Outagamie County, WI
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The goal of the environmental sanitation program is to prevent food and water-borne illnesses by licensing and inspecting public facilities.
Licensing and permit questions can be directed to HHSPublicHealthEH@outagamie.org
Inspection reports are online
Click here to view online inspection reports of establishments outside of Outagamie County.
Plan Review Process for Operators
All owners of a newly constructed establishment or new owners of an existing business must obtain a license before opening. Below is a step-by-step process that should be used to ensure everything is completed properly and items are not missed that could delay opening day.
1. Plan Review
Submit the following information:
- One copy of blueprints or floor plan layout
- Listing of equipment
- Proposed menu
- Contact name and phone number
- Completed Facility Checklist [PDF]
- Name, certificate number, and expiration date of Certified Food Manager
Submit to:
Outagamie County Public Health Division
320 S. Walnut Street
Appleton, WI 54911
Or email to:
HHSPublicHealthEH@outagamie.org
After you submit this information you will be contacted by one of our sanitarians who will guide you through the next steps.
2. Obtain and Review Applicable Codes
| Bed and Breakfast Establishments [ATCP 73] | Campgrounds [ATCP 79] |
| Hotel, Motel, Rooming Houses [ATCP 72] | Manufactured Home Communities [SPS 326] |
| Public Pools [ATCP 76] | Recreational & Educational Camps [ATCP 78] |
| Restaurants [ATCP 75] [WI Food Code] | Retail Food Stores [ATCP 75] [WI Food Code] |
| Tattoo and Body Piercing [SPS 221] |
3. Submit Fees and License Application
Complete the Outagamie County Establishment License Application. The application will be sent to you by one of our sanitarians once you have submitted your plan review. Then you will be asked to submit the required fees and completed application to Outagamie County Public Health Division.
- Business License Application - click to open and complete the form on your computer, it is a fillable form.
- 2025-2026 Fee Schedule
4. Schedule a Pre-Inspection
Contact Outagamie County Public Health at least two weeks before opening day to schedule a pre-inspection.
Are you ready for your pre-inspection?
Use this check-list as a guide to ensure the necessary items are present during the inspection.