Town of West Bend

Backyard Chickens

Description A permit is needed to ensure compliance with the basic standards the Town has adopted to ensure backyard chickens don't become a nuisance to surrounding neighbors.

Decisionmaker Zoning Administrator

Appeals The Zoning Administrator's decision can be appealed to the Board of Zoning Appeals by submitting an appeal within 30 days of the Administrator's decision.

Application Fee

$25 plus professional service (chargeback) fees

Submittal Deadline

None - This application can be submitted anytime.

Application Materials

Backyard Chickens

Frequently Asked Questions

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If I submit an application and it is not approved, can I get my application fee back?

Application fees are not refundable. They are intended to cover the costs necessary to review the application.

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What is a determination of completeness?

When we receive a development application, staff will review the materials to make sure the application submittal is complete and ready for formal review. If an application submittal is not complete, staff will notify the applicant and describe the parts that are not complete.

A determination that an application is complete means the application is ready for formal review and does not suggest the applicant has provided sufficient information in all regards or preclude the reviewing authority from requesting additional information it deems appropriate.

Primary Staff Contact

Ben Greenberg, Town Planner

262-204-2360

[email protected]

About Reviewers

The following are involved in the review of this type of application.

Planning staff provides technical support to the Town Board, Plan Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, developers, neighbors, and other interested parties to facilitate the development review process.

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Everyone involved in reviewing development projects help ensure they align with Town regulations and long-term planning goals to foster positive growth and development.

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