtain permission. A No Fee Permit is required whenever ground is not completely snow covered. Wisconsin Law Prohibits- Burning of recyclable paper or cardboard, painted or treated wood, petroleum- or oil based products, wet rubbish, asphalt and plastic. Apple River is defined as a cooperative burning area and subject to county and town procedures. Permits can be obtained by calling the Fire Chief. Please remember that bonfires and trash fires are not camp fires or recreational fires.
RETAIL ALCOHOL, OPERATOR AND CIGARETTE LICENSE: Contact Town Clerk
TOWN HALL RENTALS: Contact Town Clerk