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Browse official documents, budgets, ordinances, and reports, or find permits, applications, and request forms.

Document Center

Budgets, plans, ordinances, policies, and reports available for download.

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2026-2027 Biennial Budget

Budgets & Finance

Adopted biennial operating and capital budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

Finance and AdministrationJan 1, 2026

Annual Water Quality Report

Reports

Consumer confidence report detailing water sources, treatment, and test results for regulated contaminants.

Public WorksJun 1, 2025

Building Code Summary

Regulations

Summary of applicable building codes, permit requirements, and inspection procedures for residential and commercial projects.

Planning and DevelopmentJan 1, 2025

Capital Improvement Plan

Budgets & Finance

Multi-year plan for infrastructure investments including streets, utilities, parks, and public facilities.

Finance and AdministrationJul 1, 2025

Comprehensive Plan 2040

Plans & Studies

Long-range plan guiding land use, transportation, housing, economic development, and community facilities.

Planning and DevelopmentJun 15, 2022

Downtown ARISE Plan

Plans & Studies

Vision plan for the downtown Arts, Riverfront, Innovation, Social, and Entertainment district.

Planning and DevelopmentNov 15, 2023

Emergency Preparedness Guide

Safety

Resident guide covering severe weather safety, emergency supply kits, evacuation routes, and emergency contact information.

Fire and Emergency ServicesMay 1, 2025

Employee Handbook (Public)

Policies

Employment policies, benefits, compensation, and workplace guidelines for city employees.

Finance and AdministrationJan 1, 2025

Meeting Minutes Archive Guide

Government

Guide to accessing historical meeting minutes, agendas, and video archives through Granicus PEAK and Media Manager.

City Manager's Office

Parks Master Plan

Plans & Studies

Strategic plan for parks, trails, recreation facilities, and programming priorities.

Parks and RecreationSep 1, 2023

Recycling and Waste Collection Guide

Services

Comprehensive guide to curbside trash, recycling, yard waste, leaf collection, and bulk item pickup.

Public WorksJan 1, 2026

Snow Removal Policy

Policies

Procedures for city street snow and ice removal, snow routes, and parking restrictions during snow emergencies.

Public WorksOct 1, 2025

Stormwater Management Plan

Plans & Studies

WPDES permit compliance, drainage infrastructure, green infrastructure, and watershed protection strategies.

Public WorksMar 1, 2024

Transit Route Maps

Transportation

Current JTS fixed-route maps and schedules for all 6 routes and the Beloit Express.

Neighborhood and Community ServicesJan 15, 2026

Forms & Applications

Permits, applications, and request forms. Some can be submitted online; others are available for download.

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General

Alarm Registration

Register your residential or commercial alarm system with the City.

Police Department

Download form
Permits

Block Party Permit

Apply for a permit to close a residential street for a block party.

Police Department

Download form
PermitsOnline

Building Permit Application

Apply for building, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC permits through eGov.

Planning and Development

Apply online
Business

Business License Application

Apply for or renew a business license in the City of Janesville.

Finance and Administration

Download form
Employment

Employment Application

View and apply for open positions with the City of Janesville.

Finance and Administration

Download form
Business

Liquor License Application

Apply for a new or renewed liquor license through the Clerk-Treasurer's office.

Finance and Administration

Download form
Government

Open Records Request

Submit a public records request under Wisconsin Open Records Law.

Finance and Administration

Download form
Parks & RecreationOnline

Pavilion Reservation

Reserve a park pavilion, shelter, or athletic field through ActiveNet.

Parks and Recreation

Apply online
Permits

Right-of-Way Permit

Apply for a permit to work within the public right-of-way.

Public Works

Download form
General

Service Request Form

Report potholes, streetlight outages, property concerns, or other service requests.

Public Works

Download form
Permits

Sidewalk Cafe Permit

Apply for a permit to operate a sidewalk cafe in the public right-of-way.

Planning and Development

Download form
Permits

Special Event Permit

Apply for a permit to hold a public event in city parks or on city property.

City Manager's Office

Download form
Utilities

Utility Account Setup

Establish a new water, sewer, and refuse utility account for your property.

Finance and Administration

Download form
Permits

Zoning Variance Application

Request a variance from zoning requirements for your property.

Planning and Development

Download form

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