The Town of Buchanan has adopted its own zoning code and municipal code. The Town is currently working on updating the municipal code and will have sections of the code available on this website when completed.
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
Residential Single Family (RSF) 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)
Other Commonly Requested Codes & Rules
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.
Preliminary Flood Map Information for Buchanan
FEMA and the Wisconsin DNR have released preliminary Outagamie County Flood Insurance Rate Maps. The revised maps affect a significant number of properties in Buchanan. Maps are available for public inspection at the Town Hall.
Homeowners could be required to carry flood insurance based on these revised maps. Outagamie County is the responsible community under this Federal program. Buchanan residents must contact County officials to appeal the floodplain determinations on the maps. Residents have the right to go through an appeals process, but it will have to be done through the Outagamie County Zoning Department at 832-5255. Appeals will be accepted for a six-month time period. Residents must submit technical evidence that the floodplain elevations are incorrect.
The following are links to more information:
Floodsmart.gov
FEMA
WDNR-Floodplain Management
Presentation from Open House in Outagamie County
