Planning & Development

COVID-19 Update

The Planning Department will be open to the public by appointment only starting July 15, 2020 related to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in the area. To schedule an appointment, contact Megan McBride at 715-682-7041 or mmcbride@coawi.org. 

Building Permits can be submitted and paid for online:

Submit a Building Permit online

Pay for a Building Permit online 


City Planning Documents  

  1. Chapter 781. Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
  2. City's Comprehensive Plan (PDF)
  3. Comprehensive Plan Part 2
  4. 2018 Housing Strategic Plan
  5. City of Ashland 25 by 25 Plan
  6. Bike and Pedestrian Plan Background Report
  7. Bike and Pedestrian Plan Map
  8. 2018 Economic Development Strategic Plan
  9. Waterfront Development Plan (2019)
  10. City Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) 2019-2024
Plan Overview Poster
Historical building

Special Studies

  1. 2016-2017 Historical and Architectural Resources Survey
  2. 2017 City of Ashland Housing Report
  3. 2018 Downtown Parking Analysis

Additional Resources

-    Ashland County Base Map