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License and Permit Fees

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances ch. 81
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Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-1 General Provisions.

81-1. General Provisions. 1. FEE. Upon issuance of a license or permit, the applicant shall pay to the city of Milwaukee a fee as listed in this chapter. 2. LICENSE PERIOD. A license fee shall be paid for the entire license period or for any fraction thereof except where otherwise provided. In the absence of provisions to the contrary, no license or permit fee shall be transferable. 2.5. ALIGNMENT OF EXPIRATION DATES; 2 OR MORE LICENSES OR PERMITS. Except where a set license or permit expiration date is provided in this code, a licensee or permit holder may request a change to the expiration date of a new or existing license or permit processed by the city clerk’s office for the purpose of aligning the license or permit period with the license or permit period of any other license or permit held by or issued to the licensee or permit holder. The request shall be accompanied by a prorated fee in an amount determined by dividing the fee imposed by this chapter by 12 or 24, depending on the license or permit period of the license or permit type, and multiplying the quotient by the number of months by which the license or permit period is being changed. A request to align license or permit expiration dates shall apply to all licenses and permits held by the requester and administered by the city clerk’s office for which adjustment of expiration dates is allowed. 3. REFUND OF FEES BY CITY CLERK'S OFFICE. a. Except where otherwise provided, if a permit or license application for a permit or license issued through the city clerk's office is withdrawn, or if such a permit or license is denied or not issued, the following amounts shall be retained by the city treasurer to defray the city’s cost of application processing pursuant to this chapter: a-1. $25, if the permit or license fee is less than $100. a-2. $50, if the permit or license fee is $100 to $174. a-3. $75, if the permit or license fee is $175 or more. b. The refundable portion of the fee shall be refunded by the city treasurer upon surrender by the applicant of the deposit receipt or affidavit certified by the city clerk, provided that the receipt or affidavit is presented no later than one year after the date of withdrawal or denial of the application, or in the event of nonissuance, no later than one year after the date of application for the license or permit, unless the license or permit has been granted, in which case no later than one year after the date of granting of the license or permit. No refund shall be made after one year from the date of withdrawal or denial of the application, or in the event of nonissuance, one year from the date of application or granting, whichever is applicable. No refund shall be made after the date of issuance for any license or permit which has been issued by the city clerk. c. No refund shall be made for any license or permit that has been surrendered by the holder or revoked by the common council. 4. DUPLICATE LICENSE OR PERMIT FEE. Except where otherwise provided, the fee for a duplicate copy of any license or permit issued through the city clerk’s office shall be $11. 4.5. FILING OF RENEWAL APPLICATION. An application for renewal of a permit or license issued by the city clerk shall be filed on or before a date to be established by the city clerk. Any person who fails to meet an application filing deadline established by the city clerk shall pay the late filing fee provided in sub. 5. 5. LATE FILING FEE. Except where otherwise provided: a. Any person who does not meet any application filing deadline as established by the city clerk for any license or permit issued by the city clerk’s office shall pay a late application fee of $25. b. Any person filing more than one late application at the same time for licenses or permits with concurrent expiration dates for the same person or premises shall pay a single late filing fee in the highest applicable amount. 6. REINSTATEMENT FEE. If a permit or license issued through the city clerk’s office is suspended due to the cancellation, expiration or nonrenewal of any required surety or performance bond, direct obligations or insurance policy, the fee for the reinstatement of the license or permit shall be $25. 7. TRANSFER FEE. Except where otherwise provided, any person filing an application for the transfer of any license or permit issued through the city clerk’s office shall pay a transfer application fee of $25. 8. INSUFFICIENCY OF FUNDS; NONPAYMENT OF FEES. a. Except where otherwise provided, if payment for a license or permit fee issued through the city clerk’s office is made by check or other draft drawn upon an account containing insufficient funds, the applicant shall, within 15 days from the date of the letter from the city clerk of the insufficiency, pay by cashier’s check or other certified draft, money order or cash, the fees, late fees and processing charges as specified by city code. Nonpayment of all applicable fees, late fees and processing charges within 15 days from the date of the letter from the city clerk shall deem the license or permit suspended. The establishment shall not perform any activities authorized under the license until the license is reinstated or issued. b. Any individual or corporation that owes the city for unpaid fines, late fees, or license or permit fees relating to a current or previous food operation shall pay all such outstanding fees before any license or permit will be issued. 9. WAIVER FEE. The fee to apply for a waiver under s. 85-18 shall be $55.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-1.5 Administrative Review Board of Appeals.

81-1.5. Administrative Review Board of Appeals. A fee of $25 is required to file an appeal with the administrative review board of appeals. Fees shall not be refunded once an appeal is filed unless it has been determined by a city department that the appeal is not necessary based upon the action, for which the appeal was filed, was undertaken by that department in error. (See s. 320-11.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-2 Alarm Licenses.

81-2. Alarm Licenses. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2.a. The fee for each alarm business or private first responder service license shall be $300. b. The fee for an alarm sales license shall be $450. 3.a. If an applicant for an alarm business license or a private first responder service license is not granted the license, a portion of the license fee shall, upon written request, be returned to the applicant in the amount of $125. b. If an applicant for an alarm sales license is not granted a license, a portion of the license fee shall, upon written request, be returned to the applicant in the amount of $225. 4. The fee to file an application for change of officers, directors or agents for a corporation shall be $25. (See s. 105-75.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-2.5 Alarm Service.

81-2.5. Alarm Service. 1. Each alarm service license shall be issued for a license year commencing on August 2 and expiring on the following August 1. 2. The subscriber's fee for the city's hold up alarm system shall be: a. For each primary alarm movement connection: $850. b. For each secondary alarm movement connection: $225. (See s. 105-73.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-4 Amusement Machine Distributor License.

81-4. Amusement Machine Distributor License. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for a new or renewal amusement machine distributor license shall be $975. (See s. 107-13.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-6 Service Charges for Appraisal and Inspection.

81-6. Service Charges for Appraisal and Inspection. Service charges for inspection and appraisal of new construction, remodeling and additions by the commissioner of assessments shall be as follows: 1. NEW CONSTRUCTION. a. Residential: $450 per dwelling unit. b. Commercial, industrial, institutional or public: $0.45 per square foot, with a minimum of $450 and a maximum of $25,000. c. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the charge for a surface parking lot shall be $0.45 per square foot, with no minimum and a maximum of $500. 2. ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS. a. Residential: $250 per tax dwelling unit. b. Commercial, industrial, institutional or public: $0.25 per square foot, with a minimum of $250 and a maximum of $25,000. c. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the charge for resurfacing or restriping of a surface parking lot shall be $0.25 per square foot, with no minimum and a maximum of $500. d. An alteration or addition shall be exempt from the service charge under this subsection if the following criteria are met: d-1. The alteration or addition is constructed for the purpose of providing accessible entrance and exit access to persons with disabilities. d-2. The alteration or addition is attached to or leading to the primary entrance and exit points of the structure. d-3. The alteration or addition is not attached or leading to a side or rear door of a non-residential property that is locked or inaccessible to the public during normal business hours, or a special request has been approved by the department of neighborhood services to waive this requirement for the exemption. d-4. The usable square footage of the property is not increased by the addition or alteration. (See s. 307-6.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-9.5 Bed and Breakfast Establishment Permit.

81-9.5. Bed and Breakfast Establishment Permit. 1. A non-refundable fee of $200 shall be charged at the time of application to anyone intending to operate a bed and breakfast establishment. 2. The fee for renewal shall be $100. a. A portion of the fee shall be used to pay the state of Wisconsin administrative fee, the amount of which is on file with the health department. b. Each bed and breakfast permit shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. (See s. 75-5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-10 Bicycle License.

81-10. Bicycle License. 1. Each license shall be valid for the life of the bicycle for which the license is issued or for the time the owner owns the bicycle. 2. There shall be no fee charged for a bicycle license. (See s. 102-5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-10.5 Bicycle Locker Fees.

81-10.5. Bicycle Locker Fees. 1. The permit fee for the use of a city-installed bicycle locker for the period April 1 through October 31 shall be $25. 2. The permit fee for the use of a city-installed bicycle locker for the calendar year shall be $40. 3. A key deposit of $25 shall be paid prior to issuance of a key for a bicycle locker. This deposit shall be returned to the locker user upon receipt of the key by the city before the end of the permit period. (See s. 101-33.5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-11 Bicycle Parking Facility Permit.

81-11. Bicycle Parking Facility Permit. 1. Each bicycle parking facility permit shall be issued for a license year commencing on July 1 and expiring on the following June 30. 2. The fee for each permit shall be $16. (See s. 115-32.5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-11.5 Bicycle Redemption Fee.

81-11.5. Bicycle Redemption Fee. The fee for redemption of a bicycle that has been impounded by the police department is $25. (See s. 102-11-5-a.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-12 Bill Posting License.

81-12. Bill Posting License. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $400. (See s. 84-10.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-12.5 Boating Permits.

81-12.5. Boating Permits. 1. For exhibition speedboat trials the fee shall be $80 per day. 2. For motorboat races the fee shall be $70 per day. 3. For scuba diving the fee shall be $30 per day. Seasonal permits for underwater work may be obtained from the harbor master at no charge. 4. For water ski or aquaplane exhibits or aquatic events the fee shall be $70 per day. (See s. 118-80.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-14 Building Mover License.

81-14. Building Mover License. 1. Each building mover license shall be issued for the calendar year. 2. The fee for each license shall be $120. (See s.116-19.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-15 Building Mover Permits.

81-15. Building Mover Permits. 1. ON ROLLERS. For the moving of buildings or structures on rollers, the fee charged per building or structure shall be determined at the following rate: a. For the first 2 city blocks or part thereof: $370. b. For each additional city block or part thereof: $110. 2. ON PNEUMATIC TIRE TRAILERS. a. Except as provided in par. b, for the moving of buildings or structures on pneumatic tire trailers the total fee per structure shall be $340. b. For any subsequent moving by the same owner of a building or structure that is similar to the original building or structure for which a moving permit was obtained, and is moved over the same route for the same location to the same site as the original building or structure, the fee shall be assessed at the following rate: b-1. For the first 5 miles in the city of Milwaukee or fraction thereof: $135. b-2. For each additional 5 miles in the city of Milwaukee or fraction thereof: $110. 3. INSPECTION. An additional fee shall be charged for each building mover permit processed to cover costs of inspection in the amount of $80. 4. PROCESSING FEE. There shall be a processing fee of $20 for each permit issued. (See s. 116-19.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-15.5 Bulky Waste Collection Charge.

81-15.5. Bulky Waste Collection Charge. The bulky waste collection charge authorized under s. 79-6.5-3-c shall be as follows: 1. $90 for bulky waste in excess of one cubic yard, but not in excess of 4 cubic yards. 2. $250 for bulky waste in excess of 4 cubic yards, but not in excess of 6 cubic yards.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-16 Campground and Camping Resort Fees.

81-16. Campground and Camping Resort Fees. 1. A non-refundable of $450 shall be charged at the time of new application. 2. The renewal fee for a campground or camping resort shall be as follows: a. 1-25 sites: $250. b. 26-50 sites: $325. c. 51-100 sites: $375. d. Over 100 sites: $450. 3. 20% of the fee will shall be used to pay the state of Wisconsin administrative fee under sub. 2. 4. Each campground and camping resort permit shall be valid for a one-year period following the date of issuance. (See s. 64-01.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-17.5 Catch Basin/Storm Inlet Equity Fee.

81-17.5. Catch Basin/Storm Inlet Equity Fee. The fee for recovery of the city's equity in any catch basin/storm inlet in a vacated street or alley shall be $750.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-17.7 Center for the Visual and Performing Arts.

81-17.7. Center for the Visual and Performing Arts. 1. Each center for the visual and performing arts license shall be issued and shall expire on the same date as the public entertainment premises license held by the same premises. 2. The fee for each license shall be based on the maximum capacity of the premises established by the common council under s. 108-7-3: a. 25 or fewer persons, or a premises without a specified capacity: $175. b. 26-79 persons: $290. c. 80-99 persons: $430. d. 100-149 persons: $575. e. 150-179 persons: $805. f. 180-299 persons: $1,150. g. 300-499 persons: $1,725. h. 500 or more persons: $2,300. (See s. 90-37.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-19 Certified Survey Map Filing Fee.

81-19. Certified Survey Map Filing Fee. The fee for each certified survey map shall be $700. This fee shall be nonrefundable. (See s. 119-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-19.2 Change of Circumstances.

81-19.2. Change of Circumstances. The fee to file for a hearing related to changed circumstances under s. 85-15 shall be $105. Fees shall not be refunded once a written statement of changed circumstances is filed.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-19.5 Charges for Payments Returned Unpaid.

81-19.5. Charges for Payments Returned Unpaid. The processing charge for a payment returned unpaid to the city of Milwaukee shall be $35. (See s.304-37.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-21 Cigarette and Tobacco License.

81-21. Cigarette and Tobacco License. 1. Each cigarette and tobacco license shall be issued for a period of one year from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $100. (See s.84-43.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-21.5 “Class A” Cider License.

81-21.5. “Class A” Cider License. 1. There shall be no fee for a “Class A” cider license. However, the applicant shall pay all publication fees associated with the license. 2. A “Class A” cider license shall be valid for the same period as the Class “A” fermented malt beverage retailer license issued for the same premises. (See s. 90-5.5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-22 Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License (Package Store).

81-22. Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License (Package Store). 1. The fee for each Class "A" fermented malt beverage retailer's license shall be $350. 2. Each license shall be valid for one year effective from the date the license is issued. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-23 “Class A” Retailer's Intoxicating Liquor License.

81-23. “Class A” Retailer's Intoxicating Liquor License. 1. The fee for each “Class A” retailer's intoxicating liquor license shall be $500. 2. Each license shall be valid for one year effective from the date the license is issued. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-24 Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License.

81-24. Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License. 1. The fee for each Class "B" fermented malt beverage retailer's license shall be $100. 2. Each license shall be valid for one year effective from the date the license is issued. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-25 Class "B" Manager's License.

81-25. Class "B" Manager's License. 1. The fee for each Class "B" manager's license shall be $25. 2. Each license shall be issued for a one-year period beginning on July 1 and ending on the following June 30. (See s.90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-26 Class “B” Retailer’s Intoxicating Liquor License.

81-26. Class “B” Retailer’s Intoxicating Liquor License. 1. The fee for each Class “B" retailer’s Intoxicating liquor license shall be $500. 2. Each license shall be valid for one year effective from the date the license is issued. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-27 Class "B" Retailer's Service Bar License.

81-27. Class "B" Retailer's Service Bar License. 1. The fee for a service bar license shall be $600. 2. Each license shall be valid for one year effective from the date the license is issued. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-30.5 “Class C” Wine Retailer’s License.

81-30.5. “Class C” Wine Retailer’s License. 1. The fee for each “Class C” wine retailer’s license shall be $100. 2. Each license shall be valid for one year effective from the date the license is issued. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-31 Class "D" Operator's License.

81-31. Class "D" Operator's License. 1.a. The fee for each original Class "D" operator's license shall be $90. b. The fee for renewal of each license shall be $60. 2. A new class "D" operator's license granted during an even-numbered year shall expire on December 31 of the following odd-numbered year. A new Class "D" operator's license granted during an odd-numbered year shall expire on December 31 of the following even-numbered year. 3. The fee for each certified copy of a Class “D” operator’s license shall be $5. 4. A renewal Class "D" operator's license shall expire 2 years from the expiration date of the license being renewed. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-31.3 Class "D" Provisional Operator's License.

81-31.3. Class "D" Provisional Operator's License. The fee for each Class "D" provisional operator's license shall be $15. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-31.5 Class "D" Special Temporary Operator's License.

81-31.5. Class "D" Special Temporary Operator's License. The fee for each Class "D" special temporary operator's license shall be $15. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-35.5 Code and Charter.

81-35.5. Code and Charter. The fees charged for the sale of the city charter and code shall be: 1. Amendment service: a. Charter: $20 per year. b. Code, Volume 1: $40 per year. c. Code, Volume 2: $40 per year. d. Code, Volume 3: $40 per year. (See s. 50-20.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-35.7 Commercial Driver License Testing Fees.

81-35.7. Commercial Driver License Testing Fees. 1. The department of public works operations division, as a third-party tester authorized by the Wisconsin department of transportation in accordance with s. 343.16, Wis. Stats., and ch. Trans 115, Wis. Adm. Code, to conduct a commercial driver license skill testing program, shall collect fees for classroom training sessions, pre-trip inspections and road skills tests, as well as for any incidental rental of vehicles used in conjunction with the testing program. 2. The fees for classroom training sessions and for the rental of "class A," "class B" and "class C" vehicles shall be as determined by the operations division. 3. In accordance with s. Trans 115.04, Wis. Adm. Code, the fee for a pre-trip inspection and a road skills test shall not exceed the maximum fee specified by the Wisconsin department of transportation. 4. All fees relating to commercial driver license testing, including vehicle rental fees, shall be paid by the commercial license applicant prior to administration of a test. 5. Payment of fees relating to commercial driver license testing shall be made by check or money order. Cash or credit card payments shall not be accepted.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-38 Concrete Contractor.

81-38. Concrete Contractor. 1. Each concrete contractor license for work in a public way shall be issued for the calendar year. 2. The fee for each license shall be $115. 3. There shall be a processing fee of $20 for each license issued. (See s. 115-26.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-38.2 Conduit System Registration Permit.

81-38.2. Conduit System Registration Permit. The fee for a first-time registration for usage of any amount of city conduit space shall be $1,500. (See s. 98-11.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-38.5 Copies of Records and Record Searches.

81-38.5. Copies of Records and Record Searches. 1. Each department shall impose a fee upon the requestor of a copy of a record which may not exceed the actual, necessary and direct cost of reproduction and transcription of the record, unless a fee is otherwise specifically established or authorized to be established by law. 2. The fee imposed by all departments for black and white photocopies of paper records not exceeding 8.5 inches by 14 inches in size shall be 15 cents per page or 30 cents per double-sided copy. 3. Each department shall impose a fee upon the requestor of a copy of a photographic record for the actual, necessary and direct cost of photographing and photographic processing. 4. Except as otherwise provided by law, each department shall impose a fee upon a requestor for locating a record, not exceeding the actual, necessary and direct cost of location, if the cost is $50 or more. 5. Each department shall impose a fee upon a requestor for the actual, necessary and direct cost of mailing or shipping of any copy or photograph of a record. 6. Additional charges shall be added as required to cover the costs of complying with the request. 7. A department may waive or reduce fees under this section when in the public interest. 8. A list of the fees charged under this section shall be posted within each department.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-40.5 Demolition Permit Application Processing Exemption.

81-40.5. Demolition Permit Application Processing Exemption. The fee for application for exemption from demolition permit application processing requirements shall be $55. (See s. 200-26-5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-42 Dock Alteration or Repair Permit.

81-42. Dock Alteration or Repair Permit. The fee for every permit for the alteration or repair of a dock shall be $310. (See s. 118-7.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-43 Dock Construction Permit.

81-43. Dock Construction Permit. The fee for each permit for the building, construction, erection or rebuilding of a dock shall be $615. (See s. 118-7.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-43.5 Dock Engineering Survey Fee.

81-43.5. Dock Engineering Survey Fee. 1. The basic fee for the survey of dock engineering shall be $155. 2. In addition to the basic fee, a charge sufficient to cover costs incurred and overhead shall be made for each dock survey. 3. The dock engineering survey fee shall be imposed in addition to the fee for a dock alteration or repair permit or that of a dock construction permit whenever such a survey is made. (See s. 118-7.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-43.7 Dockless Mobility Device Redemption Fee.

81-43.7. Dockless Mobility Device Redemption Fee. The fee for redemption of a dockless mobility device that has been impounded shall be $100. (See s. 101-53.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-44 Drainage Ditch Obstruction Permit.

81-44. Drainage Ditch Obstruction Permit. The fee for each drainage ditch obstruction permit shall be $200. (See s. 115-9.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-44.5 Driver Training Course.

81-44.5. Driver Training Course. 1. The registration fee for a defensive driving course sponsored by the police department shall be $30. 2. Any city of Milwaukee employee who enrolls in the defensive driving course on a voluntary basis for attendance on the employee's own time shall be exempt from the payment of the registration fee. 3. Any city of Milwaukee employee who has been convicted of traffic violations and has been directed by the courts to attend the defensive driving course shall be required to pay the registration fee and attend the course on his or her own time. (See ss. 312-23 and 340-23.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-44.7 Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle.

81-44.7. Driver's License, Public Passenger Vehicle. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each original license shall be $75. 3. The fee for each provisional license shall be $15. 4. The fee for renewal of each license shall be $50. 5. The fee for processing each request for change of license classification during the license period shall be $25. 6. The registration fee for any public passenger vehicle driver examination administered by the police department regarding knowledge of city streets, places, regulations and sufficient command of the English language shall be $10. (See s. 100-54.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-45 Driveway Permit.

81-45. Driveway Permit. 1. The application fee for a permit to install a driveway shall be $200. 2. An additional fee shall be charged for each driveway permit processed to cover the costs of plan review and inspection in the amount of $125. 3. There shall be a processing fee of $25 for each permit issued. (See s. 115-23.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-48 Election Commission Service Fees: Registered Voters Report.

81-48. Election Commission Service Fees: Registered Voters Report. 1. There shall be a fee of $10.96 for each report of registered voters. 2. There shall be an additional charge for a report based on the type of media by which such report is provided: a. $0.62 per floppy disk. b. $0.70 per compact disk. c. $0.10 per hard copy page. (See s. 302-3.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-48.5 Emerging Business Enterprise Certification and Recertification.

81-48.5. Emerging Business Enterprise Certification and Recertification. The fee for certification or recertification of a city emerging business enterprise shall be $50. (See s. 360-07.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-49.5 Engineer Service Fees.

81-49.5. Engineer Service Fees. Fees shall be charged for the following department of public works infrastructure services division services: 1. Preparation of an agreement to allow construction over sewer easements: $1,500. 2. Answer of an inquiry with respect to a deferred sewer, water or special assessment charge: $30. 3. Preparation of a preliminary sewer design and furnishing information with respect to sewers for proposed development: $60 per hour or fraction thereof. 4. Review of a certified survey or subdivision plat: $60 per hour or fraction thereof. 5. Special investigation fee for excessive size, weight and load permits: $60 per hour or fraction thereof.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-49.8 Escort License.

81-49.8. Escort License. 1. Each license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $75. (See s. 89-8.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-49.9 Escort Service License.

81-49.9. Escort Service License. 1. Each license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $130. (See s. 89-5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-50 Excavation Permit and Inspection Fees for Work in the Public Right of Way.

81-50. Excavation Permit and Inspection Fees for Work in the Public Right of Way. 1. GENERAL. For the excavation required for the construction or repair of an individual storm building sewer, sanitary building sewer, combined building sewer, water service, or any combination thereof laid simultaneously in a single excavation or in more than one excavation connected by tunneling or boring, the fee shall be $150. 2. MAIN OR CONDUIT. For the excavation required for the laying or repair of a main or conduit in each block, the fee shall be $120. 3. REPAIR. For the excavation required for the laying or repair of utility building services in each block, the fee shall be $120. 4. OTHER. For any other excavation or any installation the fee shall be $120. 5. INSPECTION. a. The fee for inspection services for each permit, except permits issued to city forces, public utilities, or to persons engaged in work under a city contract for which inspectional services have been otherwise provided shall be $100. b. An additional fee shall be charged for permits for public utilities in accordance with a schedule of the actual costs of inspection services prepared by the commissioner of public works. c. The fee for permits that need to be resubmitted, except permits issued to city forces, public utilities, or to persons engaged in work under a city contract for which inspectional services have been otherwise provided, shall be $200 for each resubmission. 6. PUBLIC UTILITIES. The fee for the inspection services for permits issued to public utilities in accordance with a schedule of the actual cost of inspection services prepared by the commissioner of public works shall be a sum equivalent to the actual cost of such inspection services. 7. PROCESSING FEE. There shall be a processing fee of $20 for each permit issued. 8. ACCESSIBILITY EXEMPTION. An excavation or work in the right of way necessitated by an accessibility-related alteration or addition shall be exempt from fees under this section if the following criteria are met: a. The alteration or addition is constructed for the purpose of providing accessible entrance and exit access to persons with disabilities. b. The alteration or addition is attached to or leading to the primary entrance and exit points of the structure. c. The alteration or addition is not attached or leading to a side or rear door of a non-residential property that is locked or inaccessible to the public during normal business hours, or a special request has been approved by the department of neighborhood services to waive this requirement for the exemption. d. The usable square footage of the property is not increased by the addition or alteration. (See s. 115-7.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-50.5 Excessive Size, Weight and Load Vehicle Permit.

81-50.5. Excessive Size, Weight and Load Vehicle Permit. 1. The fee for each oversize or overweight single trip permit without police department escort shall be $175. 2. The fee for each oversize or overweight single trip permit with police department escort shall be $380. 3. The fee for each oversize or overweight multiple trip permit for one month shall be $255. 4. The fee for each oversize or overweight multiple trip permit for 12 months shall be $420. 5. The fee for each oversize or overweight multiple trip permit for 6 months that is transferred to another vehicle shall be $45. 6.a. The fee for a multiple trip permit requiring a traffic officer escort shall be: a-1. For a one-month permit: $510. a-2. For a 2-month permit: $600. b. There shall be an additional traffic officer vehicle escort fee of $200 per vehicle, per trip. (See s. 101-5.5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-51 Extended Hours Establishments.

81-51. Extended Hours Establishments. 1. Each license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each new license shall be $300. 3. The fee for each renewal license shall be $300. 4. The fee to file an application for change of officers, directors or agents for a corporation or limited liability company shall be $25. (See s. 84-7.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-51.5 Extra Garbage Cart Charge.

81-51.5. Extra Garbage Cart Charge. The extra garbage cart charge shall be $20.31 per quarter for each extra garbage cart provided under s. 79-4-1.3.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-51.6 Filling Station License.

81-51.6. Filling Station License. 1.a. The fee for each new license shall be $350. b. The fee for each renewal license shall be $300. 2. Each filling station license shall be valid for a one year period following the date of issuance. (See s. 84-45.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-51.7 Fingerprinting by Police Department.

81-51.7. Fingerprinting by Police Department. 1. The fee for fingerprinting by the police department, when requested by any resident of the city, shall be $10 per card. 2. The fee for fingerprinting by the police department, when requested by any person who is not a city resident, shall be $15 per card.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-52 Fire Department Instruction and Training.

81-52. Fire Department Instruction and Training. The fee for out-of-city personnel to attend training courses sponsored by the fire department shall be computed at the rate of $100 per day, per person. (See s. 313-13.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-52.5 Fire Service.

81-52.5. Fire Service. The fee for every unit of fire department equipment requested in excess of reciprocal fire service agreements entered into with other municipalities shall be $5,000 per hour or fraction thereof. The charges shall be computed from the time the equipment leaves its assigned quarters until the time such equipment returns to service in its assigned quarters. (See s. 104-3.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-52.6 Fixed Full-Service Retail Outlet.

81-52.6. Fixed Full-Service Retail Outlet. The fee for a fixed full-service retail outlet approval is $600. (See s. 90-4-13.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-52.7 Flower Pot Holders.

81-52.7. Flower Pot Holders. The permit fee for each flower pot holder applicant shall be $40 and shall be in effect from April 1 of each year to the following March 31. (See s. 115-33.6.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-55 Food Dealer’s License.

81-55. Food Dealer’s License. 1. Each individual food operation, site, location or stand where food is prepared, processed, served, stored or sold shall be issued a food dealer's license and be assessed fees in accordance with this section. 2. A fee of $385 shall be charged at the time of new application. This fee shall be non-refundable if an inspection is performed prior to withdrawal or denial of the application. 3. The annual food dealer's license fee shall be as follows: a. Prepack restaurants: For each license renewal year: $250. b. All other restaurants: Anticipated Gross Annual Sales for All Food Operations Less than $20,000 $ 605 $20,001 - $200,000 920 $200,001 - $2,000,000 1,440 Over $2,000,000 1,985 c. Food Stores - Processing: Anticipated Gross Annual Sales for All Food Operations Less than $20,000 $ 400 $20,001 - $200,000 660 $200,001 - $2,000,000 1,525 Over $2,000,000 2,350 d. Food Stores - No Processing: Anticipated Gross Annual Sales for All Food Operations Less than $20,000 $230 $20,001 - $200,000 345 $200,001 - $2,000,000 660 Over $2,000,000 1,005 e. Mobile peddler food base: $175 new; $145 renewal. f. Micro markets: f-1. For one micro market located in a building: $40. f-2. For 2 or more micro markets located in the same building: $60. 4. If multiple independent restaurant locations are operated at the same address and by the same person, a separate fee shall be charged for each additional location. An additional restaurant location shall be considered independent if it is physically separated from any other food preparation areas. The annual fee for each additional location shall be $100. 5. Each license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 6. A renewal shall be filed by the deadline established by the city clerk as provided in s. 85-26. There shall be an additional fee for the filing of a late renewal application in the amount of $100. 7. The fee for a duplicate license shall be $11. 8. A portion of the fee will shall be used to pay the state of Wisconsin administrative fees, the amount of which is on file with the Wisconsin department of health and family services or department of agriculture, trade and consumer protection. 9.a. The fee for a licensed food establishment that extends its operation to the outside on a permanent basis shall be $75. b. Locations filing for alcohol beverage extensions under s. 81-90 at the same time shall be charged a total fee of $100.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-55.3 Food Operation – Public Health Plan Review and Site Evaluation.

81-55.3. Food Operation – Public Health Plan Review and Site Evaluation. 1. The fee for a food establishment making operational or food processing equipment changes without any remodeling shall be: a. $75, when a variance or HACCP plan is not required. b. $150, if a variance or HACCP plan are required. 2. The fee for a food establishment undergoing remodeling or renovation with or without operational changes shall be $250. The fee for submitting operational changes shall be waived if submitted at the same time. 3. The fee for the request for renewal of a variance shall be $75. Failure to file the request for renewal prior to expiration shall result in the application being considered new. 4.a. The fee for a risk control or compliance plan when ordered by the department as part of progressive enforcement shall be $150. b. The fee shall be waived for an operator who voluntarily submits a risk control plan or compliance plan for review by the department. 5. The public health plan review fee shall double for any food establishment that initiates operational changes or infrastructure changes requiring plan review as specified in s.68-11 prior to obtaining health department approval. 6. Public health plan review fees shall include the cost of all inspections required for plan validation, approval or verification. 7. The public health plan review fee for a new establishment shall be included in the initial application fee. 8. The fee for a food operation site evaluation shall be $100. 9. Fees under this section shall be nonrefundable unless the plan is withdrawn prior to plan review being performed. (See s. 68-7.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-55.5 Food Operation – Exempt Establishments Requiring Registration.

81-55.5. Food Operation – Exempt Establishments Requiring Registration. 1. COMMUNITY FOOD PROGRAM. a. The registration fee for a community food program shall be $35. b. Registration shall be valid for 24 months. c. A single inspection within the registration period may be provided. Inspections or investigations where significant noncompliance is found shall be subject to additional fees as specified in s. 60-70. d. Payment shall be due at the time of registration. e. A fee of $75 shall be assessed if a community food program is found to be operating prior to its registration with the department. f. A late fee of $75 shall be assessed if a community food program is found to be operating its after registration has expired. 2. SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAM. a. The annual registration and inspection fees for a primary or secondary school meal program operated by the school exempt from licensure shall be: a-1. $75 for a satellite kitchen. a-2. $125 for a production kitchen. b. The initial application fee for a school meal program that is exempt from licensure shall be $50. c. Two routine inspections within the registration period shall be provided. Inspections or investigations where significant noncompliance is found shall be subject to additional fees as specified in s. 60-70. d. Payment shall be due at the time of registration. e. A fee of $75 shall be assessed if a school meal program is found to be operating prior to its registration with the department. f. A late fee of $75 shall be assessed if a school meal program is found to be operating after its registration has expired. (See s. 68-23.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-56 Food Dealer’s License, Temporary and Seasonal.

81-56. Food Dealer’s License, Temporary and Seasonal. 1. FEES. a. Restaurants. The fee for a temporary food establishment shall be $195. b. Retail. b-1. The fee for temporary food operations that process food at the point of sale shall be $195. b-2. The fee for temporary food operations that do not process food at the point of sale shall be $150. 2. DUPLICATE LICENSE. The fee for a duplicate license shall be $11 3. STATE FEES. A portion of the fee shall be used to pay the state of Wisconsin administrative fee, the amount of which is on file with the Wisconsin department of health and family services or department of agriculture, trade and consumer protection. (See s. 68-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-56.3 Food Peddler Licenses.

81-56.3. Food Peddler Licenses. 1. The fee for each food peddler license shall be as follows: a. For each motorized vehicle: $350. b. For each pushed, pedaled or pulled vehicle: $315. c. For each person carrying containers: $185. 3. Each food peddler license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 4. A veteran, as defined in s. 45.01(12), Wis. Stats., shall be granted a food peddler license without payment of any fee. The veteran shall be the operator of the food peddler vehicle or carried container for which the fee has been waived. 5. The fee for a duplicate license or identifying device shall be $11. 6. A portion of the fee shall be used to pay the state of Wisconsin administrative fee, the amount of which is on file with the Wisconsin department of health and family services or department of agriculture, trade and consumer protection. (See s. 68-41.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-59 Harbor Island Fee.

81-59. Harbor Island Fee. 1. The permit fee for use of Harbor Island shall be $300, plus $60 per day, per acre used for an event. 2. There shall be a participation fee of $0.29 per participant for groups with over 500 persons. (See s. 118-70.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-59.5 Historic Preservation Nomination Fee.

81-59.5. Historic Preservation Nomination Fee. The fee for nomination for historic designation of a structure, site or district is $25. (See s. 320-21-9-a-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-60 Home Improvement Contractors and Salespersons License.

81-60. Home Improvement Contractors and Salespersons License. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2.a. The fee for each new home improvement contractor’s license shall be $290. b. The fee for each renewal home improvement contractor’s license shall be $260. c. The fee for each new salesperson’s license shall be $90. d. The fee for the renewal of each salesperson’s license shall be $60. (See s. 95-14.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-60.7 Ice Cream Peddler License.

81-60.7. Ice Cream Peddler License. 1. The fee for each ice cream peddler license shall be $75. 2. Each license shall be issued for one year from the date of issuance. 3. The fee for a duplicate license shall be $11. (See s. 68-43.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-61 Industrial Development Revenue Bond Fees.

81-61. Industrial Development Revenue Bond Fees. 1. APPLICATION FEE. The fee for any application filed with the department of city development to finance a project through tax-exempt industrial development revenue bonds shall be $1,000. This fee shall be non-refundable. 2. ISSUANCE FEE. A fee of 0.5% of the initial principal amount of the bond issue shall be paid to the city upon issuance of the bonds.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-67 Laundry, Self-Service Registration Certificate.

81-67. Laundry, Self-Service Registration Certificate. 1. Each self-service laundry registration certificate shall be issued for a specific location for a one-year period beginning from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each new certificate shall be $150. 3. The fee for each renewal certificate shall be $100. (See s. 75-1.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-70 Loading Zone Permit.

81-70. Loading Zone Permit. 1. Each permit shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2.a. The fee for each original loading zone permit, except a permit issued to a disabled person as defined in s. 101-23.7-1-b, shall be computed at the rate of $275 for every 30 feet of curb space or fraction thereof. b. The fee for each original loading zone permit issued to a disabled person shall be $50, with all such permits being for 30-foot loading zones. 2.5 A pro rata portion of the permit fee shall be refunded for any period, to be determined solely by the commissioner of public works, of 6 or more consecutive months when access to the loading and unloading zone is prevented by road construction or any other city-directed activity. 3. The fee for each renewal loading zone permit shall be computed at the rate of $150 for every 30 feet of curb space or fraction thereof. 4.a. No fee for the renewal of a loading zone permit shall be charged to any nonprofit organization or any disabled person, as these terms are defined in s. 101-23.7. b. The common council may grant a late renewal of a loading zone permit to a disabled person as defined in s. 101-23.7-1-b, at no charge, if evidence is submitted that the medical condition that qualifies the person as disabled under that section still exists.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-73 Lobbying License.

81-73. Lobbying License. 1. Each license for a lobbyist or principal to engage in lobbying shall be issued for the calendar year and shall expire on December 31 of each year, irrespective of the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $150 per lobbyist per principal, payable at the time of registration. (See subch. 3 of ch. 305.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-74 Massage Establishment License.

81-74. Massage Establishment License. 1. Each massage establishment license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each new license shall be $400. 3. The fee for each renewal license shall be $350. (See s. 75-21.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-74.5 Mobile Seller’s License.

81-74.5. Mobile Seller’s License. 1. Each license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 2.a. The fee for each license shall be $150, except as provided in par. b. b. The fee for each license for a nonprofit organization shall be $15. 3.a. The fee for the renewal of a license shall be $75, except as provided in par. b. b. There shall be no fee for the renewal of a license for a nonprofit organization. 4. Any disabled veteran, as defined in s. 230.03(9m), Wis. Stats., upon presenting proof to the city clerk that he or she satisfies these conditions, shall be exempted from payment of any fee under this section. (See subch. 1 of ch. 92.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-75 Mooring Permits.

81-75. Mooring Permits. 1. The fee for a mooring permit shall be $35. 2. Each permit shall be applicable for one boat and one mooring and shall be issued for a one-year period which begins July 1 and ends the following June 30. 3. Each permit may be renewed annually upon payment of a $20 fee. 4. A permit may be transferred for use by a boat other than one originally listed on the application, by completion of a transfer form provided by the harbor commission and payment of a $25 fee. (See s.118-80-9.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-76 Municipal Identification Card.

81-76. Municipal Identification Card. 1. The fee for each municipal identification card shall be $10. 2. The replacement fee for each municipal identification card shall be $5.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-78 Newspaper Vending Box Retrieval Fee.

81-78. Newspaper Vending Box Retrieval Fee. The fee for retrieving a newspaper vending box from the designated holding place shall be $35 per box. (See s. 115-33.5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-81 Parking Lot or Place License.

81-81. Parking Lot or Place License. 1. Each license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $50. (See s. 84-20.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-82 Parking Meter or Parking Space Marker Permanent Removal.

81-82. Parking Meter or Parking Space Marker Permanent Removal. 1. REMOVAL FOR LOADING ZONES. The fee for the removal of each parking meter or space marker needed to accommodate loading zones shall be sufficient to cover the costs of labor, materials and overhead and if necessary the costs of relocating a multi-space meter. 2 REMOVAL FOR FACILITIES OTHER THAN LOADING ZONES. a. The fee for the removal of each single-space parking meter or space marker needed to accommodate facilities other than loading zones shall be $60. b. The fee for the removal of each multi-space parking meter shall be sufficient to cover the costs of labor, materials and overhead, and if necessary the costs of relocating a multi-space meter. (See s. 101-50.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-83 Parking Meter or Parking Space Marker Temporary Removal or Hooding.

81-83. Parking Meter or Parking Space Marker Temporary Removal or Hooding. 1. The fee for the temporary hooding of each parking meter space per day shall be $12. 2. The fee for the temporary removal of single-space parking meters or space markers shall be $100 per metered space. 3. The fee for the temporary removal of each multi-space parking meter shall be sufficient to cover the costs of labor, materials and overhead and reinstallation of the meter. 4. The fee for the temporary and seasonal hooding or removal of a parking meter for purpose of installation of a parklet shall be $250 per metered space.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-85 Parking Permit: On-Street All Night; Off-Street Municipal Parking Lot.

81-85. Parking Permit: On-Street All Night; Off-Street Municipal Parking Lot. 1. The fee for an annual permit including sales tax shall be $55. 2. The fee for a 4-month permit including sales tax shall be $20. 3. The fee for a monthly permit including sales tax shall be $10. 4. The fee for a weekly permit including sales tax shall be $5. 5. The fee for a daily permit including sales tax shall be $1. 6. Except for the daily permit, there shall be a $1 fee for each permit purchased online or using mobile apps. (See ss. 101-27 and 101-33.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-86 Parking Permit: On-Street Daytime Residential.

81-86. Parking Permit: On-Street Daytime Residential. 1. The fee for each annual on-street, daytime, residential parking permit shall be $15. (See s. 101-27.5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-87 Parking Permit: On-Street Commuter Parking, Impacted Areas.

81-87. Parking Permit: On-Street Commuter Parking, Impacted Areas. There shall be no fees charged for on-street commuter parking permits for impacted areas issued on an annual basis. (See s. 101-27.7.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-90 Permanent Extension of Alcohol Beverage Licensed Premises.

81-90. Permanent Extension of Alcohol Beverage Licensed Premises. The fee for a permanent extension of alcohol beverage licensed premises shall be $50. Locations filing for the extension of operations to the outside on a permanent basis under s. 81-55-9-b shall be charged a total fee of $75. (See s. 90-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-96 Plat Filing Fee.

81-96. Plat Filing Fee. The nonrefundable filing fee for submission of any preliminary or final subdivision plat shall be $500. (See s. 119-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-97 Plat or Map Correction Instrument.

81-97. Plat or Map Correction Instrument. The nonrefundable fee for filing each plat or map correction instrument shall be $60. (See s. 119-4.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-101.2 Public Entertainment Premises License.

81-101.2. Public Entertainment Premises License. 1. REGULAR LICENSE. a. Each public entertainment premises license shall be valid for a one-year period commencing on the date of the issuance of the license. If a premises is also licensed as a retail alcohol beverage establishment, the public entertainment premises license shall be valid for one year or part thereof, effective from the date the license is issued, and shall expire on the same date as the retail alcohol beverage license. b. The fee for each license shall be based on the maximum capacity of the premises established by the common council under s.108-7-4: b-1. 25 or fewer persons, or a premises without a specified capacity: $ 175. b-2. 26-79 persons: $ 290. b-3. 80-99 persons: $ 430. b-4. 100-149 persons: $ 575. b-5. 150-179 persons: $ 805. b-6. 180-299 persons: $1,150. b-7. 300-499 persons: $1,725. b-8. 500 or more persons: $2,300. 2. TEMPORARY PERMIT. The fee for each temporary permit shall be $75. (See 108-5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-101.5 Public Passenger Vehicle Permit.

81-101.5. Public Passenger Vehicle Permit. 1. Each permit shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each new permit, except a taxicab permit, shall be $325. 2.5. The fee for each new taxicab permit shall be $460. 3. The fee for renewal of each permit, except a taxicab permit, shall be $240. 3.5. The fee for renewal of each taxicab permit shall be $375. 4. The fee for each provisional permit shall be $15. 5. The fee for filing a notice of change of taxicab affiliation shall be $25. 6. The fee for changing the agent or officers of a corporation holding a public passenger vehicle permit shall be $25. 7. The fee for any special inspection of a public passenger vehicle, as provided in s. 100-51, shall be $150. (See s. 100-50.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-102 Public Ways: Permits for Temporary Occupancy or Use as Public Ways.

81-102. Public Ways: Permits for Temporary Occupancy or Use as Public Ways. 1. DEFINITIONS. In this section: a. "Parking lane" means that portion of the roadway along the curb, generally 8 feet in width, for which the primary purpose is parking. Should this area function for vehicular travel, it shall be identified as a traffic lane. b. "Roadway area" means that portion of highway between the regularly established curb lines. c. "Sidewalk area" means that portion of a highway between the curb lines or the lateral lines of a roadway and the adjacent property lines. d. "Traffic lane" means that portion of the roadway area used for the movement of vehicular traffic. 2. CALCULATION OF FEES. The fees charged in subs. 3 to 5 are charged for each area that is occupied. The fees shall be charged for every 30 feet of street front or fractional part thereof that is to be temporarily occupied or used. Fees for seasonal parklet occupancy of the parking lane shall be charged per 20 feet of street front or marked parking space, or fractional part thereof that is to be occupied. Fees for occupancy of parking lanes and traffic lanes are based on the classification of the street, as indicated on the street classification map maintained by the city engineer. 3. SIDEWALKS. a. For the temporary occupancy of all of a sidewalk area or occupancy that results in a sidewalk that is less than 4 feet wide at any point, where no temporary walkway is provided on the same side of the street: a-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $170. a-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $300. a-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $300. b. For the temporary occupancy of a portion of a sidewalk area, where the portion remaining open to pedestrian traffic is at least 4 feet wide at all points or where a temporary walkway is provided on the same side of the street. b-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $100. b-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $150. b-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $150. 4. PARKING LANES. For the temporary occupancy of all or a portion of a parking lane, where the parking lane is not available for public use: a. Arterial Street. a-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $250. a-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $350. a-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $350. b. Collector Street. b-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $150. b-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $250. b-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $250. c. Local Street. c-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $75. c-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $125. c-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $125. 4.5. PARKLETS. For the seasonal installation of a parklet in the public right-of-way parking lane, the fee shall be $2.50 per square foot. 4.7. ACTIVE STREETS FOR BUSINESS INSTALLATIONS. The fee for an active streets for business installation shall be $3 per square foot. 5. TRAFFIC LANES AND ALLEYS. For the temporary occupancy of all or a portion of a traffic lane or alley, where the traffic lane or alley is not available for public use: a. Arterial Street. a-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $300. a-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $450. a-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $450. b. Collector Street. b-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $200. b-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $300. b-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $300. c. Local Street or Alley. c-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $100. c-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $150. c-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $150. 6. BIKE LANES. For the temporary occupancy of all or a portion of bike lane, where the bike lane is not available for public use: a. Arterial Street. a-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $150. a-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $200. a-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $200. b. Collector Street. b-1. The fee for a period of 7 days or less shall be $75. b-2. The fee for a period of 8 to 30 days shall be $125. b-3. The fee for each succeeding month or portion thereof beyond 30 days shall be $125. 7. INSPECTION. An additional fee shall be charged per month or portion thereof for each permit processed to cover costs of inspection in the following amounts: a. Sidewalks: | $100. b. Parking lanes: | $100. c. Traffic lanes and alleys: | $125. d. Bike lanes: | $125. (See s. 115-11.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-102.1 Public Ways: Special Permits.

81-102.1. Public Ways: Special Permits. 1. CURB AND GUTTER. The fee for restoration of curb and gutter with respect to the removal of a driveway shall be $200. 2. DRIVEWAYS-TEMPORARY. The fee for installation of a temporary driveway (driveover curb) shall be $180. 3. FENCES. The fee for installation of a fence encroaching on the public right of way shall be $200. 4. HOLLOW WALKS. The fee for performance of any work on a sidewalk situated over a hollow walk shall be $180. 5. POLES. The fee for installing, replacing and removing utility poles shall be computed at $180 per block face. A block face shall consist of both sides of the street and not exceed 100 house numbers. In instances when a block face of 100 house numbers is divided by one or more intersecting public ways, each subdivision shall constitute a block face. 6. SIDEWALKS. a. The fee for replacing sidewalks shall be computed at $170 for regular walks per block face and $295 for full walks per block face. A block face shall consist of both sides of the street and not exceed 100 house numbers. If a block face of 100 house numbers is divided by one or more intersecting public ways, each subdivision shall constitute a block face. b. The fee for replacing a sidewalk adjacent to a single parcel, up to 150 feet in frontage, shall be $40. 7. STREET CUTS. The fee for replacing and filling street cuts shall be $295. 8. INSPECTION COSTS. a. An additional fee shall be charged for each permit under subs. 1 to 4, 6-a and 7 to cover costs of inspection in the amount of $160. b. An additional fee shall be charged for each permit under sub. 6-b to cover costs of inspection in the amount of $40. c. An additional fee shall be charged for permits for public utilities under sub. 5 in accordance with a schedule of the actual costs of inspection services prepared by the commissioner of public works in an amount equivalent to the actual cost of the inspection services. 9. ACCESSIBILITY EXEMPTION. An accessibility-related alteration or addition shall be exempt from all fees under this section if the following criteria are met: a. The alteration or addition is constructed for the purpose of providing accessible entrance and exit access to persons with disabilities. b. The alteration or addition is attached to or leading to the primary entrance and exit points of the structure. c. The alteration or addition is not attached or leading to a side or rear door of a non-residential property that is locked or inaccessible to the public during normal business hours, or a special request has been approved by the department of neighborhood services to waive this requirement for the exemption. d. The usable square footage of the property is not increased by the addition or alteration.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-102.3 Purchasing Appeals.

81-102.3. Purchasing Appeals. The fee required for a vendor to appeal bid specifications and recommendations for awards pursuant to s. 16-05 of the charter and s. 310-19 of the code shall be 1.25% of the amount of the bid being appealed.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-102.4 Purchasing-Restoration to Bidders Lists.

81-102.4. Purchasing-Restoration to Bidders Lists. The fee required for a vendor to be restored to bidders lists maintained by the purchasing division - department of administration, subsequent to the division’s removal of a vendor's name if the vendor does not respond on 3 consecutive bids, shall be $100.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-102.6 Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Premises License.

81-102.6. Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Premises License. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance, except as provided in sub. 2. 2. For a business engaged in activities defined in s. 93-3-14, the license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 3. The fee for each license shall be $400. 4. The fee for each additional building or other fixed place for storage, as provided in s. 93-5-3, shall be $75. (See ch. 93.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-102.8 Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License.

81-102.8. Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance, except as provided in sub. 2. 2. For a business engaged in activities defined in s. 93-3-14, the license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 3. The fee for each license shall be $215. For a business with 2 or more 4. vehicles, as provided in s. 93-5-2-a-2, the fee shall be $395. 5. The fee to change the motor vehicle used in the conduct of a recycling, salvaging or towing business shall be $15. (See ch. 93.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-103.2 Salary Advances.

81-103.2. Salary Advances. 1. Upon the approval of department heads, city employees may receive advances on salaries in order to address unforeseen emergencies. The first such advance in a calendar year shall be provided without charge. 2. The processing charge for all subsequent advances in the calendar year shall be $25.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-103.5 Statement of Income Duplicates.

81-103.5. Statement of Income Duplicates. 1. Upon written request, one copy or duplicate set of statements of income (form 1099) shall be provided to city vendors without charge through April 15 for the preceding calendar year. 2. The processing charge for requests beyond April 15, or for additional copies or duplicates shall be $15 and $25 respectively for each item requested.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-104 Secondhand Dealer's License.

81-104. Secondhand Dealer's License. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2.a. The fee for each license shall be $315, except as provided in par. b. b. The fee for each license for businesses dealing exclusively in secondhand bicycles shall be $75. (See subch. 2 of ch. 92.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-104.6 Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License.

81-104.6. Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $335. (See subch. 3 of ch. 92.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-104.8 Sewer Connection.

81-104.8. Sewer Connection. 1. The fee for connecting a private drain to a public sewer shall be $100. 2. There shall be a processing fee of $20 for each permit issued. (See s. 12-20, charter.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-105 Shooting Gallery License.

81-105. Shooting Gallery License. 1. Each shooting gallery license shall be issued for a period not to exceed 14 days. 2. The fee for each license shall be $100. (See s. 105-39.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-106.7 Sidewalk Area Dining Permit.

81-106.7. Sidewalk Area Dining Permit. 1. The fee for a sidewalk area dining permit shall be $2 per square foot of dining area for a new application. 2. In addition to the fee specified in sub. 1, an initial application fee of $100 shall be required for each new application. 3. The renewal fee for a sidewalk area dining permit shall be $1 per square foot of dining area. (See s. 115-32.6.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-107 Signs or Decorations Attached to City- owned Poles.

81-107. Signs or Decorations Attached to City- owned Poles. The fee for the attachment of each sign or decoration as provided for in s.101-50-6 shall be $20 per attachment. (See s. 101-50.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-108 Sign; Directional for Church.

81-108. Sign; Directional for Church. 1. The application fee for church directional signs shall be $100. 2. The fee for the installation of each church directional sign shall be $100. (See s.101-50.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-108.2 Signs; Historic District Identification.

81-108.2. Signs; Historic District Identification. 1. The application fee for historic district identification signs shall be $100. 2. The fee for installation of each historic district identification sign shall be $100. (See s. 116-5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-108.5 Signs; Honorary Street Name.

81-108.5. Signs; Honorary Street Name. 1. The application fee for an honorary street naming shall be $100. 2. The fee for fabrication of each honorary street name sign shall be $100. 3. The fee for installation of each honorary street name sign shall be $100. (See s. 113-3.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-109 Signs; "No Parking to Driveway".

81-109. Signs; "No Parking to Driveway". When the installation of a "no parking to driveway" sign is requested by the owner, lessee, manager or tenant of the property involved, the fee chargeable to the requester shall be $175 per sign installation. (See s. 101-50.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-110 Signs; Official Street Renaming.

81-110. Signs; Official Street Renaming. 1. The application fee for an official street renaming shall be $100. 2. The fee for fabrication of each sign required in conjunction with an official street renaming shall be $100. 3. The fee for installation of each sign required in conjunction with an official street renaming shall be $100. 4. The applicant shall pay all postage costs relating to the postcard survey of residents, businesses and property owners that is required in conjunction with an application for an official street renaming. (See s. 113-3.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-114 Snow Plowing Motorized Equipment License.

81-114. Snow Plowing Motorized Equipment License. 1. Each license shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each license shall be $10. (See s. 116-12.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-114.6 Special Events - City Services.

81-114.6. Special Events - City Services. The fee for each permit for provision of city services for special events shall be: 1. Class AA Event: The actual hourly cost for police and public works services, as documented by the chief of police and commissioner of public works. 2. Class A Event: $3,700. 3. Class B Event: $ 400. 4. Class C Event: $ 110. 5. Class D Event: No fee for issuance of a permit; however a fee shall be charged for services provided under sub. 6. 6. Provision of additional services: a. Dumpster. a-1. One to 3 dumpsters: $277. a-2. 20-yard open top dumpster: $194. b. Barricade. b-1. 1 to 6 barricades: $ 50. b-2. 7 to 20 barricades: $100. b-3. Over 20 barricades: $100 plus $5 for each barricade over 20. c. Stage platform. $ 38. c-1. Portable stage: $123. c-2. Fixed stage: $428. d. Snow fence: $14 per square yard roll. e. Traffic Sign. e-1. Standard temporary no parking sign: $20. e-2. Custom temporary no parking sign: $35. e-3. Road closed, road closed to through traffic or road closed ahead sign with type 3 barricade: $50. e-4. Road closed, road closed to through traffic or road closed ahead sign with type 2 barricade: $40. e-5. Detour sign: $20. f. Traffic Control Plans. f-1. Plans requiring 12 or more hours of preparation: $1,260. f-2. Plans requiring 5 to 11 hours of preparation: $840. f-3. Plans requiring 1 to 4 hours of preparation or revision of existing plans not exceeding 4 hours: $336. g. Garbage cart: $25. h. Recycling cart: no charge. i. Street sweeper: $100 per hour or fraction thereof. (See s. 105-55.5.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-114.8 Special Events - Late Fees.

81-114.8. Special Events - Late Fees. 1. The fee for a late block party application shall be $50. 2. The fee for a late special event permit application with a special event permit fee of less than $500 shall be $50. 3. The fee for a late special event permit application with a special event permit fee of $500 or more shall be 10% of total fees for department of public works services.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-115 Special Privileges; Granting of Encroachments.

81-115. Special Privileges; Granting of Encroachments. 1. The fee for the introduction of each ordinance or resolution granting a special privilege shall be $350. 2. The fee for the introduction of each ordinance or resolution amending a special privilege for the purpose of adding items shall be $200. 3. There shall be no fee charged for the introduction of an ordinance or resolution amending a special privilege for: a. Removal of items. b. Sale, transfer or conveyance of ownership.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-116 Street and Alley Vacation Fees.

81-116. Street and Alley Vacation Fees. 1. REQUIRED FEES. Street and alley vacations shall be subject to the following fees: a. The fee for filing a preliminary application for vacation of a street shall be $2,000 plus $200 for each 100 feet of street length or fraction thereof above 300 feet. Of this fee, $375 is intended to cover the department of city development’s costs for administering the vacation procedure, while the remainder is intended to cover the costs incurred by the department of public works in preparing a map, legal description and coordinated report for the proposed vacation pursuant to s. 308-28-4. b. The fee for filing a preliminary application for vacation of an alley shall be $2,000 plus $200 for each 100 feet of alley length or fraction thereof above 300 feet. Of this fee, $375 is intended to cover the department of city development’s costs for administering the vacation procedure, while the remainder is intended to cover the costs incurred by the department of public works in preparing a map, legal description and coordinated report for the proposed vacation pursuant to s. 308-28-4. c. The benefit assessment and vacation-related costs for vacation of a street or alley shall be as identified by the department of public works pursuant to s. 308-28-4-d. d. All fees under pars. a and b are nonrefundable. 2. COUNCIL-INITIATED VACATIONS. The fees specified in sub. 1-a and b shall not be required for any vacation of a street or alley that is initiated by resolution of the common council pursuant to s. 308-28-1. The charges identified in sub. 1-c may be waived by the common council only if the council identifies a specific alternative funding source, including budgetary account number, to cover the costs associated with the vacation. (See s. 308-28.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-119 Swimming and Other Water Use Facility Operating Licenses.

81-119. Swimming and Other Water Use Facility Operating Licenses. 1. Each swimming or other water use facility operating license shall be issued for the license year beginning July 1 and ending the following June 30. 2. The fee for each swimming or other water use facility operating license shall be $325. 3. In addition to the fees under sub. 2, an applicant shall pay the state of Wisconsin administrative fee, the amount of which is on file with the department. 5. License renewals shall be filed by July 1. There shall be an additional fee for the filing of a late renewal application in the amount of $75. If renewal applications are not sent out by June 15, the late penalty will be assessed 16 days after the applications have been sent. 7. The fee to transfer a license shall be $75. (See s. 75-20.2.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-121 Tattooing and Body-Piercing Establishments.

81-121. Tattooing and Body-Piercing Establishments. 1. TATTOO ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE. a. The fee for a new tattoo establishment license shall be $413. b. The fee for each renewal license shall be $250. c. For a late renewal license, there shall be an additional fee of $100. 2. BODY-PIERCING ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE. a. The fee for a body-piercing establishment license shall be $375. b. The fee for each renewal license shall be $250. c. For a late renewal license, there shall be an additional fee of $100. 3. COMBINED TATTOO/BODY-PIERCING LICENSE. a. The fee for a new combined tattoo/body-piercing establishment license shall be $550. b. The fee for each combined tattoo/body-piercing renewal license shall be $375. c. For a late renewal license, there shall be an additional fee of $100. 3.3. TEMPORARY EVENT LICENSE. The fee for a temporary event license shall be $250. 3.5. LICENSE DURATION. Each license issued under this section shall expire on June 30, except that a license initially issued during the period beginning on April 1 and ending on June 30 expires on June 30 of the following year and a temporary event license shall expire at midnight on the last day of the temporary event. 4. PREINSPECTION FEE. For inspection of a new tattooing or body-piercing establishment, a preinspection fee of $250 shall be charged. 5. STATE FEE. A portion of the fee shall be used to pay the state of Wisconsin administrative fee, the amount of which is on file with the Wisconsin department of health and family services. 6. DUPLICATE LICENSE. The fee for a duplicate copy of any of the licenses listed in this section shall be $25. (See s. 75-23.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-122 Tax Bill Duplicate.

81-122. Tax Bill Duplicate. The fee for each duplicate tax bill, except for the current tax bill issued during the current tax collection period, shall be $6. (See s. 304-35.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-123 Tax Payment History and Tax Payment Receipt Duplicate.

81-123. Tax Payment History and Tax Payment Receipt Duplicate. a. The fee for each tax-levy year payment history shall be $6. b. The fee for a duplicate tax payment receipt for each property tax account shall be $6.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-124 Tax-Exempt Property Report Fee.

81-124. Tax-Exempt Property Report Fee. The fee for filing a tax-exempt property report form shall be $50 per parcel. (See s. 307-2.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-128 Traffic Signal Timing Schedule.

81-128. Traffic Signal Timing Schedule. The fee for each copy of a traffic signal timing schedule shall be computed at the rate of $50 per intersection. (See s. 101-50.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-129 Traffic Signs, Documentation of Installation.

81-129. Traffic Signs, Documentation of Installation. The fee for each letter of documentation relative to traffic control signs shall be $30. (See s. 101-50.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-129.7 Tree Maintenance and Conservation Permit.

81-129.7. Tree Maintenance and Conservation Permit. The fee for a tree maintenance and conservation permit shall be $150 plus $15 for each tree proposed to be removed or disturbed under the permit. (See s. 252-80.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-130 Unlimited Transfer Full-Service Retail Outlet.

81-130. Unlimited Transfer Full-Service Retail Outlet. The fee for an unlimited transfer full-service retail outlet approval is $10. (See s. 90-4-14.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-131.3 Vehicle for Sale on Public Property.

81-131.3. Vehicle for Sale on Public Property. 1. The fee for each certificate required for vehicles that are for sale in the public way shall be $40. 2. Certificates shall be valid for a period of 6 months from the date of issuance. (See s. 101-29.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-132 Wage and Tax Statement Duplicates.

81-132. Wage and Tax Statement Duplicates. 1. Upon written request, one copy or duplicate set of wage statements (W-2 form) shall be provided to current or former city employees without charge through April 15 for the preceding calendar year. 2. The processing charge for requests beyond April 15, or for additional copies or duplicates shall be $15 and $25, respectively, for each item requested.

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-133 Waste Collector's License, Private.

81-133. Waste Collector's License, Private. 1. Each license shall be valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. 2. The fee for each vehicle shall be $65. (See s. 79-9.)

Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 81-135 Weighing and Measuring Device Licenses.

81-135. Weighing and Measuring Device Licenses. Weighing and measuring device licenses shall not be transferable between operators, establishments, devices or vehicles. Weights and measures inspection fees for noncompliant devices shall be as provided in s.60-70. 1. LENGTH MEASURING DEVICES. a. Length measuring device licenses shall be valid for 24 months from the date of issuance. b. The fee for each length measuring device license shall be $60. (See s. 82-14.) 2. LIQUID MEASURING DEVICES. a. Retail petroleum meter licenses shall be valid for 12 months from the date of issuance. a-1. The fee for each retail petroleum meter shall be $60. a-2. A retail petroleum meter license shall expire at the same time as the filling station license issued under ch. 84. b. All other liquid measuring device licenses, including bulk plant meter licenses, shall be valid for 24 months from the date of issuance. b-1. The fee shall be based on the maximum flow rate of a liquid measuring device. b-2. The following schedule of fees shall apply to a liquid measuring device license: Capacity Fee 0 – 30 gallons per minute $ 60 31 – 200 gallons per minute $250 Over 200 gallons per minute $250 (See s. 82-14.) 3. SCALES. a. Scale licenses shall be valid for 24 months from the date of issuance. b. The fee for each scale license shall be $55. (See s. 82-14.) 4. SCANNING DEVICES. a. Retail establishment scanning device licenses shall be valid for 24 months from the date of issuance. b. The following schedule of fees shall apply to retail establishment scanning device licenses: Capacity Fee 1 - 3 devices $130 4 or more devices $250 (See s. 82-20.) 6. TIMING DEVICES. a. Timing device licenses shall be valid for 24 months from the date of issuance. b. The fee for each timing device license shall be $30. (See. s. 82-14.)
Source: City of Milwaukee Legislative Reference Bureau, Milwaukee City Charter and Code of Ordinances (city.milwaukee.gov master PDFs)URL: https://city.milwaukee.gov/ImageLibrary/Groups/ccClerk/Ordinances/Volume-1/CH81.pdf#page=1Fetched: 10/26/2026

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