Whether you can keep chickens or livestock depends on local zoning. In unincorporated towns the Rock County zoning ordinance (Wis. Stat. 59.69) controls; villages like Footville and Orfordville allow up to six hens per dwelling. Cities set their own limits.
Rock County does not set one countywide chicken or livestock rule. Agricultural-zoned land in the unincorporated towns permits farm animals under the county zoning ordinance adopted per Wis. Stat. 59.69, while residential zones restrict them. Several municipalities allow limited backyard hens: the Villages of Footville and Orfordville permit a maximum of six hens per dwelling unit with setback conditions. Roosters and larger livestock are typically barred in residential areas. Wisconsin's right-to-farm law (Wis. Stat. 823.08) protects established agricultural operations from nuisance suits. Always confirm your parcel's zoning district before adding birds or animals.
Keeping prohibited livestock or excess hens in a residential district is a zoning violation; municipalities issue citations and orders to remove the animals.
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Milton, WI
Milton regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. WI Stat. §947.01 applies.
Milton, WI
Milton considers excessive barking a nuisance. Animal control handles complaints. WI Stat. §174 covers dog regulation statewide.
Milton, WI
Milton enforces quiet hours in this small city (pop. 6,000) between Janesville and Fort Atkinson. Rural-suburban character and agricultural surroundings defi...
Milton, WI
Milton manages parking along its small commercial area and residential streets. Winter alternate-side parking rules enable snow plowing operations.
Milton, WI
Milton restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zones. Weight, size, and signage limits apply. Overnight heavy truck storage prohibited.
Milton, WI
Milton requires vehicles parked on improved surfaces. Front lawn parking prohibited. Driveway modifications require permits.
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