Licensing / Petitions / Permits

The City Clerk’s Office issues licenses and permits for businesses, alcohol and tobacco sales, dogs, and community events. We also process petitions and public records requests. Use the categories below to find the license, permit, or petition you need.

1. Municipal Licenses Offered

   • Abattoir License

   • Arcade License

   • Mobile Dessert and Food Establishment License

   • Peddler/Canvasser/Transient Merchant's License

   • Taxi License

   • Tree Cutting License

2. Alcohol & Tobacco Licenses

   • Operators License - valid through June 30th of the following year the license is issued
   • Temporary Alcohol Beverage License - Fillable AB-220 Form
   • Fillable versions of state Alcohol & Tobacco Licenses

3. Dog Licenses

   • Annual Dog Licenses need to be obtained in the Clerk/Treasurer’s Office by April 1 and will be valid through December 31st.

   • Fees: $8.00 per unaltered dog or $3.00 if the pet is spayed or neutered. 

     • A $5 fee will be automatically added after April 1st.

   • REQUIRED: Copy of Veterinarian proof of Rabies Vaccination, date of vaccination and expiration date, vaccine make and serial number.

Permits Offered

• Dumpster Permit - Valid for 7 days

• Parade Permit - Must be submitted 30 days prior to event

• Street Closure Permit

Petitions

• Concern Report Form

• Public Comment Form for Meetings

• Request for Records

• Room Tax Reporting Form

How to Pay for Fees

1. Online Payments

   • Please include the License or Permit type in description
   • A processing fee will be applied by allpaid
2. Deliver or Mail to 450 S Main Street, Richland Center, WI 53581
   • Office Hours are 8:00 AM 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday