Portage County
Portage County covers 801 square miles of central Wisconsin, with the county seat at Stevens Point.
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Where to find things
- Portage County property tax search and paymentProperty records · Property taxes
Call 1-877-782-4828 to pay your property taxes with a credit or debit card.
- Portage County zoning and land useZoning
Zoning districts and land use rules, and which uses and buildings the rules permit on a given piece of land.
- Wisconsin wetland mapWetlands
Wisconsin DNR map with the Wisconsin Wetland Inventory and other wetland layers for any address in the state.
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- Wisconsin drainage districtsExplains that about 10 percent of Wisconsin farm drains are organized as drainage districts, separate units of government named for their county, and that the state agriculture department regulates them. Has a drainage board directory, a handbook for boards and an interactive map of drainage districts.
- NRCS wetland determinations and conservation complianceFarm wetland rules for USDA program participants. Before you drain, fill or clear a wet area in a farm field, ask NRCS at your local USDA Service Center for a wetland determination.
- Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesWisconsin's environmental agency: water quality, wetlands, waste and the permits that go with them.
- FEMA Flood Map Service CenterFlood zones
Official source for flood insurance rate maps. Enter an address to see the current flood zone and download the FIRM panel and letters of map change.
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- Wisconsin floodplain and flood mapsWisconsin's floodplain program: the flood maps, the extra rules that apply to building or rebuilding near water, and who runs the program locally.
- FEMA Disaster DeclarationsSearch federal disaster and emergency declarations by state, county and incident to see whether an area was declared and what assistance was authorized.
- FEMA Increased Cost of ComplianceFlood insurance coverage that helps pay to elevate, relocate, demolish or floodproof a substantially damaged building.
- Portage County Surveyor and survey recordsPlats
Survey records and section corner information. Start here to find the corners a surveyor would use.
- Office
- Portage County Surveyor
- Phone
- (715) 345-5748
- Address
- 800 Plover Road Plover, WI 54467
- Portage County septic systemsSeptic systems
Rules and permits for onsite septic systems, including new systems, repairs and inspections.
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- Wisconsin septic system permitsWisconsin calls a septic system a private onsite wastewater treatment system, or POWTS. Your county issues the permit under state plumbing rules. Start here for the rules, the soil test and the county.
- Portage County building and land use permitsBuilding permits
Which permits are required for building, land use and site work, and how to apply.
- Wisconsin state landsPublic land
Wisconsin DNR public lands: state properties where you can hunt, fish, hike, camp and boat.
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- Wisconsin public access lands mapThe Wisconsin DNR's map of land open to public hunting, fishing and hiking: state wildlife areas, state forests and parks, county forests, and private land open to the public. Hunting is allowed on most DNR land; check the hunting regulations, the property page or its signs. DNR customer service 1-888-936-7463.
- Wisconsin Managed Forest Law and Forest Crop Law lands open to the publicPrivate forest land enrolled as open under the Managed Forest Law (MFL) allows hunting, fishing, hiking, sight-seeing and cross-country skiing; Forest Crop Law (FCL) land allows hunting and fishing. The DNR's Private Forest Lands Open for Public Recreation map and yearly county lists show which land is open.
- USGS map of public and protected landNational map of federal, state, local and other public and protected land from the U.S. Geological Survey Protected Areas Database (PAD-US).
- Portage County FoodShare local agencyFood assistance (SNAP and EBT)
Local SNAP food-assistance office information for Portage 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.
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- 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.
- WHEDA Housing Choice Voucher ProgramRent help and public housing
Learn about rental help and public housing programs, how to apply, and who to contact. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the program.
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- 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.
- Portage County child supportChild support services
Contact your local child support office to open a case, establish paternity or a support order, or get help with payments and enforcement.
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- Wisconsin child support servicesOpen a child support case, get help establishing paternity or a support order, and find payment and contact information.
- Child support helpLearn how to get help collecting child support and find the child support agency that serves your state or tribe.
- Aging and Disability Resource Center of Portage CountySenior services and aging
Contact the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Portage County for free information about services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers, and for help applying for long-term care programs. Check current eligibility and waiting lists with the ADRC.
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- Wisconsin programs and services for older adultsFind 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.
- 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.
- Portage 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.
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- 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.
Portage County offices
- Portage County ClerkOfficial records, meetings and licences.Maria Davis, County Clerk
- Phone
- (715) 346-1351
- Address
- 1516 Church Street Stevens Point, WI 54481
- Website
- Visit website
- Portage County Register of DeedsRecords deeds and other land documents.
- Phone
- 715-346-1428
- Address
- 1516 Church Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481
- Website
- Visit website
- One phone line for 3 offices
- Phone
- (715) 346-1334
- Portage County GISMapping and GIS data.
- planningandzoning@co.portage.wi.gov
- Website
- Visit website
- Portage County GIS mapThe official interactive GIS map for Portage County. Open it to search a property and see its parcel and the other map layers the county publishes.
- Portage County parcel map and property searchPortage County's public map viewer. Search a property to see parcel boundaries, aerial imagery and other local map layers.
- Portage County maps on GISFinderProperty lines, aerial photos, flood zones, wetlands and GIS data downloads.
- Portage County Building and PermitsCounty zoning, sanitary (septic) and land use permits from Planning and Zoning. Building permits come from the town building inspectors.
- Address
- 1462 Strongs Avenue, 3rd Floor, Stevens Point, WI 54481
- Website
- Portage County building and land use permits, listed above
- Portage County Planning and ZoningZoning, land use, development review, and sanitary permits for private onsite wastewater (septic) systems.
- Portage County Environmental ServicesCounty environmental health services. Call to confirm who issues septic permits here.
- Website
- Visit website
- Portage County Public WorksRoads, bridges and right of way.
- Phone
- (715) 345-5230
- Address
- 800 Plover Road Plover, WI 54467
- Website
- Visit website
- Portage County USDA FSA and NRCS officeThe Farm Service Agency office for Portage County is at the Stevens Point Service Center, 4949 Kirschling Ct, Stevens Point, WI 54481. Call it to sign up for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and other farm programs, and for farm and tract records. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) works from the same office: ask it for wetland determinations, highly erodible land questions and conservation plans.
- Phone
- (715) 346-1313
- Address
- 4949 Kirschling Ct, Stevens Point, WI 54481
- Website
- Visit website
Other county departments (1)
- Portage County Public LibraryYou can search the library catalog, find events and branch hours, reserve meeting rooms, use online resources and eBooks, and apply for a library card.
- Website
- Visit website
Guides
- How property taxes work: who assesses, who collects
- 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
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About Portage County
Portage County covers 801 square miles of central Wisconsin, with the county seat at Stevens Point. Wisconsin does the property work in the city, village or town: the municipal Assessor sets the value and the municipal Treasurer sends the bill. The county Register of Deeds keeps recorded land documents.
Cities in Portage County
- Alban
- Almond Town
- Almond Village
- Amherst Junction
- Amherst Town
- Amherst Village
- Belmont Town
- Buena Vista Town
- CarsonCarson Clerk · (715) 341-9311
- Dewey Town
- Eau Pleine TownEau Pleine Town Portage Clerk · (715) 457-2727
- Grant Town
- Hull Town
- Junction City
- Lanark
- Linwood
- Nelsonville
- New Hope
- Park RidgeAnne Arndt, Village Clerk · (715) 343-1590 · clerk@vi.parkridge.wi.gov
- Pine Grove
- Plover Town
- Plover Village
- Rosholt
- Sharon Town
- Stevens PointStevens Point Clerk · 715-346-1569
- Stockton
- Whiting