Madison TR-C1 zoning (MGO 28) caps lot coverage at 50%, TR-C2 at 55%. Dane County SFR-08 caps at 30%. Yahara-basin stormwater ordinance (Dane County Ch. 14) requires infiltration BMPs for impervious additions over 1,000 sq ft. NR 151 applies in shoreland districts.
Madison General Ordinances 28.032 sets maximum lot coverage by zoning district: TR-C1 at 50%, TR-C2 at 55%, TR-V1 at 60%, TR-U1 at 70%. Dane County Ordinance Ch. 10 caps SFR-08 at 30% and RR at 10%. Sun Prairie R-1 limits coverage to 40%. Fitchburg Ch. 22 caps SFR at 35%. Middleton SR-1 caps at 35%. Verona limits R-1 at 35%. Coverage includes principal buildings, accessory structures, driveways, patios, and paved surfaces. Dane County Stormwater Ordinance Ch. 14 and Wis. Admin. Code NR 151 require post-construction stormwater management and infiltration controls for projects adding more than 1 acre of disturbed area or creating significant impervious surfaces. Permeable pavers receive 50% credit in Madison. Shoreland parcels along Lake Mendota, Monona, Waubesa, and Kegonsa have reduced coverage limits under Madison's Shoreland-Wetland overlay (MGO 28.082).
Exceeding lot coverage: correction order, $200 to $500 forfeiture plus removal requirement. Stormwater violation without BMP: Dane County fines $500 to $2,500 plus DNR referral under NR 151.
Sun Prairie, WI
Sun Prairie regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. WI Stat. §947.01 applies.
Sun Prairie, WI
Sun Prairie considers excessive barking a nuisance. Animal control handles complaints. WI Stat. §174 covers dog regulation statewide.
Sun Prairie, WI
Sun Prairie enforces quiet hours typically 10 PM to 7 AM. Noise disturbances enforceable under WI Stat. §947.01 (Disorderly Conduct).
Sun Prairie, WI
Sun Prairie enforces alternate-side parking November through March and 48-hour maximum street parking. Snow emergencies declared during heavy snowfall ban pa...
Sun Prairie, WI
Sun Prairie restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zones. Weight, size, and signage limits apply. Overnight heavy truck storage prohibited.
Sun Prairie, WI
Sun Prairie requires vehicles parked on improved surfaces. Front lawn parking prohibited. Driveway modifications require permits.
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