Zoning & Code

The Town of Buchanan has adopted its own zoning code and municipal code. The Town Board approved an ordinace updating the municipal code on August 17, 2010.

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. If you are concerned about forclosures in your neighborhood please see the attached Foreclosures Handout.

Code of the Town of Buchanan (As of 8/17/2010)

• Table of Contents
• Adult Entertainment
• Animals
• Direct Sellers and Solicitors
• Fire Prevention
• Fireworks
• Intoxicating Liquor & Fermended Malt Beverages (339)
• Impact Fees
• Noise
• Nuisances
• Parks and Recreation
• Peace and Good Order
• Solid Waste
• Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places
• Subdivision of Land
• Towers and Antennas
• Vehicles, Abandoned and Junked
• Vehicles and Traffic
• Zoning

See the Forms page for applicable forms related to the Code of the Town of Buchanan.

Code Summaries

The following are summaries of key codes most commonly requested.

• Outdoor Burning Code
• Private Swimming Pools
• Accessory Uses & Structures, Fences & Accessory Parking
• Requirements for Residential Sheds Brochure
• Requirements for Residential Fences Brochure

Recently Adopted Ordinances

• Ordinance 2011-07 Carrying Firearms-Weapons in Town Buildings
• Ordinance 2011-04 Accessory Parking & Storage
• Ordinance 2012-01 Accessory Uses and Structures
• Ordinance 2012-04 Parking Regulations

Town Fees and Licenses Schedule

• Town of Buchanan Fees & Licenses Schedule (effective 1/1/2012)
• Town of Buchanan Fees & Licenses Schedule (effective 1/1/2013)

Town Policies

• Roadway Ditch Drainage and ROW Policy

Flood and Shoreland Mapping and Regulations

Outagamie County is responsible for regulating shorelands and floodplains in the Town of Buchanan. Residents must contact County officials to discuss issues specific to their property. The Outagamie County Zoning Department can be reached at (920) 832-5255.