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Mequon, WI

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Mequon Homeowner Resources

Garbage, recycling, and yard waste Collection

Mequon does not run its own trash or recycling routes — property owners contract directly with a City-licensed private hauler. Use the disclosures below to choose a hauler, confirm your service details, and find yard waste and Brush Site rules.

Garbage collection

Private licensed haulers · Set up service directly with your provider

The City of Mequon does not provide garbage collection. Property owners must contract privately with a City-licensed hauler for curbside garbage service — your pickup day, cart options, pricing, and service rules all depend on the hauler you choose.

Licensed haulers

What to confirm with your hauler

  • Your exact garbage pickup day
  • Cart size options and pricing
  • Set-out time and where carts must be placed — curb line, driveway edge, or alley
  • Extra bag, bulky item, and appliance pickup availability, scheduling, and cost
  • Whether construction debris is accepted, and any restrictions
  • How missed pickups and holiday schedule delays are handled and communicated

Missed pickup

Keep your cart at the curb, then contact your hauler directly to report the missed pickup and confirm any service delay — the City does not dispatch pickups itself.

Quick links

Call City Hall 262-242-3100 or Public Works 262-236-2913

Recycling collection

Private licensed haulers · Single-stream, confirm rules with your provider

Recycling is also handled through City-licensed private haulers — there is no single citywide recycling route, so your pickup day, cart type, and service rules depend on the provider you choose.

How to set up recycling service

  • Confirm your provider is on the City’s licensed hauler list.
  • Contact the hauler directly to start service for your address.
  • Ask for your recycling pickup day, cart options, and how they handle service alerts and holiday delays.

What the City’s recycling guidance lists as commonly accepted curbside

  • Containers: steel, aluminum, bi-metal, glass, and plastic #1 and #2
  • Paper: corrugated cardboard, newspapers, magazines, office paper, junk mail

Confirm these details with your hauler

Rules vary by hauler — the City does not publish one single standard for all providers:

  • Set-out time, when carts must be out
  • Cart placement — curb line, alley, driveway edge, and clearance rules
  • Sorting rules — single-stream vs. separated, and what stays out
  • Holiday delays — how they notify you and whether pickup shifts
  • Overflow policy — extra materials, extra fees, and how to schedule add-ons

Items that often need special handling

  • Appliances and tires: may be picked up by your hauler by special arrangement, typically for an additional fee
  • Electronics and specialty materials: often require a designated recycler or drop-off option

Quick links

Call City Hall 262-242-3100 or Public Works 262-236-2913

Yard waste & seasonal pickups

Brush Site, key-card access · Tue–Sun, Apr–Dec · No curbside pickup

Mequon does not offer curbside yard waste pickup. Yard waste and brush go to the City’s Brush Site — a key-card-access site for permit holders — or to a private landscape contractor.

Brush Site basics

  • Location: 6000 W Bonniwell Rd, Mequon, WI 53097
  • Entry uses a key-card and an automated gate.
  • Only brush and yard waste from a permit holder’s residential lot in the City of Mequon is accepted — no commercial dumping.

Getting a key-card

  • Complete the Brush Site Permit Application online (it asks for your vehicle license plate information).
  • Purchase the key-card in person at the City Hall Finance Counter or the DPW front counter — key-cards cannot be purchased at the Brush Site itself.
  • First-year key-card fee is $40, with a $30 annual renewal. A lost or misplaced card can be replaced for $35.
  • Pay by cash, check, or credit card (a processing fee applies to card payments) at City Hall or the DPW building.

Hours and season

The Brush Site is generally open Tuesday–Sunday (closed Mondays), 7:30 AM–7:00 PM, roughly April through December. Exact open/close dates and any mid-season closures shift from year to year, so confirm current dates on the City’s Brush Site page before you go.

What’s accepted

  • Grass, leaves, non-invasive weeds, pumpkins, and garden waste
  • Brush and branches up to 12 inches in diameter
  • Soft-body green herbaceous material under 1 inch in diameter
  • Log wood, wood chips, and compost material may be taken by permit holders for free when available — bring your driver’s license.

Grass clippings and invasive plants

Per the City’s Public Works FAQ: “Grass clippings, leaves, and similar yard waste cannot go to the landfill, so your refuse hauler cannot take them.” Residents can use a private landscape contractor or the Brush Site instead.

Invasive plants must be collected separately, placed in a clear bag labeled “Invasive Plants, Please Landfill,” and set out for collection by your contracted licensed garbage hauler.

Quick links

Call Public Works 262-236-2913

Permits and home improvement guidelines

Mequon residential permitting follows Wisconsin DSPS One- and Two-Family Uniform Dwelling Code standards, so the process is built around plan review, permit issuance, and required inspections. If your project involves exterior changes, structural work, or trades like electrical, plumbing, or HVAC, confirm requirements early with Community Development to avoid rework or scheduling delays.

Does my project need a permit?

Confirm with Community Development · 262-236-2924

Permits are commonly required for work that changes structure, safety systems, or exterior elements — for example decks, sheds and accessory structures, additions, structural alterations, and electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work. If you’re not sure, the safest move is to confirm with Community Development before starting.

Permit length and timing

  • Residential permits are generally valid for 1 year from issuance.
  • New commercial or new single-family home permits are generally valid for 2 years from issuance.
  • Do not start work until the permit is issued.

Homeowner vs. contractor rules

Homeowners may perform their own residential work when they own and occupy the single-family residence where the work is being done. If a contractor is doing the work, confirm they can legally pull permits for residential work in Wisconsin and that the permit is issued under the correct party.

How to apply

Start on the City’s Permit Forms page — most homeowners will need the building, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC application, plus zoning forms as needed.

Quick links

Call 262-236-2924

Plan prep & inspections

Central Scheduling · Calls after 9 AM may roll to the next day

Fees and planning

Mequon publishes an official fee schedule covering permit- and inspection-related fees — check it before applying so you understand what may apply to your project.

Plan review generally takes about 1–2 weeks after you submit the application and plans.

Scheduling an inspection

  • Inspections are scheduled through the City’s central inspection scheduling line.
  • Have your permit number or property address ready when you call.
  • Inspection requests made after 9:00 AM may be scheduled for the next day, so call early if you’re trying to keep a project moving.

Who to contact

  • Central Scheduling (inspections): 262-236-2930
  • Permit questions (Inspections Department): 262-236-2924
  • Building Inspections Supervisor, Greg Golden: 262-236-2921
  • Permit Coordinator, Karen Heil: 262-236-2924
  • Inspectors typically answer questions in-office daily, 8:00–9:00 AM and 3:30–4:30 PM.

Office location

11333 N Cedarburg Road, Mequon, WI 53092

Quick links

Call Central Scheduling 262-236-2930

Seasonal Services and City Notices

Hartland seasonal rules and Village notices can affect parking, snow response, brush and leaf timing, and overall project scheduling. The disclosures below cover the official places to check before planning anything time-sensitive.

Snow operations & winter parking

No street parking, year-round · 262-236-2913

Snow emergencies

  • A snow emergency is declared after a snowfall.
  • Plowing starts on snow emergency routes first, then moves to side streets.
  • Questions tied to snow emergencies or winter road operations go to the Highway Division.

Street parking rules — critical year-round

Mequon does not allow parking on City streets at any time of year — not just during snow events. This matters most during snow emergencies, so plows can clear routes efficiently. The Police Department can have a vehicle towed if it’s in the way.

Practical winter tips for homeowners

  • Keep all vehicles off the street — use driveways or off-street parking only.
  • Keep curb areas clear for plows, delivery drivers, and emergency access.
  • If you’re planning service work during snow season, coordinate so contractor vehicles aren’t parked in the street.

Quick links

Call Highway Division 262-236-2913

Road issues, right-of-way trees & city notices

Highway Division 262-236-2913 · After-hours: Police non-emergency

Roadway concerns

For gravel shoulder issues, potholes, road surface concerns, or missing or damaged street signs, contact the Highway Division — they determine jurisdiction and address the issue as appropriate.

Trees in the right-of-way

If you believe a tree issue is in the City right-of-way, contact the City Forester.

Call City Forester 262-674-4080 or email nherlache@cityofmequonwi.gov

After-hours Public Works emergencies

For an after-hours emergency tied to Public Works, call the non-emergency Police Department number. Dispatch is in contact with Public Works and can direct the response as required.

Quick links

Highway Division 262-236-2913   Police non-emergency 262-242-3500

Community and Local Information

A quick hub for Mequon City Hall, safety, parks, and library resources — useful when planning projects that touch permits, street access, or neighborhood timing.

City services & service requests

City Hall · 262-242-3100

City Hall is the fastest starting point for most non-emergency questions, department routing, and City administration services. Check posted facility hours before visiting, especially around holidays or weather closures.

For forms or a specific request, use the City Forms page for an organized list of available submissions, or the City Services page for common service categories and contact routing. The City directory of services lists departments in one place.

Quick links

Call City Hall 262-242-3100

City meetings, events & notices

City calendar · Weekly Bulletin sign-up

Use the City’s calendar of events for official meetings, festivals, and public events in one place. If you’d rather have notices come to you, sign up for City updates or subscribe to the Mequon Weekly Bulletin.

Quick links

Parks, recreation & library

Parks & rentals 262-236-2913 · Weyenberg Library

Parks

Use the Parks hub for park sites, brochures, trails, pavilions, and park forms. Park hours are listed by the City; rental or availability questions are routed through the listed parks contact.

Recreation programs

Mequon-Thiensville recreation programming is operated through the Mequon-Thiensville School District Recreation Department. Use the registration portal to register and manage accounts.

Library

The Frank L. Weyenberg Library provides local services, events, and resident resources. Use the library website for hours, events, catalog access, and services, or the library calendar for programming.

Quick links

Call Parks 262-236-2913 or email parks@cityofmequonwi.gov

Public safety & non-emergency contacts

Emergencies: 911 · Non-emergency Police: 262-242-3500
  • For emergencies, call 911.
  • For non-emergency police questions, or to reach Public Works after hours, call the Police Department’s non-emergency number — dispatch is in contact with Public Works and can direct the response as needed.

Quick links

Non-emergency 262-242-3500

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