** Exciting News! The City of Genoa has partnered with CloudPermit, for Licenses & Permits, we will be migrating to the new page soon. Licenses can be applied for via CloudPermit as of May 15th, 2024. Building Permitting will go live in July. Please continue to submit Building Permits via paper and email until CloudPermit goes live in September.*. 

Cloud Permit: 

The City of Genoa uses Cloudpermit, a loud-based software, so you can complete the entire building permit and licensing process online or any mobile device. With Cloudpermit, you can:  

·         Apply for building permits and licenses at any time, from anywhere. 

·         Check the status of your building permit or building inspection (when your application status changes, you’ll automatically receive an email letting you know) 

·         Schedule or cancel building inspections. 

·         Communicate with your building department with time-stamped messages. 

·         Pay for your building permit with a credit card (if municipality offers online payments)

·         Request and submit changes to an existing building permit. 

How to get started:  

To start, create your Cloudpermit account by visiting  https://us.cloudpermit.com/login Once registered, you can apply for building permits and licenses and track their progress online. 

How-to videos and support materials: 
Cloudpermit has a variety of resources to help you – check out Cloudpermit Support for instructions on the basics and watch the instructional videos below tolearn how to use the software (watch more here):  

·         ‘Cloudpermit – How to Submit a Building Permit Application’ – video 

·         ‘How to Send a Message on Cloudpermit’ – video 

·         ‘How to Request Inspections’ – video 

Forms and Permits

Typable forms may be saved and submitted online via the email address here. All documents required by the permit must be attached and submitted in one email (including scanned plats). Forms may also be printed out and submitted at the City Municipal Building.  Again, all forms required in each link must be turned in together.

For a list of fees, please visit Appendix A or our fees brochure.

Please also review our Plan Review Submittal Guide.

Covenants and Restrictions

Some subdivisions (Riverbend, Derby Estates, and Oak Creek Unit 4) have private covenants and restrictions which supersede City zoning requirements. The City does not enforce covenants and restrictions. It is recommended that property owners check with their homeowner’s association, builder, or developer prior to commencing any work.

Construction Standards and Specifications

The City of Genoa’s Construction Standards and Specifications can be found here.

Arboricultural Specifications Manual

The City of Genoa’s Arboricultural Specifications Manual can be found here.

Development Application

For annexations, amendments to the zoning ordinance or a zoning map amendment appeal to the Unified Development Ordinance, special use permits, variations, preliminary or final plats of subdivision, or preliminary and/or final planned unit developments,  please use a Development Application.

Building Permit Applications:

• Above Ground Pool Permit Application
• Deck Permit Application
• Detached Garage Application
• Driveway Permit Application (City Residential)
• Driveway Permit Application (Hamlet Residential and Suburban Residential)
• Fence Permit Application
• Misc. Projects Permit Application
  • Electrical Service
  • Water Heater
  • Siding
  • Windows
  • HVAC
  • Patio
  • Other misc. projects, contact City Hall to see if you need a permit

• New Home Construction Permit Application Packet
• Permit Extension Request
• ReRoof Permit Application
• In-Ground Pool Permit Application
• Shed Permit Application
• Sidewalk Installation Permit
• Sign Permit Application

Licenses and Misc. Permits:

The City of Genoa requires licenses and permits for the following: 

• Entertainment 
• Golf Carts / UTVs (Frequently Asked Questions here)
• Keeping Chickens
• Liquor Licenses
• Mobile Food Vendors
• Mobile Food Vendor Sites 
• Public Events 
• Raffles
• Right of Way / Utility work 
• Solicitors 

To submit an application for a license, please use the Cloudpermit portal here. 

Misc. Forms

• Citizens Park Pavilion Rental
• Snowbird Form