Wisconsin Regulations: Counties & Municipal Zoning Guide
Understanding where Amish tiny cabins are allowed in Wisconsin depends on both county and city regulations. Wisconsin has no single statewide tiny house law — each of the state’s 72 counties and their municipalities set their own rules on minimum square footage, foundation requirements, and where tiny homes can be placed. Many rural counties have minimal or more flexible regulations, particularly in agricultural and unincorporated areas, offering greater placement options. Others defer building and zoning authority to local cities, villages, and towns. In contrast, suburban and urban municipalities often enforce stricter zoning, including minimum dwelling sizes ranging from 400 to 1,000+ square feet, foundation requirements, and occupancy classifications. Some jurisdictions may also regulate seasonal cabins and tiny homes on wheels differently from permanent residential structures. Because rules vary widely by location, it’s important to verify requirements with local authorities. The guide below provides a county overview and municipal references to help you confidently plan and place your tiny cabin in Wisconsin.
Counties
Yes. Adams County (county seat: Friendship) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Adams County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Adams County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Ashland County (county seat: Ashland) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Ashland County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Ashland County, WI Government Directory
Yes — and home to Wisconsin’s FIRST tiny house village. Barron County (home to Barron, plus Chetek) is among the most lenient counties in Wisconsin for tiny homes. Home to **Canoe Bay ESCAPE Village** (Chetek) — Wisconsin’s award-winning, first tiny house village. Significant rural land flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact Barron County Zoning Department.
Resources: Barron County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Bayfield County (home to Washburn, plus Bayfield and the Apostle Islands on Lake Superior) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Active Lake Superior tourism corridor. Contact Bayfield County Department of Planning & Zoning.
Resources: Bayfield County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Brown County (home to Green Bay — Wisconsin’s third-largest city, plus Lambeau Field) provides pathways for tiny houses as ADUs or via conditional use permits under WI UDC framework. Contact Brown County Planning & Land Services.
Resources: Brown County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Buffalo County (county seat: Alma) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Buffalo County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Buffalo County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Burnett County (county seat: Siren) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Burnett County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Burnett County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Calumet County (county seat: Chilton) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Calumet County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Calumet County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Chippewa County (county seat: Chippewa Falls) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Chippewa County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Chippewa County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Clark County (county seat: Neillsville) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Clark County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Clark County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Columbia County (county seat: Portage) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Columbia County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Columbia County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Crawford County (home to Prairie du Chien — Mississippi River, Driftless Area) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Significant rural flexibility. Contact Crawford County Department of Zoning.
Resources: Crawford County, WI Government Directory
Yes — Wisconsin’s flagship tiny-home county. Dane County (home to Madison — Wisconsin’s capital and second-largest city, plus University of Wisconsin-Madison) permits tiny houses with a foundation as Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Madison classifies THOWs less than 150 sq ft as ‘portable shelters’ — permanent living allowed in these. Home to **Occupy Madison** — a pioneer community-based tiny living project for formerly unhoused individuals. Active urban ADU permitting. Contact Dane County Planning & Development.
Resources: Dane County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Dodge County (county seat: Juneau) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Dodge County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Dodge County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Door County (the ‘Cape Cod of the Midwest’ — home to Sturgeon Bay, plus Egg Harbor, Fish Creek, Sister Bay — peninsula on Lake Michigan) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Active tourism corridor — strong vacation rental market for park model tiny homes. Contact Door County Department of Planning.
Resources: Door County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Douglas County (county seat: Superior) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Douglas County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Douglas County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Dunn County (county seat: Menomonie) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Dunn County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Dunn County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Eau Claire County (home to Eau Claire — University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Contact Eau Claire County Department of Planning & Development.
Resources: Eau Claire County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Florence County (county seat: Florence) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Florence County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Florence County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Fond du Lac County (county seat: Fond du Lac) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Fond du Lac County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Fond du Lac County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Forest County (county seat: Crandon) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Forest County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Forest County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Grant County (county seat: Lancaster) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Grant County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Grant County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Green County (county seat: Monroe) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Green County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Green County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Green Lake County (county seat: Green Lake) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Green Lake County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Green Lake County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Iowa County (county seat: Dodgeville) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Iowa County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Iowa County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Iron County (county seat: Hurley) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Iron County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Iron County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Jackson County (county seat: Black River Falls) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Jackson County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Jackson County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Jefferson County (county seat: Jefferson) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Jefferson County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Jefferson County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Juneau County (county seat: Mauston) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Juneau County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Juneau County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Kenosha County (Wisconsin’s southeasternmost — home to Kenosha, Chicago metro north) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Contact Kenosha County Department of Planning & Development.
Resources: Kenosha County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Kewaunee County (county seat: Kewaunee) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Kewaunee County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Kewaunee County, WI Government Directory
Yes. La Crosse County (home to La Crosse — University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Mississippi River) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Contact La Crosse County Department of Planning, Resources & Development.
Resources: La Crosse County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Lafayette County (county seat: Darlington) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Lafayette County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Lafayette County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Langlade County (county seat: Antigo) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Langlade County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Langlade County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Lincoln County (county seat: Merrill) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Lincoln County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Lincoln County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Manitowoc County (home to Manitowoc — Lake Michigan, S.S. Badger ferry) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Contact Manitowoc County Department of Planning & Park Commission.
Resources: Manitowoc County, WI Government Directory
Yes (varies by jurisdiction). Marathon County (Wisconsin’s largest county by area — home to Wausau) is a ‘know-your-jurisdiction’ county where county zoning applies only to participating towns. Contact specific municipality within Marathon County. Significant rural flexibility.
Resources: Marathon County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Marinette County (county seat: Marinette) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Marinette County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Marinette County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Marquette County (county seat: Montello) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Marquette County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Marquette County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Menominee County (county seat: Keshena) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Menominee County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Menominee County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Milwaukee County (home to Milwaukee — Wisconsin’s largest city) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Active urban ADU permitting. Contact Milwaukee Department of Planning & Development.
Resources: Milwaukee County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Monroe County (county seat: Sparta) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Monroe County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Monroe County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Oconto County (county seat: Oconto) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Oconto County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Oconto County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Oneida County (home to Rhinelander — Northwoods region, Hodag) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Active Northwoods tourism. Contact Oneida County Department of Planning & Zoning.
Resources: Oneida County, WI Government Directory
Yes (with limits). Outagamie County (home to Appleton — Fox Cities region) allows ADUs but as accessory apartments INSIDE single-family homes — must be capped at 600 sq ft or 25% of the home’s total floor area (whichever is greater). Detached freestanding tiny home ADUs are NOT permitted in Outagamie County. Contact Outagamie County Department of Planning & Zoning.
Resources: Outagamie County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Ozaukee County (county seat: Port Washington) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Ozaukee County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Ozaukee County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Pepin County (county seat: Durand) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Pepin County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Pepin County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Pierce County (county seat: Ellsworth) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Pierce County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Pierce County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Polk County (home to Balsam Lake — northwest Wisconsin) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Significant rural flexibility. Contact Polk County Department of Land & Water Resources.
Resources: Polk County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Portage County (county seat: Stevens Point) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Portage County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Portage County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Price County (county seat: Phillips) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Price County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Price County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Racine County (Milwaukee metro south — home to Racine on Lake Michigan) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Contact Racine County Department of Planning & Development.
Resources: Racine County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Richland County (county seat: Richland Center) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Richland County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Richland County, WI Government Directory
Yes (with limits). Rock County (home to Janesville and Beloit) provides pathways for tiny houses as ADUs, but Rock County’s land-use role focuses on shoreland and floodplain zoning — cities and towns control day-to-day residential zoning. Contact specific municipality within Rock County for residential ADU rules.
Resources: Rock County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Rusk County (county seat: Ladysmith) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Rusk County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Rusk County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Sauk County (home to Baraboo, plus Wisconsin Dells — ‘Waterpark Capital of the World’) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Active tourism corridor. Contact Sauk County Department of Planning & Zoning.
Resources: Sauk County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Sawyer County (home to Hayward — Northwoods region, near Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Lac Courte Oreilles) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Significant rural flexibility — active Northwoods tourism. Contact Sawyer County Zoning Department.
Resources: Sawyer County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Shawano County (county seat: Shawano) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Shawano County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Shawano County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Sheboygan County (county seat: Sheboygan) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Sheboygan County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Sheboygan County, WI Government Directory
Yes. St. Croix County (home to Hudson — Twin Cities metro east, St. Croix River) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Contact St. Croix County Department of Community Development.
Resources: St. Croix County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Taylor County (county seat: Medford) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Taylor County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Taylor County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Trempealeau County (county seat: Whitehall) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Trempealeau County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Trempealeau County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Vernon County (home to Viroqua — Driftless Area, organic farming hub) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Active sustainable/organic tiny home community interest. Contact Vernon County Department of Land & Water Conservation.
Resources: Vernon County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Vilas County (home to Eagle River — Northwoods region, world’s largest concentration of glacial lakes) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Active Northwoods tourism/vacation corridor — strong park model market. Contact Vilas County Department of Zoning.
Resources: Vilas County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Walworth County (county seat: Elkhorn) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Walworth County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Walworth County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Washburn County (county seat: Shell Lake) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Washburn County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Washburn County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Washington County (county seat: West Bend) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Washington County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Washington County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Waukesha County (Milwaukee metro west — home to Waukesha) permits tiny homes under WI UDC framework. Contact Waukesha County Department of Parks & Land Use.
Resources: Waukesha County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Waupaca County (county seat: Waupaca) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Waupaca County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Waupaca County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Waushara County (county seat: Wautoma) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Waushara County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Waushara County, WI Government Directory
Yes (varies by jurisdiction). Winnebago County (home to Oshkosh — EAA AirVenture air show) can allow ADUs but the rule depends on whether the town has adopted county zoning or uses its own ordinance (Chapter 23 governs county zones). Contact Winnebago County Department of Planning & Zoning.
Resources: Winnebago County, WI Government Directory
Yes. Wood County (county seat: Wisconsin Rapids) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s framework — the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) governs. Unlike many states, Wisconsin does NOT use a universal minimum square footage for dwellings; as long as the structure meets UDC standards, it can be approved for permanent occupancy on a foundation. Tiny home state minimum 120 sq ft typically; THOWs typically classified as RVs (limited to RV parks/campgrounds). Most rural Wisconsin counties offer significant flexibility for tiny home placement. Contact your specific municipality’s zoning authority within Wood County for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: Wood County, WI Government Directory
Municipalities
Antigo (in Langlade County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Antigo, WI
Yes (with limits). Appleton (Outagamie County — Fox Cities region) follows Outagamie County’s framework: ADUs must be accessory apartments INSIDE single-family homes, capped at 600 sq ft or 25% of home’s total floor area. Detached freestanding tiny home ADUs NOT permitted. Contact Appleton Department of Community Development.
Resources: City of Appleton, WI
Ashland (in Ashland County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Ashland, WI
Balsam Lake (in Polk County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Balsam Lake, WI
Baraboo (in Sauk County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Baraboo, WI
Barron (in Barron County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Barron, WI
Beloit (in Rock County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Beloit, WI
Black River Falls (in Jackson County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Black River Falls, WI
Brookfield (in Waukesha County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Brookfield, WI
Yes — home of **Canoe Bay ESCAPE Village** — Wisconsin’s award-winning, FIRST tiny house village. Chetek (Barron County) is among Wisconsin’s most accommodating areas for tiny home placement. Contact Chetek City Hall.
Resources: City of Chetek, WI
Chilton (in Calumet County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Chilton, WI
Chippewa Falls (in Chippewa County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Chippewa Falls, WI
Crandon (in Forest County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Crandon, WI
De Pere (in Brown County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of De Pere, WI
Door County (Sturgeon Bay) (in Door County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Door County (Sturgeon Bay), WI
Yes. Eagle River (Vilas County — Northwoods region, world’s largest concentration of glacial lakes) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active Northwoods tourism — strong park model vacation rental market. Contact Eagle River City Office.
Resources: City of Eagle River, WI
Yes. Eau Claire (Eau Claire County — University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active university ADU demand. Contact Eau Claire Department of Community Development.
Resources: City of Eau Claire, WI
Elkhorn (in Walworth County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Elkhorn, WI
Ellsworth (in Pierce County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Ellsworth, WI
Florence (in Florence County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Florence, WI
Fond du Lac (in Fond du Lac County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Fond du Lac, WI
Friendship (in Adams County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Friendship, WI
Yes. Green Bay (Brown County — Wisconsin’s third-largest city, Lambeau Field) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active ADU/conditional use permits. Contact Green Bay Department of Planning.
Resources: City of Green Bay, WI
Yes. Hayward (Sawyer County — Northwoods region, World Lumberjack Championships, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active Northwoods tourism corridor. Contact Hayward City Office.
Resources: City of Hayward, WI
Hudson (in St. Croix County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Hudson, WI
Hurley (in Iron County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Hurley, WI
Yes. Janesville (Rock County — south central Wisconsin) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Contact Janesville Planning & Development.
Resources: City of Janesville, WI
Jefferson (in Jefferson County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Jefferson, WI
Juneau (in Dodge County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Juneau, WI
Yes. Kenosha (Kenosha County — Chicago metro north, on Lake Michigan) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Contact Kenosha Department of City Development.
Resources: City of Kenosha, WI
Kewaunee (in Kewaunee County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Kewaunee, WI
Yes. La Crosse (La Crosse County — University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Mississippi River) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Contact La Crosse Department of Planning & Development.
Resources: City of La Crosse, WI
Ladysmith (in Rusk County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Ladysmith, WI
Lancaster (in Grant County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Lancaster, WI
Yes — Wisconsin’s tiny home pioneer city. Madison (Dane County — Wisconsin’s capital and second-largest city, University of Wisconsin-Madison) permits tiny houses with a foundation as Accessory Dwelling Units. Madison classifies THOWs less than 150 sq ft as ‘portable shelters’ — permanent living allowed in these. Home to **Occupy Madison** — pioneer community-based tiny living project for formerly unhoused individuals. Contact City of Madison Department of Planning, Community & Economic Development.
Resources: City of Madison, WI
Manitowoc (in Manitowoc County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Manitowoc, WI
Marinette (in Marinette County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Marinette, WI
Mauston (in Juneau County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Mauston, WI
Medford (in Taylor County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Medford, WI
Menomonie (in Dunn County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Menomonie, WI
Merrill (in Lincoln County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Merrill, WI
Yes — Wisconsin’s flagship tiny-home metro. Milwaukee (Milwaukee County — Wisconsin’s largest city, on Lake Michigan) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active urban ADU permitting. Contact Milwaukee Department of City Development.
Resources: City of Milwaukee, WI
Monroe (in Green County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Monroe, WI
Neillsville (in Clark County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Neillsville, WI
Oconto (in Oconto County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Oconto, WI
Yes. Oshkosh (Winnebago County — EAA AirVenture air show, home of Oshkosh B’gosh) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Contact Oshkosh Department of Community Development.
Resources: City of Oshkosh, WI
Phillips (in Price County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Phillips, WI
Port Washington (in Ozaukee County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Port Washington, WI
Portage (in Columbia County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Portage, WI
Prairie du Chien (in Crawford County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Prairie du Chien, WI
Yes. Racine (Racine County — Milwaukee metro south, on Lake Michigan) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Contact Racine Department of City Development.
Resources: City of Racine, WI
Yes. Rhinelander (Oneida County — Northwoods region, Hodag legend) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active Northwoods tourism. Contact Rhinelander City Office.
Resources: City of Rhinelander, WI
Richland Center (in Richland County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Richland Center, WI
Shawano (in Shawano County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Shawano, WI
Yes. Sheboygan (Sheboygan County — Lake Michigan, Whistling Straits golf) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active Lake Michigan tourism. Contact Sheboygan Department of City Development.
Resources: City of Sheboygan, WI
Shell Lake (in Washburn County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Shell Lake, WI
Siren (in Burnett County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Siren, WI
Sparta (in Monroe County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Sparta, WI
Yes. Stevens Point (Portage County — University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Contact Stevens Point Department of Community Development.
Resources: City of Stevens Point, WI
Yes. Sturgeon Bay (Door County — gateway to Door Peninsula) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active Door County tourism corridor. Contact Sturgeon Bay Department of Community Development.
Resources: City of Sturgeon Bay, WI
Superior (in Douglas County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Superior, WI
Viroqua (in Vernon County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Viroqua, WI
Washburn (in Bayfield County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Washburn, WI
Yes. Waukesha (Waukesha County — Milwaukee metro west) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Contact Waukesha Department of Community Development.
Resources: City of Waukesha, WI
Waupaca (in Waupaca County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Waupaca, WI
Yes. Wausau (Marathon County seat — Wisconsin’s largest county by area) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Significant rural flexibility nearby. Contact Wausau Planning Department.
Resources: City of Wausau, WI
Wautoma (in Waushara County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Wautoma, WI
West Bend (in Washington County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of West Bend, WI
Whitehall (in Trempealeau County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Whitehall, WI
Yes. Wisconsin Dells (Sauk/Columbia/Adams/Juneau counties — ‘Waterpark Capital of the World’) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework. Active tourism corridor — strong vacation rental market for park model tiny homes. Contact Wisconsin Dells City Hall.
Resources: City of Wisconsin Dells, WI
Wisconsin Rapids (in Wood County) permits tiny homes under Wisconsin’s UDC framework — Wisconsin does NOT use universal minimum sq ft for dwellings. THOWs typically restricted to RV parks/campgrounds. Contact local zoning office for property-specific permit guidance.
Resources: City of Wisconsin Rapids, WI
