Abandoned vehicles in Greenfield are regulated under state law (Wis. Stat. §342.40) and city nuisance ordinances. Inoperable or unlicensed vehicles visible from public areas may be reported.
RV and recreational vehicle parking in Greenfield residential areas is governed by city zoning code (Ch. 21). Generally one RV permitted per lot with setback requirements. Front yard storage restrictions apply.
Large commercial vehicles are restricted in Greenfield residential zones under city zoning code. Contact Greenfield Inspection Services for specific requirements.
Fireworks in Greenfield are regulated under Chapter 10 (Public Peace and Good Order). Consumer fireworks are legal under Wisconsin state law (Wis. Stat. §167.10) but local ordinances may restrict. Discharge on private property with owner consent is the state minimum. Contact Greenfield Police for specifics.
Fire pits in Greenfield are subject to city fire code and general nuisance ordinances. Enclosed recreational fire pits are generally permitted with setback requirements. Contact Greenfield Fire Department for specific rules.
Outdoor burning in Greenfield is restricted. Burning of yard waste and refuse is generally prohibited. Recreational fires in enclosed containers may be permitted. Wisconsin DNR NR 101 also applies.
Wisconsin uniformly regulates propane storage, installation, and handling under Wis. Admin. Code SPS 340, adopting NFPA 58 statewide and preempting inconsistent local rules through state building and fuel gas codes.
Wisconsin DNR designates statewide Fire Protection Areas under Wis. Stat. § 26.11 where the agency holds primary wildfire suppression authority and enforces stricter ignition rules during elevated fire danger.
Persistent animal noise in Greenfield is a nuisance under Chapter 11 (Public Nuisances) and Chapter 12 (Health and Sanitation). Excessive barking disturbing neighbors is subject to complaint and citation.
Greenfield regulates loud and disturbing noise through Chapter 10 (Public Peace and Good Order) of the City Code, with state backstop under Wis. Stat. §947.01 (disorderly conduct). Greenfield has not enacted statewide-style decibel-based quiet hours; complaints are evaluated against a reasonableness/disturbance standard.
Greenfield regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. WI Stat. §947.01 applies.
Aircraft noise in Wisconsin is overwhelmingly governed by federal aviation law. The FAA preempts state and local noise regulation of aircraft in flight, while Wisconsin Statute Chapter 114 governs aeronautics and limits municipal authority over airspace and airport operations.
Greenfield enforces weed abatement under WI Stat. §66.0407. WI DNR NR 40 governs invasive species. County enforcement also applies.
Greenfield enforces a 10-inch grass and weed height limit. Code compliance issues notice with 7 days to correct. City may mow and charge the owner on the tax bill.
Greenfield's Zoning Code (Chapter 21 of the Municipal Code) does not include a dedicated accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance. The code's residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-2a, R-3, R-3a, R-4a, R-4b, MFR-1, MFR-2, MFR-3) regulate one-family, two-family, and multifamily dwellings, and the term 'accessory dwelling unit' does not appear as a permitted use in the Part 4 district regulations. Construction of a separate, self-contained second residence on a single-family lot generally requires either two-family district zoning (R-2/R-2a) or a rezoning/variance through the Plan Commission and Common Council. The City's zoning authority comes from Wis. Stat. Sec. 62.23.
Sheds in Greenfield are 'accessory buildings (except garages)' under the Zoning Code (Chapter 21) and the Inspection Services Accessory Structure Permits handout. They must sit at least 2 feet from any side or rear lot line and at least 10 feet from any principal structure, may never be placed in the front yard, and the typical maximum height is 15 feet. A residential lot may have up to two accessory buildings (except garages) of no more than 250 square feet each without a concrete slab.
Wisconsin's Uniform Dwelling Code (Wis. Stat. ch. 101 and SPS 320-325) sets statewide construction standards for one- and two-family dwellings, including tiny homes built as permanent dwellings. Local governments cannot impose stricter building code standards than the UDC.
Greenfield Chapter 21 (Zoning Code) caps residential front-yard fences at 3 feet (decorative, continuous enclosure only — no chain link in front yards) and side/rear-yard fences at 6 feet, with side-yard solid fences limited to 4 feet unless the upper 2 feet are at least 50% open or the fence is set back at least 10 feet inside the lot line.
WI Stat. §90.02 to 90.14 provides line fence cost-sharing for rural/agricultural land. Urban residential fences: each owner responsible for their own.
Wisconsin enforces uniform pool barrier requirements through the Department of Safety and Professional Services. SPS 390 governs public pools and the Uniform Dwelling Code addresses residential pool fencing, preempting inconsistent local building standards for one and two-family dwellings.
Short-term rentals in Greenfield must comply with Chapter 10 (Public Peace and Good Order) of the Greenfield Code of Ordinances, including Section 10.35 (Unnecessary or Excessive Noise). Wisconsin Statute 66.1014 (the 'right to rent' law) prevents Greenfield from banning short-term rentals of seven days or longer but expressly preserves the city's authority to enforce noise ordinances against STR operators and their guests.
Short-term rental guests in Greenfield must follow the citywide alternate-side overnight parking rule and avoid violating snow emergency restrictions. Overnight parking is permitted year-round, but vehicles must be on the even-numbered side of the street on even calendar dates and the odd-numbered side on odd dates, with enforcement between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.
Short-term rentals in Greenfield must comply with Wisconsin DATCP Tourist Rooming House licensing requirements ($110/year + $300 one-time inspection). Greenfield's zoning code (Ch. 21, Division 21.04.0800) addresses short-term rental uses.
Greenfield STR operators collect Wisconsin 5% state sales tax, Milwaukee County 0.9% tax (eff. Jan 1, 2024), and applicable room taxes under Wis. Stat. §66.0615.
Milwaukee County does not regulate STR occupancy. The county is fully incorporated into 19 cities and villages; STR occupancy is set by the host municipality plus the state DATCP Tourist Rooming House license under Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 72, which caps capacity at the bedroom count and approved sleeping areas. Wis. Stat. 66.1014 preempts municipalities from prohibiting rentals of 7 days or longer.
Greenfield requires pool barriers to prevent unsupervised child access. Minimum 48-inch height. Self-closing, self-latching gates. WI Stat. §145.17.
Greenfield enforces pool safety requirements including anti-entrapment drain covers (VGB Act), barriers, and depth markers. WI Stat. §145.17 governs.
Greenfield requires building permits for pools, spas, and hot tubs. WI Uniform Dwelling Code governs. Inspections required.
Wisconsin does not preempt local breed-specific legislation. Some WI cities have breed bans. WI Stat. §174.042 covers dangerous dogs based on behavior.
Greenfield requires dogs on leash in public. Off-leash in designated parks only. Dog licensing required statewide under WI Stat. §174.
Exotic and wild animals in Greenfield are subject to Wisconsin state law (Wis. Stat. §169) and city animal ordinances. Dangerous exotic animals are generally prohibited. Contact Greenfield Police for specific restrictions.
Beekeeping in Greenfield is subject to city zoning and animal ordinances. State apiarist program (Wis. Stat. §93.45) applies. A permit may be required. Contact Inspection Services for current hive and setback requirements.
Wisconsin Statute Chapter 951 prohibits animal cruelty and neglect statewide, applying uniformly to hoarding situations. Local ordinances may supplement but cannot weaken state standards for animal treatment and confinement.
Wisconsin's right-to-farm law (Wis. Stat. 823.08) and Livestock Facility Siting Law (Wis. Stat. 93.90) limit municipal authority to restrict agricultural operations and standardize permitting for livestock facilities statewide.
Wisconsin prohibits feeding and baiting deer and elk in counties with chronic wasting disease (CWD) under Wis. Stat. 29.614. The Department of Natural Resources enforces these restrictions uniformly across affected counties.
Greenfield allows home occupations as accessory use in residential zones. Home occupation permit required. WI cottage food law applies for home bakers.
Wisconsin allows home producers to sell certain non-hazardous foods directly to consumers without a license under the Pickle Bill and baked-goods rulings. State law sets uniform sales caps, labeling, and product limits.
Wisconsin requires state licensing or certification for any home caring for four or more unrelated children. The Department of Children and Families administers uniform standards that preempt conflicting local rules.
The City of Greenfield regulates floodplain development through Chapter 21 of the Zoning Code, which establishes three flood-related districts: FW Regional Floodway (Sec. 21.04.0313), FF Regional Flood Fringe (Sec. 21.04.0314), and GFP General Floodplain (Sec. 21.04.0315). Use standards in these districts are set out in Sec. 21.04.0604, with floodland nonconforming uses governed by Sec. 21.04.1011. The ordinance is adopted under Wis. Stat. Sec. 87.30 and must meet the minimum standards of Wis. Admin. Code Chapter NR 116 and 44 CFR Parts 59-72. The Root River and its tributaries are the principal regulated waterways through Greenfield; FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps for Milwaukee County (community panels under CID 55079C) delineate the regulated floodplain.
Wisconsin's NR 115 sets minimum shoreland zoning standards along navigable waters, and the Public Trust Doctrine protects Great Lakes shores. Counties must adopt rules at least as strict as NR 115 statewide.
Wisconsin requires erosion control practices on construction sites under NR 151 and SPS 321. State standards apply uniformly, and one- and two-family dwelling sites follow Department of Safety and Professional Services rules.
Wisconsin's NR 151 sets statewide performance standards for construction site and post-construction stormwater runoff. DNR administers WPDES permits, and local programs must meet or exceed state minimums.
Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 115 sets uniform impervious surface coverage limits for shoreland properties statewide. Counties must adopt these standards, typically capping coverage at 15 percent, with mitigation allowing up to 30 percent in certain circumstances.
Wisconsin Statute § 59.692 and Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 115 establish uniform statewide shoreland zoning standards including setback requirements from navigable waters. Counties must adopt these minimum standards, and municipalities cannot impose more restrictive shoreland setbacks.
Wisconsin's Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) under Wis. Stat. § 101.65 sets statewide construction standards for one and two-family dwellings. While zoning height limits remain local, structural standards including height-related requirements are uniform and preempt conflicting municipal building codes.
Wisconsin has no legal recreational or medical marijuana dispensary program. State law prohibits cannabis sales, so no municipality can authorize dispensary operations through zoning ordinances.
Wisconsin prohibits all marijuana cultivation, including for personal use. Growing any cannabis plant is a felony under state controlled substances law. No municipality may authorize home cultivation.
Wisconsin commercial drone operators follow FAA Part 107 and state preemption under Wis. Stat. 114.045. Local governments cannot impose competing flight rules, though state privacy and surveillance statutes apply.
Wisconsin Statute 114.045 preempts most local drone regulation, reserving authority to the state and FAA. Recreational pilots must follow federal Part 107 hobbyist rules and Wisconsin's drone-privacy criminal statute.
Wisconsin Statute 104.001 expressly preempts cities, villages, towns, and counties from establishing a minimum wage higher than the state minimum, ensuring uniform wage rules across Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Statute 103.10 and 104.001 preempt local paid sick leave ordinances, blocking cities and counties from requiring private employers to provide paid time off beyond state and federal mandates.
Wisconsin preempts local predictive scheduling and fair workweek ordinances under Wis. Stat. 103.007, ensuring statewide uniformity for employer scheduling practices and forbidding municipal advance-notice mandates.
Wisconsin issues shall-issue concealed weapon licenses to qualified residents age 21+ who complete training, pass a background check, and pay required fees, with statewide preemption preventing local rules.
Wisconsin Statute 66.0409 broadly preempts local firearm regulation, barring cities, villages, towns, and counties from enacting ordinances stricter than state law on possession, transportation, sale, or registration of firearms and ammunition.
Wisconsin permits adults at least 18 who are not prohibited persons to openly carry firearms in public without a permit, with statewide preemption blocking local restrictions on lawful open carry.
Wisconsin Statute 941.23 makes carrying a concealed handgun in a vehicle without a CCW license a misdemeanor, while open carry and licensed concealed carry inside vehicles are lawful statewide subject to limited prohibited zones.
Wisconsin Statute 66.0104 and Act 317 prevent municipalities from limiting landlord-tenant relationships beyond state law, including any local just-cause eviction requirement. Eviction grounds and procedures are governed exclusively by Wis. Stat. ch. 704 and ATCP 134.
Wisconsin Statute 66.1015 expressly prohibits any city, village, town, or county from regulating the amount of rent or fees charged for residential rental units. The preemption is total, with narrow exceptions for government-owned housing and voluntary agreements.
Wisconsin Statute 66.0104 limits how cities can require rental property registration and inspection. Programs must target districts with documented blight or code issues, and inspection fees are capped between roughly $75 and $150 depending on inspection type.
Wisconsin's Working Lands Initiative under Statute 91 establishes farmland preservation zoning districts, certifies county and local plans, and offers income tax credits to farmers in certified agricultural enterprise areas.
Wisconsin Statute 823.08 protects established agricultural operations from nuisance lawsuits by neighbors, requiring courts to dismiss claims unless the farm substantially threatens public health or safety.
Wisconsin Statute 66.0419, enacted by 2015 Act 17, preempts cities, villages, towns, and counties from regulating, banning, or imposing fees on auxiliary containers including plastic bags, cups, and bottles.
Wisconsin's auxiliary container preemption law in Statute 66.0419 prevents municipalities from banning or restricting expanded polystyrene foam takeout containers, leaving any restriction to state legislation.
Wisconsin Statute 66.0419 preempts cities and counties from regulating plastic straws, stirrers, and similar single-use items, and the state has not adopted a statewide straw-on-request rule.
Wisconsin Statute 66.0401 applies to homeowners associations and condo associations, preempting deed restrictions and covenants that prohibit or significantly impair solar energy systems on owner property.
Wisconsin Statute 66.0401 broadly preempts municipalities and counties from restricting solar and wind energy systems unless restrictions serve specific public health, safety, or aesthetic exceptions defined by state law.
Wisconsin Statute 134.66 prohibits selling, giving, or furnishing cigarettes, tobacco, or vapor products to any person under 21 years of age and requires retailers to verify age via valid ID before sale.
Wisconsin has not enacted a statewide ban on flavored tobacco or vapor products; sales of menthol cigarettes and flavored e-cigarettes remain lawful under Wis. Stat. 134.66 subject to age and licensing rules.
Wisconsin regulates electronic vaping devices under its tobacco statutes, requiring retailer licenses, age-verification, and excise taxes on vapor products, with state law preempting most local retail rules under 134.66.