Air permits

Owners or operators of industrial sources that emit pollutants to the atmosphere need to get an air permit. A permit protects public health and the environment by requiring that owners or operators comply with all applicable state and federal air regulations. The DNR provides assistance to businesses, industry and the public to help better understand air permits, including when a permit is needed, the review process, applicable regulations, air quality modeling requirements and how to apply for a permit.

Air permit public notices

View current public hearings and notices.

Check out the new Air Management Data Viewer, an interactive mapping tool that displays data such as permitted facilities and their emissions, air quality monitoring sites and nonattainment areas in Wisconsin.

Contact information

For information on operation permits, contact:

Barbara Pavliscak
608-267-7540

For information on construction permits, contact:

Dave Minkey
920-662-5179

For small businesses needing help with permits, contact:

DNRSmallBusiness@Wisconsin.gov
Small Business Environmental Assistance Program
855-889-3021