Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva is a city in Walworth County, Wisconsin.
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Who to contact
- Lake Geneva ClerkOfficial records, meetings and licences.
- Phone
- 262-249-4092
- Address
- 626 Geneva St Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- Website
- Visit website
- One phone line for 2 offices
- Phone
- (920) 749-1995
- Lake Geneva AssessorProperty valuation and classification.
- Website
- Visit website
- Walworth County directory of municipal assessorsProperty valuation and classification.
- Address
- 100 W Walworth Street Elkhorn, WI 53121
- Website
- Visit website
- One phone line for 2 offices
- Phone
- 262-248-3673
- Lake Geneva Planning and ZoningZoning, land use and development review.
- Address
- 626 Geneva St Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- Website
- Visit website
- Lake Geneva zoning and land useZoning districts and land use rules, and which uses and buildings the rules permit on a given piece of land.
- City of Lake Geneva TreasurerThe City of Lake Geneva Treasurer's office collects property tax payments for the City of Lake Geneva.
- Website
- Visit website
- Lake Geneva Building and PermitsBuilding permits and inspections.
- Website
- Visit website
- Lake Geneva Public WorksRoads, bridges and right of way.
- Phone
- (262) 248-6644
- Address
- 1065 Carey Street Lake Geneva, WI 53147
- Website
- Visit website
Who handles what in Lake Geneva
- Zoning and land use
- Office
- Lake Geneva Planning and Zoning, 262-248-3673
- Building permits
- Septic systems
- Office
- Walworth County Planning and Zoning, (262) 741-4972
- Property value and homestead
- Office
- Lake Geneva Assessor, (920) 749-1995
- Property tax bills
- Payments by January 31, unless the tax bill says otherwise
- City of Lake Geneva Treasurer, 262-248-3673
- Later installments and late taxes, unless the tax bill says otherwise
- Walworth County Treasurer, 262-741-4251
- Deeds, mortgages and plats
- Office
- Walworth County Register of Deeds, 262-741-4233
- Roads
- City streets
- Lake Geneva Public Works, (262) 248-6644
- State highways
- Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
Where to find things
- Walworth County FoodShare local agencyFood assistance (SNAP and EBT)
Local SNAP food-assistance office information for Walworth County, listed in the official state directory. Find the agency’s contact details and ask about applications, interviews, or an existing case.
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- Wisconsin food assistanceOfficial Wisconsin food-assistance program information, listed by USDA. Find application guidance and program contacts. Check the program for current eligibility, benefits, and EBT help.
- USDA food assistance state directoryChoose a state or territory for official food-assistance program websites, applications, and EBT contacts.
- Wisconsin unemployment benefitsUnemployment benefits
Official Wisconsin unemployment insurance information. Find the program’s instructions for claims, eligibility, and ongoing benefits. Use its own guidance to choose where to file.
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- USAGov unemployment benefits overviewFind the state unemployment program and official filing guidance through USAGov. Where you worked can determine where you should file.
- Wisconsin Medicaid and CHIPHealth coverage (Medicaid and CHIP)
Find Wisconsin Medicaid application information and health-coverage contacts, listed by HealthCare.gov. Check the program for eligibility, renewals, and children’s coverage.
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- HealthCare.gov Medicaid and CHIP application guideFind Medicaid and children’s health-coverage application guidance and the official agency for your state or territory.
- USAGov help with energy billsHeating and utility bill assistance
Learn about help with heating, cooling, and energy bills, and find the official LIHEAP and weatherization program contacts.
- Wisconsin WIC programWIC nutrition help
WIC nutrition, food benefits, breastfeeding support, and clinic application contacts.
More options
- USDA WIC application and clinic guideWIC nutrition, food benefits, breastfeeding support, and clinic application contacts.
- Wisconsin child care assistanceHelp paying for child care
Child care payment assistance, application instructions, and program contacts. Check current eligibility, funding, and waiting lists with the program.
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- ChildCare.gov help paying for child careChild care payment assistance, application instructions, and program contacts. Check current eligibility, funding, and waiting lists with the program.
- Walworth County Housing Authority vouchers and public housingRent help and public housing
Apply for Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) or public housing, or ask about waiting lists, with the local housing authority. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the agency.
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- WHEDA Housing Choice Voucher ProgramLearn about rental help and public housing programs, how to apply, and who to contact. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the program.
- HUD Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and public housingLearn how Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and public housing work, how to apply, and how to find your local public housing agency. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with your local agency.
- HUD Find ShelterEmergency shelter and eviction help
Search for nearby shelters, homeless services, food pantries and health clinics, or find your local homeless services network. Check current availability with each provider.
- Wisconsin WorksCash assistance (TANF)
Learn about cash assistance for families with children, how to apply, and who to contact about your case. Check current eligibility and rules with the program.
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- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash assistanceLearn how Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash help works and find the program that serves your state. Apply through your state or local office.
- Wisconsin child support servicesChild support services
Open a child support case, get help establishing paternity or a support order, and find payment and contact information.
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- Child support helpLearn how to get help collecting child support and find the child support agency that serves your state or tribe.
- Wisconsin programs and services for older adultsSenior services and aging
Find state programs for older adults and family caregivers, such as help at home, meals, caregiver support, and how to reach your local aging office. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the program.
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- Eldercare LocatorFederal Eldercare Locator for finding local help for older adults and caregivers, such as meals, help at home, transportation, and your Area Agency on Aging. Search by ZIP code or call the listed number.
- Wisconsin Division of Vocational RehabilitationDisability services
Find state disability services, such as vocational rehabilitation for work and training, independent living help, and how to apply. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the program.
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- State vocational rehabilitation agencies directoryFederal directory of state vocational rehabilitation agencies that help people with disabilities get ready for, find, and keep jobs. Use it to find your state agency and how to contact it.
- Walworth County Veterans Service OfficeVeterans benefits help
Meet with the county veterans service officer for free help applying for VA and state veterans benefits, disability claims, pensions and survivor benefits. Call ahead to check office hours or set up an appointment.
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- Wisconsin veterans benefits helpGet free help applying for federal and state veterans benefits, such as disability compensation, pension and survivor benefits, and find a veterans service officer near you. Check eligibility and office hours with the agency.
- Get help from a VA accredited representative or VSOFind a VA accredited representative or veterans service organization (VSO) who can help you file a VA claim or appeal at no cost. Your state and county veterans service offices can also help.
- Wisconsin unclaimed property searchUnclaimed money
Search the official unclaimed property list for money owed to you, such as forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, refunds and deposits, and file a claim. Searching is free, so be careful of anyone who asks for a fee.
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- Find unclaimed money from the governmentLearn how to search for unclaimed money held by state governments and federal agencies, such as old bank accounts, tax refunds, savings bonds and pensions. Searching is free, so be careful of anyone who asks for a fee.
- Wisconsin driver and vehicle servicesDriver licenses and state IDs · Vehicle registration and titles
Official driver and vehicle services. Check the agency for renewals, appointments, document requirements, registration, and titles.
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- USAGov driver licensing and state ID guideOfficial guide to driver licenses and state identification, with links to state motor vehicle agencies.
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Official U.S. passport applications, renewals, document requirements, and acceptance facility information.
- USAGov Social Security benefits and replacement cardsSocial Security benefits and cards
Official guide to Social Security benefits, card replacement, and Social Security Administration services.
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Official Medicare enrollment, coverage, plan comparisons, and contacts for help with Medicare.
- IRS income tax filing and assistanceIncome taxes and filing help
Official federal income tax filing instructions, payment and refund information, and links to filing help.
- USAGov job search and career training guideJobs and career training
Official guide to public job training, career resources, and American Job Centers.
- USAGov federal student financial aid guideStudent financial aid
Official guide to FAFSA, federal student aid, and other ways to find help paying for education.
- Wisconsin consumer protection officeConsumer complaints and scams
State consumer protection information, business complaints, and reporting contacts.
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- USAGov state consumer protection office directoryFind your state consumer protection office for business complaints and scam reporting.
- Wisconsin emergency management and recovery contactsDisaster recovery assistance
State emergency management information and contacts for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Check the agency for available recovery programs.
More options
- USAGov disaster assistance application guideOfficial disaster assistance application information and links to FEMA and other recovery programs.
- USAGov legal aid and lawyer referral guideLegal aid and lawyer referrals
Find legal aid programs, lawyer referrals, and other sources of affordable legal help.
- USAGov federal, state, and local court directoryCourts and traffic tickets
Official guide to federal, state, territory, county, and municipal court websites.
- SBA business registration and startup guideStarting and registering a business
Official startup guide covering business registration, business structure, and federal and state tax IDs.
Walworth County records and services
- Walworth County property tax search and paymentLook up a property's tax bill and amount due, and see the ways you can pay.
- Walworth County plats and subdivision mapsSearch historical tax plat images organized by city, village, or township in the county.
Guides
- How property taxes work: who assesses, who collects
- How to find who owns a piece of land
- How to get help buying food: SNAP and WIC
- How to file for unemployment benefits
- How to get Medicaid, CHIP or Marketplace health coverage
- Help paying energy bills: LIHEAP and weatherization
- Help paying for child care
- Help with rent and housing: Section 8, shelter and eviction help
- Cash assistance for families: TANF, SSI and general assistance
- How child support works
- Help for older adults and people with disabilities
- How to get help with veterans benefits
- How to find unclaimed money in your name
About Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva is a city in Walworth County, Wisconsin. In Wisconsin the city does the property work: the Assessor sets values, the City Treasurer sends the tax bill, and the city handles zoning and permits. Deeds are recorded at the county Register of Deeds.