Permit

Construction site storm water permit overview

Landowners of most construction projects where one or more acres of land will be disturbed must submit an application called a Notice of Intent (NOI) to request coverage under the Construction Site Storm Water Runoff General Permit No. WI-S067831-6…

Construction site storm water permit forms

Landowners must submit a Notice of Intent (NOI) to obtain construction site storm water permit coverage from DNR. Signing the NOI is also a certification that an applicant has read, understands and will implement the erosion control and storm water…

Erosion control and storm water management plans

Construction site storm water permit data

Search the DNR database for information on Notices of Intent and construction site storm water permit coverage.

Construction site storm water permits

On October 1, 2021 the department has made a final determination to reissue the Wisconsin Pollution Discharge Elimination System “Construction Site Storm Water Runoff General Permit” Storm Water Associated With Land Disturbing Construction Activity…

Technical & financial assistance resources for agricultural operations

Agricultural operations may research technical assistance and explore potential financial assistance for various issues, including livestock siting and nonpoint source (NPS) runoff management through these resources.

Other permits or regulations that may apply to agricultural operations

All agricultural operations, including Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs), may be required to obtain Department of Natural Resources (DNR) permits or comply with other DNR regulations. Additional permits may be required for agricultural…

CAFO and CAFO WPDES permit statistics

Wisconsin is home to an increasing number of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs). The Department of Natural Resources is pleased to offer you easy access to statistics and geographical information about Wisconsin's CAFOs and the…

CAFO WPDES permits applications & NMPs in process

Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) permits for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) are renewed every five years and may be modified, as needed, during the five-year permit term. Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) changes…

Plans & specifications for reviewable structures & systems

At least 90 days before beginning construction, existing or proposed Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) must submit plans and specifications for reviewable construction projects to the DNR for approval. DNR approval of these reviewable…