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1. What are your hours of operation?

Our hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tax payments are received Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

2. Where are you located?

We are located inside the Waukesha City Hall at 201 Delafield Street in Room 104 (lower level).

3. How do I file a claim against the City of Waukesha?

You would need to file your claim with the Clerk-Treasurer's Office. Please click the link for detailed instructions Filing a Claim against the City of Waukesha

4. Who should I make my check payable to?

Checks should be made payable to the City of Waukesha.

5. What forms of payment do you accept?

Checks, cash, Visa and MasterCard are acceptable forms of payment for license applications or permit fees.

Real Estate and Personal Property taxes may be paid by cash or check. A service fee does apply if you would like to pay your taxes by a Visa debit card or credit card. Tax Payment Methods Page

6. How do I obtain a dog or cat license?

For information on how to obtain a dog or cat license, please visit our Dog and Cat Licenses page.

7. How can I get a license for my business?

The answer to this would depend on the type of business. The Clerk/Treasurer's Office issues specific licenses such as taxi cab business, billiard, dance hall, etc. If the business did not require any license from the Clerk's Office, the individual would be directed to the Building Department (Community Development) for an occupancy permit, and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue for a seller's permit. Please look at the reference list for additional information. reference list

8. What do I need to open a new business?

The best place to start is to visit our reference list of helpful website and phone numbers. We also suggest you consult with an attorney first. Reference List.