For the purpose of this chapter, the town is hereby divided into the following zoning districts:

1. A.
   A-1 Agricultural/Low Density District.
2. B.
   A-2 Agricultural/Rural Residential District.
3. C.
   R-1 Single-Family Residential District.
4. D.
   R-2 Two-Family/Multifamily Residential District.
5. E.
   B-1 Business District.
6. F.
   I-1 Industrial District.
7. G.
   C-1 Conservancy (Shoreland-Wetland Zoning) Overlay District.
8. H.
   PDO Planned Development Overlay District.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-40)

Effective on: 1/1/1901

1. A.
   Incorporated. The location and boundaries of the districts established by this chapter are set forth on the zoning map entitled "Zoning District Map for the Town of Peshtigo, Marinette County, Wisconsin, dated February, 2005", which are incorporated herein and hereby made a part of this chapter. The said map, together with everything shown thereon and all amendments thereto, shall be as much a part of this chapter as though fully set forth and described herein.
2. B.
   Map amendments. Amendments to the zoning map shall take effect upon adoption by the town board and the county board, and the filing of proof of posting or publication thereof in the office of the town clerk. It shall be the duty of the town clerk to enter all zoning map amendments upon the certified copy of the zoning map and certify the same.
3. C.
   Shoreland zoning. The "Marinette County Shoreland Zoning Ordinance" adopted September 19, 1967, and any amendments thereto, continues in all respects to the extent of the greater restrictions, but not otherwise.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-41)

Effective on: 1/1/1901

The following rules shall apply with respect to the boundaries of the various districts as shown on the zoning district map:

1. A.
   District boundary lines are the centerlines of highways, streets, alleys, and pavements; or right-of-way lines of railroads and expressways; or section, division of section, tract and lot lines; wetland mapping unit lines or such lines extended, unless otherwise indicated.
2. B.
   In areas not subdivided into lots and blocks, wherever a district is indicated as a strip adjacent to and paralleling a street or highway, the depth of such strips shall be in accordance with dimensions shown on the maps measured at right angles from the centerline of the street or highway, and length of frontage shall be in accordance with dimensions shown on the map of streets and highways, or railroad rights-of-way, unless otherwise indicated.
3. C.
   Where a district boundary line divides a lot in single ownership on the effective date of this chapter, the town board, after due hearing, may extend the regulation for either portion of such lot.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-42)

Effective on: 1/1/1901

1. A.
   Purpose. The A-1 Agricultural/Low Density District is intended to provide for, maintain, preserve and enhance agricultural lands historically utilized for crop production and agricultural operations. This district recognizes the importance of agriculture and is not intended to unduly or unreasonably interfere with normal and customary farm operations including the accumulation and spreading of manure or to interfere with the operation of farm machinery and equipment during the day and at night for normal and customary farm operations.
2. B.
   Permitted uses.

   1. 1.
      Agricultural operations, including but not limited to, animal and poultry husbandry, beekeeping, dairying and grazing, field crops, forestry, green houses, orchards and crop harvesting, truck farming, horticulture or viticulture, and accessory uses.
   2. 2.
      Single-family dwellings.
   3. 3.
      Two-family dwellings.
   4. 4.
      A single-family dwelling occupied by a parent or child of an owner who resides on the parcel may be developed according to the lot size, bulk restrictions and yard requirements as specified in the R-1 Single-Family Residential District.
   5. 5.
      Orchards.
   6. 6.
      Vegetable raising.
   7. 7.
      Community living arrangements with a capacity for eight or fewer persons served by the program.
   8. 8.
      Recreational cabins.
   9. 9.
      Camping unit and house trailer parking, not intended for living purposes, and limited to vehicles owned by the resident owner.
   10. 10.
       Farm buildings.
   11. 11.
       Private carports.
   12. 12.
       Detached private garages.
   13. 13.
       Tool houses, sheds and other similar buildings used for the storage of common supplies.
   14. 14.
       Conservatories and nurseries for plants, provided such activity is not used for wholesale or retail trade beyond the limitations of a home occupation.
   15. 15.
       Road stands not exceeding one per farm or residence.
   16. 16.
       Dog kennels on parcels of five acres or more.
   17. 17.
       Detached family recreational structures, such as spas, gazebos, etc.
   18. 18.
       Ponds permitted by section 60-252.
3. C.
   Conditional uses.

   1. 1.
      Sewage disposal plants.
   2. 2.
      Sanitary landfills.
   3. 3.
      Automobile wrecking yards, junk yards, and salvage yards.
   4. 4.
      Cemeteries.
   5. 5.
      Governmental and cultural uses, such as fire and police stations, community centers, libraries, public emergency shelters, parks, playgrounds, and museums,
   6. 6.
      Schools and churches.
   7. 7.
      Utilities.
   8. 8.
      Airports and landing strips.
   9. 9.
      Sand, gravel, and stone extraction, but not including the manufacture of products on the premises other than the production of crushed stone, gravel or sand. Each gravel pit or quarry shall be graded so that the maximum side slope permitted will be 30 percent, at the end of each year's use. There shall be no mining of gravel or sand within 50 feet of the public or private road right-of-way or property line. Each such pit shall comply with the county nonmetallic mining ordinance.
   10. 10.
       Projecting signs shall not exceed 100 square feet in area for any one premises, shall not exceed 20 feet in height above the mean centerline street grade, shall not extend beyond the lot line, shall not be less than ten feet from any side or rear lot line, shall not extend into the public right-of-way, and shall not be less than ten feet above the sidewalk or 15 feet above any public access way, any street or alley.
   11. 11.
       Race tracks.
   12. 12.
       All other agriculturally related commercial enterprises.
   13. 13.
       Golf courses.
   14. 14.
       Community living arrangements with a capacity for nine or more persons served by the program.
   15. 15.
       Campgrounds.
   16. 16.
       Day care center, group.
   17. 17.
       Mini-warehouse storage units or systems.
   18. 18.
       Telecommunications towers and facilities per section 60-220.
   19. 19.
       Wind generation systems per section 60-219.
   20. 20.
       Factory farms, as defined by the state.
4. D.
   Lot size, bulk restrictions and yard requirements.

   1. 1.
      Lot.

      1. a.
         Area: minimum of five acres.
      2. b.
         Width: 325 feet at highway setback line.
   2. 2.
      Height.

      1. a.
         Principal building, except agricultural buildings: maximum of 35 feet.
      2. b.
         Agricultural buildings: maximum of 125 feet with minimum setback requirements equal to the height of the building.
   3. 3.
      Yards.

      1. a.
         Front yard setback: see section 60-33.
      2. b.
         Shore yard setback: minimum of 75 feet.
      3. c.
         Principal structure side yard setback: minimum of 15 feet.
      4. d.
         Principal structure rear yard setback: minimum of 15 feet. New construction grade level of the front foundation shall be at or above the grade level of the edge of the highway.
   4. 4.
      Building area. The minimum living area of a dwelling shall be 120 square feet, excluding garages and decks.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-43; Ord. of 10-15-2013; Ord. No. 202408-11, 08/20/2024; Ord. No. 202506-01, 06/17/2025)

Effective on: 6/17/2025

1. A.
   Purpose. The A-2 Agricultural/Rural Residential District is intended for mostly rural areas of the town where agricultural activity has been declining, or where a mixture of rural residential and agricultural activity is desirable or existing. The district primarily provides for low density residential development consistent with a generally rural environment and also provides for certain nonresidential uses that require relatively larger land areas and which are compatible with surrounding residential uses. This district secondarily provides for continued agricultural uses of land. Lot sizes of at least 1½ acres are required for new lots while properties for the keeping of farmland animals shall require a minimum of five acres.
2. B.
   Permitted uses.

   1. 1.
      Single-family dwellings with or without attached or detached garages or carports.
   2. 2.
      Community living arrangements with a capacity for eight or fewer persons served by the program.
   3. 3.
      The keeping of farmland animals defined as horses, cows, pigs, chickens, emu, ostrich, deer, etc., provided the lot is comprised of a minimum of five acres, a building to house the animals is provided and the operations are not for large scale commercial operations.
3. C.
   Conditional uses.

   1. 1.
      Cemeteries.
   2. 2.
      Governmental and cultural uses, such as fire and police stations, community centers, libraries, public emergency shelters, parks, playgrounds, and museums.
   3. 3.
      Utilities.
   4. 4.
      Community living arrangements with a capacity for nine or more persons served by the program.
   5. 5.
      Day care center, group.
   6. 6.
      Outside storage of unlicensed or inoperable motor vehicles.
   7. 7.
      Dog kennels for more than 12 dogs.
   8. 8.
      Wind generation systems and electric generation systems per section 60-219.
   9. 9.
      Ponds on parcels containing less than 20 acres per section 60-252.
   10. 10.
       Bed and breakfast establishments.
   11. 11.
       Telecommunications towers and facilities per section 60-220.
   12. 12.
       Churches and schools.
4. D.
   Lot size, bulk restrictions and yard requirements.

   1. 1.
      Lot size.

      1. a.
         Area: minimum of 1.5 acres without farm animals; five acres with farm animals.
      2. b.
         Width:

         1. i.
            Minimum for parcels of 1.5 acres or less: 200 feet at highway setback.
         2. ii.
            Minimum for parcels of five acres or more: 325 feet at highway setback.
         3. iii.
            Minimum lot widths of 200 and 325 feet must be maintained but could be relocated where necessary to abut an easement for ingress/egress when affording access from a town road.
         4. iv.
            Frontage on curves may be reduced to a minimum of 60 lineal feet at road setback line. 
5.  
   2. 2.
      Building height. Principal building: maximum of 35 feet.
   3. 3.
      Yards.

      1. a.
         Front yard setback: see section 60-33.
      2. b.
         Shore yard setback: minimum of 75 feet.
      3. c.
         Principal structure side yard setback: minimum of 15 feet.
      4. d.
         Principal structure rear yard setback: minimum of 15 feet.
   4. 4.
      New construction grade level. New construction grade level of the front foundation must be at or above the grade level of the edge of the highway.
   5. 5.
      Cul-de-sac.

      1. a.
         Minimum: 60 feet frontage width.
      2. b.
         Maximum: three driveways per cul-de-sac.
   6. 6.
      Building area. The minimum living area of a one-story dwelling shall be 600 square feet, excluding garages and decks.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-44; Ord. of 10-15-2013; Ord. No. 202408-12, 08/20/2024; Ord. No. 202506-02, 06/17/2025)

Effective on: 6/17/2025

1. A.
   Purpose. The primary purpose of the R-1 district is to provide for a quiet, pleasant and relatively spacious living area for high quality, low density residential development protected from traffic hazards and the intrusion of noncompatible land uses. The intent is to provide for rural residential development on soils that are compatible for on-site disposal of sewage effluent, and development that is compatible with adjacent natural features.
2. B.
   Permitted uses.

   1. 1.
      Single-family dwellings with or without attached or detached garages or carports.
   2. 2.
      Community living arrangements with a capacity for eight or fewer persons served by the program.
3. C.
   Conditional uses.

   1. 1.
      Bed and breakfast facilities.
   2. 2.
      Governmental and cultural uses, such as fire and police stations, community centers, libraries, public emergency shelters, parks, playgrounds, and museums.
   3. 3.
      Utilities.
   4. 4.
      Community living arrangements with a capacity for nine or more persons served by the program.
   5. 5.
      Day care center, group.
   6. 6.
      Solar panels detached from principal structure.
   7. 7.
      Ponds as allowed by section 60-252.
4. D.
   Lot size, bulk restrictions and yard requirements.

   1. 1.
      Lot size.

      1. a.
         Area: minimum of 1.5 acres.
      2. b.
         Width: minimum of 200 feet at highway setback but could be relocated where necessary to abut an easement for ingress/egress when affording access from a town road.
      3. c.
         Frontage on curves may be reduced to a minimum of 60 lineal feet at road setback line.
   2. 2.
      Building height. Principal building: maximum of 35 feet.
   3. 3.
      Yards.

      1. a.
         Front yard setback: see section 60-33.
      2. b.
         Shore yard setback: minimum of 75 feet.
      3. c.
         Principal structure side yard setback: minimum of 15 feet.
      4. d.
         Principal structure rear yard setback: minimum of 15 feet.
   4. 4.
      New construction grade level. New construction grade level of the front foundation must be at or above the grade level of the edge of the highway.
   5. 5.
      Cul-de-sac. See section 60-286.

      1. a.
         Minimum: 60 feet frontage width.
      2. b.
         Maximum: three driveways per cul-de-sac.
   6. 6.
      Building area. The minimum living area of a dwelling shall be 600 square feet, excluding garages and decks.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-45; Ord. of 10-15-2013; Ord. No. 202408-13, 08/20/2024; Ord. No. 202506-03, 06/17/2025)

Effective on: 6/17/2025

1. A.
   Purpose. The primary purpose of the R-2 district is to provide for a quiet and pleasant living area for residential development protected from traffic hazards and the intrusion of noncompatible land uses on soils that are compatible for on-site disposal of sewage effluent.
2. B.
   Permitted uses.

   1. 1.
      Single-family dwellings with or without attached or detached garages or carports.
   2. 2.
      Community living arrangements with a capacity for eight or fewer persons served by the program.
   3. 3.
      Two-family dwellings.
3. C.
   Conditional uses.

   1. 1.
      Solar panels detached from principal structure.
   2. 2.
      Governmental and cultural uses, such as fire and police stations, community centers, libraries, public emergency shelters, parks, playgrounds, and museums.
   3. 3.
      Utilities.
   4. 4.
      Community living arrangements with a capacity for nine or more persons served by the program.
   5. 5.
      Day care center, group.
   6. 6.
      Multifamily dwellings.
   7. 7.
      Bed and breakfast establishments.
   8. 8.
      Ponds as allowed in section 60-252.
4. D.
   Lot size, bulk restrictions and yard requirements.

   1. 1.
      Lot size.

      1. a.
         Area:

         1. i.
            Single-family and two-family: minimum 1.5 acres.
         2. ii.
            Three dwelling units: two acres.
         3. iii.
            Each additional unit: an additional ¼ acre.

      2. b.
         Width: minimum of 250 feet at highway setback. Frontage on curves may be reduced to a minimum of 60 lineal feet at road setback line.
      3. c.
         Width corner lot: minimum of 300 feet.
   2. 2.
      Building height. Principal building: maximum of 35 feet.
   3. 3.
      Yards.

      1. a.
         Front yard setback: see section 60-33.
      2. b.
         Shore yard setback: minimum of 75 feet.
      3. c.
         Single- and two-family dwellings:

         1. i.
            Principal structure side yard setback: minimum one side of 15 feet.
         2. ii.
            Principal structure rear yard setback: minimum one side of 15 feet.
      4. d.
         Multifamily dwelling:

         1. i.
            Principal structure side yard setback: minimum one side of 15 feet.
         2. ii.
            Principal structure rear yard setback: minimum of 15 feet.
   4. 4.
      New construction grade level. New construction grade level of the front foundation must be at or above the grade level of the edge of the highway.
   5. 5.
      Building area. The minimum living area of a dwelling shall be 1,000 square feet per dwelling unit, excluding garages and decks.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-46; Ord. of 10-15-2013; Ord. No. 202408-14, 08/20/2024; Ord. No. 202506-04, 06/17/2025)

Effective on: 6/17/2025

1. A.
   Purpose. The B-1 Business District is intended to provide for the orderly and attractive grouping at appropriate locations along principal highway routes of those businesses and customer services which are logically related to and dependent upon highway traffic or which are specifically designed to serve the needs of such traffic.
2. B.
   Plans and specifications to be submitted to plan commission. To encourage a business use environment that is compatible with the rural character of the town, zoning and/or building permits for permitted uses in business districts shall not be issued without review and approval of the plan commission. Said review and approval shall be concerned with general layout, building plans, ingress, egress, parking, loading and unloading, location, landscape plans and drainage.
3. C.
   Permitted uses. The following are permitted uses in this district, but not limited to these uses, which are listed for purposes of example and illustration:

4. D.
   Permitted accessory uses. Allowed only if a permitted use is already located on the parcel:

   1. 1.
      Accessory garages for storage of vehicles used in conjunction with the operation of the business or for occupants of the premises.
   2. 2.
      Off-street parking and loading areas.
   3. 3.
      Residential quarters for the owner, proprietor, commercial tenant, employee or caretaker located in the same building as the business.
   4. 4.
      Roof mounted solar collectors.
5. E.
   Conditional uses.

   1. 1.
      Unattached dwelling unit for the owner, operator, employee or caretaker of the principal use.
   2. 2.
      Shopping centers.
   3. 3.
      Wind generation systems.
   4. 4.
      Telecommunications towers and facilities per section 60-220.
   5. 5.
      Ponds meeting the standards of section 60-252.
   6. 6.
      Animal kennels.
   7. 7.
      In addition to the above conditional uses, the following special uses may be permitted by the town board after review and public hearing. Commercial establishments dealing in adult entertainment or pornographic materials and activities:

      1. a.
         Intent. It is declared to be the purpose and intent of this subsection to protect the public health, safety, welfare, and morals of the community, to promote the stability of property values, and to impose restriction upon those activities which pander to gross sexuality in a manner that would detract from the neighborhood and adversely affect the property values, increase crime and violence, and be repugnant to the morals of the community. In recognition of the protection afforded to the citizens under the First and Fourteenth Amendments, it is not the intent to inhibit freedom of speech or the press, but rather to restrict the location of defined materials and activities consistent with the town's interest in the present and future character of its community development.
      2. b.
         Uses which may be permitted. The following uses shall only be permitted as herein provided:

         1. i.
            Commercial establishments which display, sell, have in their possession for sale, offer for view, publish, disseminate, give, lease, or otherwise deal in any written or printed matter, pictures, films, sound recordings, machines, mechanical devices, models, facsimiles, or other material and paraphernalia depicting sexual conduct or nudity and which exclude minors by reason of age.
         2. ii.
            Commercial establishments which display for viewing any film or pictures depicting sexual conduct or nudity and which exclude minors by reason of age.
         3. iii.
            Commercial establishments in which any person appears or performs in a manner depicting sexual conduct or involving nudity and from which minors are excluded by reason of age.
      3. c.
         Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in subsection (e)(7) of this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

         1. i.
             Nudity means the showing of the human male or female genitals, pubic area, or buttocks with less than a fully opaque covering, or the showing of the female breast with less than a fully opaque covering of any portion thereof below the top of the areola, or the human male genitals in a discernible turgid state even if completely or opaquely covered.
         2. ii.
            Sexual conduct means acts or simulated acts of masturbation, homosexuality, sexual intercourse, or physical contact with a person's clothed or unclothed genitals, pubic area, buttocks, or if such a person is a female, breasts.
      4. d.
         Conditions. The above conditional uses shall be subject to the following provisions:

         1. i.
            No permit shall be granted where the proposed establishment is within 500 feet of any hospital, church, school, funeral parlor, restaurant, library, museum, or playground, or any other public or private building or premises likely to be utilized by persons under the age of 18 years.
         2. ii.
            No permit shall be granted where the proposed establishment is within 1,000 feet of any area zoned residential or agricultural in the same or a contiguous town or municipality.
         3. iii.
            The applicant shall furnish the town detailed information as to the nature of use and activity of the proposed establishment. If the application is for an establishment under subsection (e)(7)b.1 and b.2 of this section, the applicant shall furnish representative samples of the materials to be dealt in. If the application is for an establishment under subsection (e)(7)b.3 of this section, the applicant shall in detail specify the nature of the activity to be engaged in.
         4. iv.
            Advertisements, displays, pictures, or other promotional materials shall not be shown or exhibited on the premises in a manner which makes them visible to the public from pedestrian ways or other public or semipublic areas.
         5. v.
            All points of access into such establishments and all windows or other openings shall be located, constructed, covered, or screened in a manner which will prevent a view into the interior from any public or semipublic area.
         6. vi.
            In case of a protest signed by 20 percent or more of the persons of the area within 300 feet of the property lines, the grant of such permit shall require a majority vote of the town board.
         7. vii.
            The town board in determining whether to grant a permit hereunder shall, in addition to considerations otherwise taken into account when acting on conditional use permits, consider the protection of property values in the affected area; the preservation of neighborhoods, the tendency of such use to attract an undesirable quantity or quality of transients; the tendency of such use to cause increases in crime, especially prostitution and sex-related crimes and the need for policing; the tendency of such use to cause increases in noise, traffic, and other factors interfering with the quiet and peaceful enjoyment of the neighborhood; the tendency of such use to encourage residents and businesses to move elsewhere; the protection of minors from such materials and activities; and any other factor created by the type of use being considered, along with the health, safety and general welfare of the community.
6. F.
   Lot size, bulk restrictions and yard requirements.

   1. 1.
      Lot size.

      1. a.
         Area: minimum of one acre.
      2. b.
         Width: minimum of 100 feet at highway setback line. Frontage on curves may be reduced to a minimum of 60 feet if other requirements are substantially followed.

   2. 2.
      Building height.

      1. a.
         Principal building: maximum of 35 feet.
      2. b.
         Accessory building: maximum of 35 feet.
   3. 3.
      Yards.

      1. a.
         Front yard setback: see section 60-33.
      2. b.
         Shore yard setback: minimum of 75 feet.
      3. c.
         Principal structure side yard setback:

         1. i.
            Minimum one side: 15 feet.
         2. ii.
            Minimum combined: 30 feet.
      4. d.
         Principal structure rear yard setback: minimum of 40 feet.
   4. 4.
      New construction grade level. New construction grade level of the front foundation shall be at or above the grade level of the edge of the highway.
   5. 5.
      Building area. The total minimum living area of an attached dwelling shall be 500 square feet, and for an unattached dwelling shall be 1,000 square feet, excluding garages and decks.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-47) 

Effective on: 1/1/1901

1. A.
   Purpose. The I-1 Industrial District is intended to provide for the orderly development of light manufacturing or light industrial operations which, on the basis of actual physical and operations characteristics, would not be detrimental to the surrounding area or to the town as a whole by reason of smoke, noise, dust, odor, traffic, physical appearance, or other similar factors; and to establish such regulatory controls as will reasonably ensure compatibility with the surrounding area in this respect.
2. B.
   Plans and specifications to be submitted to plan commission. To encourage an industrial use environment that is compatible with the rural character of the town, zoning and/or building permits for permitted uses in industrial districts shall not be issued without review and approval of the plan commission. Said review and approval shall be concerned with general layout, building plans, ingress, egress, parking, loading and unloading, location, landscape plans and drainage.
3. C.
   Permitted uses.

4. D.
   Permitted accessory uses. Allowed only if a permitted use is already located on the parcel:

   1. 1.
      Garages for storage of vehicles used in conjunction with the operation of an industry.
   2. 2.
      Off-street parking and loading areas.
   3. 3.
      Office, storage, power supply, and other uses normally auxiliary to the principal industrial operations.
   4. 4.
      Residential quarters for the owner or caretaker.
   5. 5.
      Satellite dish antennas located on the roof of the principal structure or in the rear yard.
   6. 6.
      Roof mounted solar collectors.
5. E.
   Conditional uses.

   1. 1.
      Telecommunications towers and facilities meeting the standards of section 60-220.
   2. 2.
      Ponds meeting the standards of section 60-252.
6. F.
   Lot size, bulk restrictions and yard requirements.

   1. 1.
      Lot size.

      1. a.
         Area: minimum of two acres.
      2. b.
         Width: minimum of 200 feet at the highway setback.
   2. 2.
      Height.

      1. a.
         Principal building: maximum of 35 feet.
      2. b.
         Accessory building: maximum of 35 feet.
   3. 3.
      Yards.

      1. a.
         Front yard setback: see section 60-33.
      2. b.
         Shore yard setback: minimum of 75 feet.
      3. c.
         Principal structure side yard setback:

         1. i.
            Minimum one side: 15 feet.
         2. ii.
            Minimum combined: 30 feet.
      4. d.
         Rear yard setback: minimum of 40 feet.
   4. 4.
      New construction grade level. New construction grade level of the front foundation shall be at or above the grade level of the edge of the highway.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-48)

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Permitted accessory structures and uses.

1. A.
   Home occupations and professional home offices.
2. B.
   Day care center, family.
3. C.
   Licensed game farms restricted to A-1.

   1. 1.
      Animals:
   2. 2.
      The keeping of farmland animals defined as horses, cows, pigs, chickens, emu, ostrich, deer, etc., allowed in A-2 provided the lot is comprised of a minimum of five acres, a building to house the animals is provided and the operations are not for large scale commercial operations which would be restricted to A-1.
   3. 3.
      Dog kennels on parcels of five acres or more restricted to A-1 and A-2.

      1. a.
         A-2 limited to maximum of 12 dogs provided an on-site residence is present.
   4. 4.
      Domestic rabbits, fowl, dogs and cats are permitted at three or fewer of each per parcel in R-1 and R-2.
4. D.
   Satellite dish antennas. Dishes over three feet in diameter must be located in the rear yard.
5. E.
   Roof mounted solar collectors.

Refer to Sec. 60-62, 60-63, 60-64, 60-65 for conditional uses.

Accessory buildings shall adhere to the following:

1. A.
   Maximum height 35 feet at roof peak with the exception of agricultural buildings in A-1 which have a maximum of 125 feet at roof peak.
2. B.
   Front yard setback: see section 60-33.
3. C.
   Side yard and rear yard setback from property line minimum of 15 feet or equal to accessory structure wall height, whichever is greater.
4. D.
   Building permit required for over 120 square feet.

(Ord. No. 202506-05, 06/17/2025) 

Effective on: 6/17/2025

1. A.
   Purpose.

   1. 1.
      Generally. The PDO Planned Development Overlay District is intended to permit developments that will, over a period of time, be enhanced by coordinated area site planning, diversified location of structures, diversified building types, and/or mixing of compatible uses. Such developments are intended to provide a safe and efficient system for pedestrian and vehicle traffic, to provide attractive recreation and open spaces as integral parts of the developments; to enable economic design in the location of public and private utilities and community facilities; and to ensure adequate standards of construction and planning. The PDO District under this chapter will allow for flexibility of overall development design with benefits from such design flexibility intended to be derived by both the developer and the community, while at the same time maintaining insofar as possible the land use density and other standards or use requirements set forth in the underlying basic zoning district.
   2. 2.
      Condominiums. The unified and planned development of a site in a single or corporate ownership or control or in common ownership under the Unit Ownership Act set forth in Wis. Stats. ch. 703, condominiums, may be permitted by the town upon specific petition under this section and after public hearing, with such development encompassing one or more principal uses or structures and related accessory uses or structures when all regulations and standards as set forth in this section have been met. Any request for a condominium project shall be reviewed as a PDO Planned Development Overlay District.
   3. 3.
      Subdivisions. Any request for a subdivision project or multiple land divisions which create new private or town highways shall be reviewed as a PDO Planned Development Overlay District.
2. B.
   Permitted uses. Uses permitted in a Planned Development Overlay District shall conform to uses generally permitted in the underlying basic use district. Individual structures shall comply with the specific building area and height requirements of the underlying basic use district. All open space and parking requirements of the underlying basic use district shall be complied with either individually or by providing the combined open space and parking space required for the entire development in one or more locations within the development.
3. C.
   Minimum area requirements.

   1. 1.
      Generally. Areas designated as Planned Development Overlay Districts shall be under single or corporate ownership or control and shall contain a minimum development area of:

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   2. 2.
      Plan commission modification. Upon request, the plan commission may consider PDO areas less than prescribed in subsection (c)(1) of this section.

4. D.
   Procedural requirements.

   1. 1.
      Pre-petition conference. Prior to the official submission of the petition for the approval of a Planned Development Overlay District, the owner or his agent making such petition shall meet with the plan commission or its staff, the building inspector, and the zoning administrator to discuss the scope and proposed nature of the contemplated development.
   2. 2.
      Petition and fee. Following the pre-petition conference, the owner or his agent may file a petition with the building inspector for approval of a Planned Development Overlay District. Such petition shall be accompanied by a review fee, as required by the town board and the following information in this section.
   3. 3.
      Information statement. A statement which sets forth the relationship of the proposed PDO to the town's adopted master plan, if applicable, or any adopted component thereof, and the general character of and the uses to be included in the proposed PDO, including the following information:

      1. a.
         Total area to be included in the PDO, area of open space, residential density computations, proposed number of dwelling units, population analysis, availability of or requirements for municipal services and any other similar data pertinent to a comprehensive evaluation of the proposed development.
      2. b.
         A general summary of the estimated value of structures and site improvement costs, including landscaping and special features.
      3. c.
         A general outline of the organization structure of a property owner's or management's association, which may be proposed to be established for the purpose of providing any necessary private services.
      4. d.
         Any proposed departures from the standards of development as set forth in the town's zoning regulations, other town regulations or administrative rules, or other universal guidelines.
      5. e.
         The expected date of commencement of physical development as set forth in the proposal.
   4. 4.
      General development plan requirements. A general development plan including:

      1. a.
         A legal description of the boundaries of the subject property included in the proposed PDO and its relationship to surrounding properties.
      2. b.
         The location of public and private roads, driveways, and parking facilities.
      3. c.
         The size, arrangement, and location of any individual building sites and proposed building groups on each individual site.
      4. d.
         The location of institutional, recreational, and open space areas and areas reserved or dedicated for public uses, including schools, parks and drainageways.
      5. e.
         The type, size and location of all structures.
      6. f.
         General landscape treatment.
      7. g.
         Architectural plans, elevation, and perspective drawings and sketches illustrating the design and character of proposed structures.
      8. h.
         The existing and proposed location of sanitary sewer and water supply facilities.
      9. i.
         The existing and proposed location of all private utilities or other easements.
      10. j.
          Characteristics of soils related to contemplated specific uses.
      11. k.
          Existing topography on the site with contours at no greater than two-foot intervals.
      12. l.
          Anticipated uses of adjoining lands in regard to roads, surface water drainage, and compatibility with existing adjacent land uses.
      13. m.
          Restrictive covenants and deed registrations for the proposed PDO subdivision shall be filed with the final plat.
      14. n.
          The legal instruments creating a property owners' association for the ownership and/or maintenance of common lands and stormwater detention facilities in the PDO.
      15. o.
          Additional information as may be reasonably requested by the plan commission or town board.
   5. 5.
      Referral to plan commission. The petition for a planned development overlay district shall be referred to the town plan commission for its review and recommendation, including any additional conditions or restrictions which it may deem necessary or appropriate.
   6. 6.
      Public hearing. The town plan commission shall hold a public hearing or a joint public hearing with the town board. Notice for such hearing shall include reference to the development plans filed in conjunction with the requested planned development overlay district. As soon as is practical following the hearing, the plan commission shall report its findings and recommendations to the town board.
5. E.
   Compliance. All proposed PDO projects shall be in compliance with all requirements of this section and the following, if applicable, and/or when adopted:

   1. 1.
      The provisions of Wis. Stats. ch. 236 and Wis. Stats. § 82.18.
   2. 2.
      The rules of the division of health, state department of commerce, contained in Wis. Admin. Code ch. H 85 for subdivisions not served by public sewer.
   3. 3.
      The rules of the division of highways, state department of transportation, contained in Wis. Admin. Code ch. HY 33 for subdivisions which abut a state trunk highway or connecting street.
   4. 4.
      The rules of the state department of natural resources contained in the Wis. Admin. Code for floodplain management program (Wis. Admin. Code § Comm 21.33 et seq.).
   5. 5.
      Comprehensive plans or components of such plans prepared by state, regional, county or municipal agencies duly adopted by the town board.
   6. 6.
      All applicable town and county regulations, including zoning, sanitary, building and official mapping ordinances.
   7. 7.
      The town master plan, smart growth plan, or components thereof, and applicable ordinances of any city or village whose extraterritorial jurisdiction extends into the town.
   8. 8.
      Applicable provisions of the town zoning code.
   9. 9.
      All applicable rules contained in the Wisconsin Administrative Code not listed in this subsection.
6. F.
   Basis for approval of the petition. The town plan commission, in making its recommendation, and the town board, in making its determination, shall consider:

   1. 1.
      Satisfactory construction schedule. The petitioners for the proposed Planned Development Overlay District have indicated that they intend to begin the physical development of the PDO within nine months following the approval of the petition and that the development will be carried out according to a reasonable construction schedule satisfactory to the town.
   2. 2.
      Proposal consistent with chapter intent. The proposed Planned Development Overlay District is consistent in all respects to the purpose of this section and to the spirit and intent of this chapter; is in conformity with the adopted master plan or any adopted component thereof; and that the development would not be contrary to the general welfare and economic prosperity of the community.
   3. 3.
      General findings by plan commission and town board. The town plan commission in making its recommendations and the town board in making its determination shall further find that:

      1. a.
         The proposed site shall be provided with adequate drainage facilities for surface waters and stormwaters.
      2. b.
         The proposed site shall be accessible from public roads that are adequate to carry the traffic that can be expected to be generated by the proposed development.
      3. c.
         No undue constraint or burden will be imposed on public services and facilities, such as fire and police protection, street maintenance, and maintenance of public areas by the proposed development.
      4. d.
         The streets and driveways on the site of the proposed development shall be adequate to serve the residents of the proposed development and shall meet the minimum standards of all applicable ordinances or administrative regulations of the town.
      5. e.
         The entire tract or parcel of land to be included in a Planned Development Overlay District shall be held under single ownership, or if there is more than one owner, the petition for such Planned Development Overlay District shall be considered as one tract, lot or parcel, and the legal description must define said PDO as a single parcel, lot or tract and be so recorded with the register of deeds for the county.
   4. 4.
      Findings for residential PDO. In the case of a proposed Residential Planned Development Overlay District:

      1. a.
         Such development will create an attractive residential environment of sustained desirability and economic stability, including structures in relation to terrain, consideration of safe pedestrian flow, ready access to recreation space, and coordination with overall plans for the community.
      2. b.
         The total net residential density within the Planned Development Overlay District will be compatible with the town master plan or component thereof.
      3. c.
         Provision has been made for the installation of adequate public facilities and the continuing maintenance and operation of such facilities.
      4. d.
         Adequate, continuing fire and law enforcement protection is available.
      5. e.
         The population composition of the development will not have an adverse effect upon the community's capacity to provide needed school or other municipal service facilities.
      6. f.
         Adequate guarantee is provided for permanent preservation of open space areas as shown on the approved site plan either by private reservation or maintenance or by dedication to the public.
   5. 5.
      Findings for business PDO. In the case of a proposed Business Planned Development Overlay District:

      1. a.
         The proposed development will be adequately served by off-street parking and truck service facilities.
      2. b.
         The proposed development shall be adequately provided with and shall not impose any undue burden on public service and facilities such as fire and police protection, street maintenance, and maintenance of public areas.
      3. c.
         The locations for entrances and exits have been designated to prevent unnecessary interference with the safe and efficient movement of traffic on surrounding streets, and that the development will not create an adverse effect upon the general traffic pattern of the surrounding neighborhood.
      4. d.
         The architectural design, landscaping, control of lighting, and general site development will result in an attractive and harmonious service area compatible with and not adversely affecting the property values of the surrounding neighborhood.
   6. 6.
      Findings for industrial PDO. In the case of a proposed Industrial Planned Development Overlay District:

      1. a.
         The operational character, physical plant arrangement and architectural design of buildings will be compatible with the latest in performance standards and industrial development design and will not result in adverse effects upon the property values of the surrounding neighborhood.
      2. b.
         The proposed development shall be adequately provided with and shall not impose any undue burden on public services and facilities, such as fire and police protection, street maintenance, and maintenance of public areas.
      3. c.
         The proposed development will include adequate provisions for off-street parking and truck service areas and will be adequately served by rail and/or arterial highway facilities.
      4. d.
         The proposed development is properly related to the total transportation system of the community and will not result in an adverse effect on the safety and efficiency of the public streets.
7. G.
   Determination. The town board, after due consideration, may deny the petition, approve the petition as submitted, or approve the petition subject to additional conditions and restrictions. The approval of a Planned Development Overlay District shall be based upon and include as conditions thereto the building, site and operational plans for the development as approved by the town board.
8. H.
   Changes and additions. Any subsequent change or addition to the plans or uses shall first be submitted for approval to the plan commission and, if in the opinion of the plan commission, such change or addition constitutes a substantial alteration of the original plan, a public hearing before the plan commission shall be required and notice thereof be given pursuant to the provisions of subsection (d)(6) of this section, and said proposed alterations shall be submitted to the town board for approval.
9. I.
   Subsequent land division. The division of any land within a Planned Development Overlay District for the purpose of change of conveyance of ownership shall be accomplished pursuant to the applicable land division regulations and when such division is contemplated, a preliminary plat of the land to be divided shall accompany the petition for PDO approval.
10. J.
    Payment for improvements.

    1. 1.
       The improvements prescribed in Chapter 44, regarding construction of new town highways as part of a new subdivision are required as a condition of approval of a PDO. The required improvements shall be installed, furnished and financed at the sole expense of the subdivider/applicant. However, in the case of required improvements in a business or industrial area, the cost of such improvements may, at the sole discretion of the town board, be financed through special assessments.
    2. 2.
       During the course of construction, the town shall make such inspections as the town board deems necessary to ensure compliance with the plans and specifications as approved. The applicant shall pay the actual cost incurred by the town for such inspections. This fee shall be the actual cost to the town of inspectors, engineers and other parties necessary to ensure satisfactory work.
11. K.
    Record plans. After completion of all public improvements and prior to final acceptance of said improvements, the subdivider shall make or cause to be made three copies of record plans showing the actual location of all improvements and such other facilities as the town shall require. These plans shall be prepared on the original Mylars of the construction plans and shall bear the signature and seal of a professional engineer registered in the state. The presentation of the record plans shall be a condition of final acceptance of the improvements and release of the surety bond assuring their completion.
12. L.
    Utility easements. The town board, on the recommendation of appropriate agencies serving the town, shall require utility easements for poles, wires, conduits, storm sewers, gas or other utility lines. It is the intent of this subsection to protect all established easements so as to ensure proper grade, ensure maintenance of the established grade, prohibit construction of permanent fences or retaining walls over underground installation and prevent the planting of trees in the easement area.
13. M.
    Drainage easements. Where a subdivision PDO is traversed by a watercourse, drainageway, channel or stream:

    1. 1.
       There shall be provided a stormwater easement or drainage right-of-way conforming substantially to the lines of such watercourse and such further width or construction, or both, as will be adequate for the purpose and as may be necessary to comply with this section;
    2. 2.
       The watercourse, drainageway, channel or stream may be relocated in such a manner that the maintenance of adequate drainage will be ensured and the same provided with a stormwater easement or drainage right-of-way conforming to the lines of the relocated watercourse, and such further width or construction, or both, as will be adequate for the purpose and may be necessary to comply with this section; or
    3. 3.
       Wherever possible, it is desirable that drainage be maintained by an open channel with landscaped banks and adequate width for maximum potential volume flow. In all cases, such watercourse shall be of a minimum width established at the high-water mark or, in the absence of such specification, not less than 30 feet. If, in the opinion of the town engineer, the easement will be for a major drainage swale, the easement shall be of sufficient width to contain a 100-year frequency storm. If the drainage easement is located in an established floodway or flood fringe district, the entire floodplain area shall be included within the drainage easement.
14. N.
    Easement locations. Such easements shall be at least 12-feet wide, or wider where recommended by the town engineer, and may run across lots or alongside of rear lot lines. Such easements should preferably be located along rear lot lines. Evidence shall be furnished the town board that easements and any easement provisions to be incorporated in the plat or in deeds have been reviewed by the individual utility companies or the organization responsible for furnishing the services involved.

(Code 2006, § 13-1-50)

Effective on: 1/1/1901

Effective on: 1/1/1901