Frequently Asked Questions – Town of Kinnickinnic

I have a zoning question, who should I contact?

I would like to burn, where and how do I get a permit?

Please call non-emergency dispatch and let them know you would like to burn and follow these rules:

(1) only clean wood products are allowed, no garbage

(2) If you live near the County line you must call both counties.

There is a $800 charge if the fire dept responds to a fire call.

Non-Emergency Dispatch for St Croix County 715-386-4701

Non-Emergency Dispatch for Pierce County 715-273-5051

In case of emergency call 911

What are the regular office hours at the Town Hall?

If I can’t make the meetings how do I get information regarding what is happening in the town?

Do I need to register to vote whether I’ve lived in the township for either 1 or 50 plus years?

Yes! You can register the following ways:

1.Visit myvote.wi.gov to register online.

2. Print a registration form, complete the form and mail with Proof of Residency to the Town Clerk, 1271 County Road J, River Falls. https://elections.wi.gov/Register

3. Register in the Clerk's Office, during regular office hours, Tuesday and Thursday 9am-2pm

4. Register on Election Day, be sure you have lived in the Town of Kinnickinnic for 28 days and bring Proof of Residency

Photo ID is now a law for all elections.

How do I make an “OPEN RECORD” request?

There are two ways to make a request:

1.In writing to the Town Clerk, 1271 County Road J, River Falls, WI

2.Via e-mail, [email protected]

If you would like copies of your request they are $.25 a side.

Any person can make a request
The record or information sought is reasonably described
The subject matter is reasonably limited
The length of time represented by the record is reasonable
Records may be viewed during regular office hours Tuesday and Thursday 9am-2pm
A request will be filled as soon as practical.

Can I rent the Town Hall for a family get together?

How do I obtain a building permit from the Town?

How do I know if I need a building permit?

Call AllCroix Inspections, LLC 715-377-2152

Building permits are required for new structures, additions to existing structures, and remodeling that involves structural changes or repairs(i.e. Moving walls, adding bathroom, increasing room size), exits, changes in use (i.e. unfinished basement to finished basements, creating bedrooms).

Mechanical permits are required for furnace and air conditioner installation and replacement, electrical work (including electrical service upgrades) and plumbing repairs. Permits are “not” required for general maintenance and repairs. This includes siding, soffits and fascia, down spouts, painting, door and window replacement not involving a change in size, roofing, maintenance and repairs to plumbing appliances, furnaces, electrical equipment (i.e. changing light fixtures, switches, receptacles not involving new circuits or the extension of existing circuits etc.), replacement of plumbing faucets and fixtures “except” water heater replacement.

What happens if I don’t take out a permit to do work and I have hired a contractor? (They wouldn’t do the work wrong would they?)

Most contractors are accustomed to pulling permits and having their work inspected. Many contractors want their work inspected upon completion. This makes certain nothing was over looked and all building codes as well as health and safety issues have been checked.

The property owner is ultimately responsible for code compliance. Usually code violations rear their ugly head when you have an insurance claim or are selling your property. Insurance adjusters, appraisers and pre purchase home inspectors usually will find substandard work that could hold up the sale of your property or getting a loan or collecting an insurance claim. Many times questionnaires from insurance companies or the property condition report required for the sale of your property will state “are there any code violations, written orders or work completed without the proper permits and inspections on this property”. Failure to answer them correctly could result in legal action which could be costly.

Who do I call if I find a lost/stray dog?

Call St Croix County Non-Emergency Dispatch 715-386-4701

The Town of Kinnickinnic contracts with Companion Animal Control, below is more information about their services:

Companion Animal Control (715) 220-1332 or visit www.companionanimalcontrol.com
Established in 2011, Companion Animal Control serves more than 30 municipalities across Washington
County, MN, Pierce County & St. Croix County, WI. Companion Animal Control responds to hundreds of
calls each year to help animals, visit www.companionanimalcontrol.com for the following information &
much more:

• What to do if you’ve found an animal
• Photos of impounded animals
• How to find your lost dog or cat
• Companion Animal Control service areas
• Report an animal welfare complaint
• Community resources such as discount spay/neuter
• Impound & rescue partners

Where are animals impounded?
Western Wisconsin Animal Services, 651-248-2282. Owners reclaiming there are required to make an
appointment to reclaim their animal at the office in Baldwin, pay a reclaim fee and may be invoiced by
the municipality to recuperate additional animal control expenses. Animals are held for the state
required holding period, then evaluated and transferred to local rescues for adoption.

How do I register to vote?

What do I need to know about our local government?

Internet Service in the Town of Kinnickinnic