Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I obtain a building permit?
- How do I obtain a driveway permit?
- Are culverts available for purchase?
- How do I get a dog license?
- Do I need a permit to use the Twin Springs Park?
- Is recycling available in the Town?
- When does the Town Board meet?
- When does the Planning Commission meet?
- When are my property taxes due and how do I pay them?
- How do I obtain a burning permit?
- How do I contact the assessor?
- How do I register to vote?
- How do I obtain an Absentee Ballot?
- Where can I get voter information?
- Does the Town still pay for gopher bounty?
- Where are the Town’s legal notices published?
How do I obtain a building permit?
Contact All Croix Inspections LLC or call 715-377-2152 Email: tdolan@allcroix.com
All-Croix Inspections LLC web site.
How do I obtain a driveway permit?
Complete the Driveway Permit Form and mail with payment of $25.00 to: Town of Somerset, P.O. Box 248, Somerset, WI 54025
Are culverts available for purchase?
Yes. You can purchase galvanized, steel culverts and endwalls from the Town. To order, please call the Town Shop at 715-247-5094.
All dogs over 5 months of age must be licensed annually. Download the Dog License Form and mail with proof of rabies vaccination and payment to: Town of Somerset, P.O. Box 248, Somerset, WI 54025
Do I need a permit to use the Twin Springs Park?
Yes. An annual permit is $50.00 / Daily permit $5. Download application form, fill it out and remit with payment to: Town of Somerset, P.O. Box 248, Somerset, WI 54025
Is recycling available in the Town?
Yes. The Town provides a
drop-off
recycling program. The program is held the 2nd
& 4th
Friday from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
and Saturday from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm each month.
The location
is
directly behind the Town Hall, 748 Hwy. 35, Somerset, WI 54025. The
program accepts the following materials: Aluminum, Tin, Glass,
Plastics, Cardboard, Newspaper, Magazines, Office Paper and Lead-Acid
Batteries. Check the St. Croix
County website
for more information or look for “Your Wasteline”
newsletter sent
out in the Spring and Fall.
When does the Town Board meet?
The Town Board meets the first Wednesday of every month at 8:00 p.m. at the Somerset Town Hall, 748 Hwy. 35, Somerset, WI 54025. Agenda and Minutes
When does the Planning Commission meet?
The Planning Commission meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the Somerset Town Hall, 748 Hwy. 35, Somerset, WI 54025. Agenda and Minutes
When are my property taxes due and how do I pay them?
The first installment of property taxes is due on or before January 31st. The second installment of property taxes is due on or before July 31st. Make payment at the St. Croix County Government Center, St. Croix County Treasurer’s Office, 1101 Carmichael Road, Hudson, WI 54016. Phone: 715-386-4645 or 715-386-4647. St Croix County Treasurer accepts payments online.
How do I obtain a burning permit?
Burn Permits are only available at the Somerset Fire Station 748 Hwy 35 on Saturday mornings from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm or Tuesday evenings from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Burning permits are perpetual as of January 2007. There is no fee for the permit.
How do I contact the assessor?
The assessor for the Town of Somerset is Chimney Rock Appraisal.
Download the EB-131 form from the State of Wisconsin election website or contact your town clerk.. Fill it out completely. Drop off or mail to the: Town of Somerset, P.O. Box 248, Somerset, WI 54025
How do I obtain an Absentee Ballot?
You must be registered to vote prior to obtaining an absentee ballot. To obtain an absentee ballot, download the EB-121 form from the State of Wisconsin election website or contact your town clerk. Fill the form out completely and drop it off or mail it to: Town of Somerset, P.O. Box 248, Somerset, WI 54025
Where can I get voter information?
Wisconsin voters can look up their polling place and other election related information using the state's voter registration system at http://gab.wi.gov
Does the Town still pay for gopher bounty?
Yes. The Town pays $2.50 per tail for gopher bounty. Bring them to the Town Clerk, pre-counted, in a zip lock baggie. Call the Town Hall (715)247-3470 to be sure the Clerk is in.
Where are the Town’s legal notices published?
The Town publishes all minutes and legal notices in the New Richmond News. Minutes and agenda may also be found on this site.