City skyline over Lake Monona, featuring the Wisconsin State Capitol and Monona Terrace. Several construction cranes are visible.
Building Inspection

System Upgrade

Our permit and complaint system is being upgraded. The system is expected to be unavailable from Thursday, July 23 at 4:30pm until Monday, July 27 at 6:00am.

Construction Complaints

Construction workers cutting lumber

Construction Noise Complaints

Construction can be noisy. MGO 24.08(3)(f) bans the substantial use of building equipment between 7:00 pm and 7:00 am, Monday - Saturday. On Sunday, no one may use building equipment before 10:00 am or after 7:00 pm. This includes any noise that would disrupt the peace and quality of life of people in the area. Equipment can mean hammers, power saws, compressors, pneumatic tools, etc.

If you feel that there is a violation of the ordinance, please follow these steps:

  1. Contact the Building Inspection Division at 608-266-4551 ext. 4 or by email at binspection@cityofmadison.com.  We will contact the contractor and remind them of the ordinance.
  2. If the noise continues, call the Police Non-Emergency phone at 608-266-4275.

Construction Without Permits

Many construction projects require permits. If you think work is being done without a permit, please contact the Building Inspection Division at 608-266-4551 ext. 4 or by email at binspection@cityofmadison.com.

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