Holiday Decorations in Kenosha County, WI (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Kenosha County, Wisconsin.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Kenosha County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Lawn Ornament Rules
Kenosha County zoning does not restrict decorative lawn features: County Code § 12.38.020(p) lets sun dials, ornamental lights, birdbaths and similar landscape items sit in any required yard, including the street yard and shore yard, without a setback or permit. The allowance covers unincorporated county property only.
Kenosha County Yard Ornament Placement Rule
Few RestrictionsKenosha County Code § 12.38.020(p)
The following structures or parts thereof shall be allowed to project into or to be constructed in a required yard within the area otherwise prohibited by a building yard line unless restrictions are provided pursuant to the issuance of a conditional use permit under section 12.40 of this ordinance or unless restrictions are set forth by the historical preservation board pursuant to sections 12...
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