Small Business
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Issues related to spills/contamination when purchasing a property
The information provided below is intended to help individuals and businesses looking to purchase property to get an overview of the DNR programs and/or regulations that may apply to the environmental condition of the property. It is important to be…
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What to look for when purchasing a property
There are many issues to consider when purchasing a property. Depending on the size and scope of the property, and the final plans for use of the land and/or buildings, a new owner may run into multiple programs within the DNR that have rules…
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Purchasing property with greenspace
The information provided here is intended to help individuals or businesses looking to purchase property to get an idea of the DNR programs and/or regulations that may apply to the land, whether you plan to maintain it or make changes. There may be…
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Issues related to air pollution when purchasing a property
The information provided below is intended to help individuals or businesses looking to purchase property to get an overview of DNR programs and/or regulations related to air pollution. Many activities including painting, sanding, burning,…
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Publications provided by SBEAP
The Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) has created a number of publications. If you cannot find them on the other pages, they will be listed in the collection below. You can also find them at the SB Publication portal.
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When making changes at a business, take steps to update environmental programs
When an existing regulated business makes a change, whether there is a new owner, a name change, or they plan to shut down part or all of the facility, there are steps that should be taken to evaluate the status of environmental permits issued to…
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Waterway and wetland permits
This page connects you directly to information from the program. If your proposed or existing facility is near surface waters or wetlands, a permit may be required. Please review the web page, Waterway protection. When finished reviewing, please use…
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Water supply
When starting a small business, you will need to consider all of your water needs. This can include any basic services such as restroom facilities (toilets, sinks, showers), breakrooms (coffeemakers, sinks) or fire suppression (sprinkler systems,…
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Wastewater
For information about wastewater, please see the Wastewater Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) Permit Program. When finished reviewing, please use your browser's back button to return to this page and continue on to Solid Waste…
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Storm water management (construction and industrial)
1. Are you a new commercial business? A commercial business is one that purchases goods wholesale and operates a retail location where they sell directly to the public. Examples include: