City of Mequon Community Development

About Us

The Community Development Planning Division is responsible for policy analysis, long range planning, current development review, zoning code administration, economic development, landmarks administration, zoning code enforcement, geographic information systems (GIS), census/demographic coordination and general information processing relative to development and redevelopment within the community

Department Mission Statement

The City of Mequon’s overall mission is the provision of quality public services and adoption of thoughtful policies that serve to enhance and maintain the unique quality of life of our community.  Through the judicious use of community resources, the City is committed to managing growth, efficiently using tax dollars and making wise investments in our future.  Our success depends on our ability to offer quality and value to our taxpayers with the highest standards of accountability, responsiveness, economy and integrity.

Department Objectives FY2023

• Manage and advise multiple stakeholders throughout the process for development proposals and policy analysis.

• Serve as staff liaison to ten respective boards and commissions.

• Develop policies, zoning, text amendments and tools for the Port Washington Road corridor to plan for redevelopment and future, new development opportunities.

• Contract and construct Port Washington Road public streetscaping improvements.

• Continue progress of Town Center development including public and private investment and evaluate additional measures to ensure long term quality and success of district.

• Market new land use opportunities within the Ulao Creek neighborhood.

• Contract and construction of Town Center public improvements including road, OIT, utility burial and traffic calming and streetscaping.

• Implementation of department operational recommendations.

• Support objectives related to the City's Land Management System.

• Manage all four TID Project Plans including reporting, financial assessment, forecasting, development and incentives. 

• Continue to improve economic tools, community outreach and service to stakeholders to achieve a high level of citizen satisfaction.

General Information

Emergency Loan Fund Program

• The City of Mequon has established an Emergency Loan Fund Program to provide aid during the COVID-19 emergency to local businesses. Additional information and and application can be attained here on the City's website. 

We're All In Small Business Grant - Program Information

• Sponsored by the WEDC, this program is designed to help small businesses get back on their feet amid the COVID-19 pandemic while also encouraging them to adapt best practices to keep employees, customers and communities safe.  Funded by the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the grants will help small businesses with the costs of business interruption or for health improvements, wages and salaries, rent, mortgage and inventory. Please see the attached documents below for a complete list of requirements for the WEDC application as well as a list of eligible industries. Application portal opens Monday, June 15^th at 8:00 am and is scheduled to close on June 23^rd at 11:50 pm.

For PERMIT PROCESSING associated with development and construction, you may access the related forms here: Related Permitting and Processing Forms

• You may print, complete, and return your permit(s) during current operating hours or via postal mail, email, or the drop box located immediately east of City Hall's southern main door entrance.
  • Planning Commission Applications, banner permits, and sign permits should be sent to: rbuzzell@ci.mequon.wi.us
• For mechanical permits (Plumbing, HVAC & Electrical) submit the fees (check payable to the City of Mequon) along with the permit and include your email address so we can email you a copy of the issued permit.
• For INSPECTIONS, you may schedule an inspection by calling 262-236-2930 as most inspections will still be conducted under the following standards: 
• Final Occupancy Inspections for new homes and commercial properties will be conducted.
• Only the minimum essential persons shall be on-site during the inspections.
• Any person on-site during the inspection shall practice social distancing.
• Any person experiencing symptoms shall cancel scheduled inspections.