The Town of Buchanan has adopted its own zoning code and municipal code. The Town Board recently approved an ordinace updating the municipal code on August 17, 2010. A final code book is in the process of being printed and digital chapters of the code will be provided as soon as they are available.
Provided are some of the most commonly requested codes and zoning information. For further information on any ordinances, codes or zoning contact the Town Hall at (920) 734-8599.
Zoning
General Agriculture (AGD) Zoning
Exclusive Agricultural (AED) Zoning
Residential Single Family (RSF) Zoning
Residential Two Family (RTF) Zoning
Multi-Family (RMF) Zoning
Industrial (IND) Zoning
Local Commercial (CL) Zoning
Accessory Uses (sheds), Fences and Accessory Parking
Private Swimming Pools
Land Division & Subdivision Ordinace
See the Forms page for applicable forms for the land division and subdivision ordinance.
Land Division and Subdivision Ordinance
Town Ordinances and Policies
Regulating Farm Animals
Noise Ordinance
Open Burning and Refuse Burning Ordinance
Solid Fuel Fired Outdoor Heating Devices
Adult Entertainment Ordinance
Park Impact Fee Ordinance
Wind Energy Facility Ordinance
Sellers and Solicitors Ordinance
Roadway Ditch Drainage and Right-of-Way Policy
Town Fees and Licenses Schedule
Amended Fees and Licenses Schedule (effective 1/1/2009)
Amended Fees & Licenses Schedule (Effective September 1, 2010)
Other Commonly Requested Codes & Rules
Signs in Town Road Right-of-way
The Town of Buchanan Municipal Code prohibits signs and markers in highways and Town right-of-way. Section 82-47 and 82-48 states that no person shall place within the limits of any street or highway maintained by the Town, any sign, signal, marker, mark or monument unless permission is first obtained from the Town. Any item placed or maintained in violation of this code shall be subject to removal. Please be aware of this requirement with regard to signs for special events or sales as they may be removed by the Town. The Town may also charge violators for removal of items in right-of-way that are placed illegally.
Driveway Apron Rules
Section 74-4 of the Buchanan Municipal Code states that no driveway apron shall be constructed of concrete. Driveway entrances and approaches shall also be constructed so that they shall not interfere with the drainage of streets, ditches or roadside areas or with an existing structure on the right-of-way. Driveway aprons or entrances not in compliance with Town Codes may be removed at resident's cost if necessary.
In additon, any resident which is creating a new driveway access or is replacing a culvert under an existing driveway shall obtain a culvert permit from the Town. This permitting process is necessary to ensure that proper drainage is maintained for your property and surrounding properties.
Noxious Weed Ordinance
Every person is required by law to destroy all of the following noxious weeds growing on land in the Town of Buchanan, Outagamie County, Wisconsin, owned, operated, or controlled by the person: Canada Thistle, Leafy Spurge, Field Bindweed (Creeping Jenny), Bull Thistle, Wild Mustard, Yellow Rocket, Yellow Dock, Russian Thistle, Giant Foxtail, English Charlock, Musk Thistle, Velvet Leaf, Quack or Quitchgrass, Wild Radish, Buckhorn Plantain, Goatsbeard, and Harmful Barberry, per Wisconsin Statues 66.0407 and Town Municipal Code 34-1. In order to prevent such growth and pollination, it shall be the duty of every property owner to mow or cause to be mowed upon his premises all grasses or weeds exceeding one foot (1') in height and in such manner as shall effectively prevent them from bearing seed or spreading to adjoining property.
Flood Mapping and Regulations
Outagamie County is the responsible community under this Federal program. Buchanan residents must contact County officials to discuss issues specific to their property. The Outagamie County Zoning Department can be reached at 832-5255. The following are links to more information:
Floodsmart.gov
FEMA
WDNR-Floodplain Management
