Lodging

The Environmental Health Department is responsible for inspecting tourist rooming houses, hotels/motels, and bed and breakfasts to ensure conditions are sanitary and safe for all occupants.  Along with inspections of these facilities, the Environmental Health Department also collects drinking water samples and conducts pool and hot tub inspections when applicable. 

For more information on the lodging code visit the links below.  To apply for a permit please call (715) 537-6844 or email watertest@co.barron.wi.us.

Licensing Process:

1. Call (715-537-6844) or email (watertest@co.barron.wi.us) our department to obtain the correct application.
2. Complete application form and submit the application to our department with fees for the pre-inspection and annual permit fee.
3. Schedule pre-inspection by contacting our office by phone (715-537-6844) or email (watertest@co.barron.wi.us). The pre-inspection needs to be conducted before operation is allowed. Please note that our schedule can be booked out 2-4 weeks depending on demand.
4. Sanitarian will guide you through the rest of the process to receive your permit.