Environmental Health
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Tattoo and Body Piercings
The City of Racine Public Health Department – Environmental Health Division protects the health and well-being of body art establishment patrons by annually licensing and inspecting facilities. Body art establishments are those businesses which provide tattoo and/or body piercing services. |
The following is required for permitting:
- Review the appropriate sections of the Wisconsin State Statutes and Administrative Code, as well as the Racine Municipal Code:
- Complete the required application for permitting:
Application for Lodging, Recreational Water, and Body Art License
Supplemental Questions – Body Art Establishment -
Pay the one-time pre-inspection /fee at the Department of Customer Service (Racine City Hall, 730 Washington Avenue Room 103, Racine). This must be paid before any site visits will be conducted.
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A pre-inspection of the facility must occur. Any violations found during the pre-inspection must be corrected pursuant to applicable state and local requirements prior to issuance of the permit.
If a follow-up inspection is deemed necessary, it must be scheduled at least 72 hours in advance.
- Pay the permit fee at the Department of Customer Service. The licensing year runs from July 1 through June 30, and the permit fee must be paid annually before July 1 to avoid late fees. It is the responsibility of the establishment to ensure license(s) are paid on time.
Microblading
At this time, Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) has a Frequently Asked Questions document that addresses microblading. Practitioners must follow the licensing requirements for tattoo and body piercing.
Additional Information
WI Tattooist and Body Piercer Information
WI Tattooing and Body Piercing Establishment Information
US FDA Approved Autoclave & Machine Search
DNR Managing Household Medical Sharps
Other Departments to Contact
For More Information
If you have questions or would like more information,
call 262-636-9203.
