Overview
Preemption classification
Tier D — Restricts locals
Bans inclusionary zoning (2017). No pro-housing preemption. Milwaukee and Madison frustrated by state limits.
Governance
Statewide
Building and zoning code adoption is mandated at the state level.
Adopted building codes
Modified as WI Uniform Dwelling Code
View building-code adoption for Wisconsin →
3 of 5 codes adopted (IBC, IECC, NEC)
Profiled counties
Cities
Showing 3 of 3
| City | Population | Code | Status | Issues |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville | — | Chapter 42 - Zoning Code of Ordinances · 7 districts | V2 ✓ | |
| Madison | — | Chapter 28 — Madison Zoning Code; Chapter 41 — Historic Preservation · 44 districts | V2 ✓ | data:gaps-present |
| Milwaukee | — | Milwaukee Code of Ordinances — Chapter 295 (Zoning) · 40 districts | Pending · low | status:draftpriority:lowfreshness:volatilegate:confidence-tags-short-form |
Research status
Data quality
67%completeness2 confirmed1 partial