Agenda Land Use and Zoning August 10, 2026 — Agenda Packet

www.greencountywi.org PLEASE NOTE: Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities through sign language, interpreters or other auxiliary aids. For additional information or to request the service, contact the Green County Clerk’s Office at (608) 328-9430. GREEN COUNTY LAND USE & ZONING Monday, August 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM Green County Historic Courthouse - County Board Room 1016 16th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566 LAND USE & ZONING MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes i. Approval of minutes of previous meetings 3. Approval of Bills 4. Public Comment (Limit 3 minutes per person) 5. New Business i. Discussion and possible action relative to proposed ordinance amendments to Green County Zoning Ordinance Creation of Section 4-3-3-7 short term rentals. ii. Discussion and possible action relative to proposed ordinance amendments to Green County Zoning Ordinance regarding Data Centers. iii. Discussion in regard to obtaining County Board feedback for proposed ordinance amendments 6. Updates i. budget 7. Committee raised topics – Items may only be discussed and any item requiring action must be placed on a future committee agenda 8. Set date, time, and location for next meeting 9. Adjourn Committee Members: Dennis Schwartz; Kathy Pennington; Todd Larson; Steve Donovan; Dawn Leach GREEN COUNTY LAND USE & ZONING Monday, June 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM 1016 16th Ave Monroe, WI LAND USE & ZONING MEETING MINUTES 1. Call to Order The regular meeting of the Zoning and Land Use Committee was held in the County Board Room at the Green County Courthouse in Monroe on Monday, June 8, 2026. The meeting was called to order by Chair Schwartz. A roll call was taken and those present at the meeting included Dennis Schwartz, Todd Larson, Steve Donovan, Dawn Leach and Kathy Pennington. Also present at the meeting were Adam Wiegel, Green County Zoning Administrator and Angela MacLennan, Assistant Green County Corporation Counsel. 2. Approval of Minutes i. Approval of minutes of the previous meeting Motion by Larson, second by Pennington to approve the May 11, 2026, Zoning Committee Minutes. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 3. Approval of Bills Motion by Donovan, seconded by Leach to approve the Zoning Departments Bills. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 4. Public Comment (Limit 3 minutes per person) No members of the public were present to give comment. 5. Business i. Schedule a public hearing from landowner BSE Rust and Timber, LLC to rezone approximately 10 acres in section 28, Town of Monroe. The request is relative to the rezoning of a parcel of land from the Agricultural district to the Commercial district. Rezoning is proposed by the applicant for implement sales. The Committee reviewed the rezoning application and asked Wiegel clarifying questions regarding the application and the legal notification process. A public hearing was scheduled for July 13, 2026. ii. Discussion with regard to what if any zoning codes the Committee would like to review The following codes/ordinances were discussed for possible review by the Committee in the near future: shoreland ordinance, solar ordinance, event centers code and a comprehensive rewrite of the Zoning Ordinance. 6. Updates i. Board of Adjustment Wiegel gave the Committee an update in regard to this and last month's Board of Adjustment activity. ii. Public hearings data centers and short term rentals Wiegel informed the Committee that the public hearings for the data center moratorium and changes to the code in regard to short-term rentals are scheduled for July 13, 2026. The Committee asked for clarification in regard to the number of days a structure could be rented before a permit was needed for a short-term rental. Fire pit regulations for short-term rentals were also discussed. MacLennan answered the Committee's questions in regard to why the County is doing the data center moratorium by ordinance and not resolution, why it only has a 12-month moratorium versus an 18-month moratorium and why the County could not have a permanent moratorium. 7. Committee raised topics – Items may only be discussed and any item requiring action must be placed on a future committee agenda The Committee discussed future rezones and if they could be limited to the current applicant/owner, for the stated use, and include only the building or property footprint required to accommodate the stated use (perhaps mandating a new survey)—and asked Counsel to advise as to next steps. 8. Set date, time, and location for next meeting 9. Adjourn Motion by Larson, second by Pennington to adjourn. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. GREEN COUNTY LAND USE & ZONING Monday, July 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM 1016 16th Ave Monroe, WI LAND USE & ZONING MEETING MINUTES 1. Call to Order The regular meeting of the Zoning and Land Use Committee was held in the County Board Room at the Green County Courthouse in Monroe on Monday, July 13, 2026. The meeting was called to order by Chair Schwartz. A roll call was taken and those present at the meeting included Dennis Schwartz, Todd Larson, Steve Donovan, Dawn Leach and Kathy Pennington. Also present at the meeting were Adam Wiegel, Green County Zoning Administrator, and Brian Bucholtz Green County Corporation Counsel. 2. Approval of Minutes i. Approval of minutes of the previous meeting The Committee reviewed the minutes. Corrections were needed. The minutes were not approved and will be placed on next months agenda for approval. 3. Approval of Bills Motion by Donovan, seconded by Leach to approve the Zoning Departments Bills. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 4. New Business i. Conduct a public hearing including discussion and possible action from landowner Rust and Timber, LLC to rezone approximately 10 acres in section 28, Town of Monroe. The request is relative to the rezoning of a parcel of land from the Agricultural district to the Commercial District. Rezoning is proposed by the applicant for an online implement sales business. A public hearing was held related to application 2026-323 from Rust and Timber, LLC to rezone approximately 10 acres in section 28, Town of Monroe. The request is relative to the rezoning of a parcel of land from the Agricultural district to the Commercial District. A roll call of the parties of interest was taken and present were Rust and Timber, LLC, the landowner. All other parties of interest were absent. For testimony and evidence presented at the public hearing, refer to shared/public hearings APP 2026-323. After hearing all testimony and evidence presented at the public hearing, Pennington made a motion that was seconded by Leach to approve the rezone as requested. The motion carried by unanimous vice vote. The matter is on the July 14, 2026, County Board agenda. ii. Conduct a public hearing including discussion and possible action relative to proposed ordinance amendments to Green County Zoning Ordinance Creation of Section 4-3-2-7 enacting a moratorium on Data Centers. A public hearing was held related to the proposed creation of County Code section 4-3-2-7, enacting a moratorium on data centers. For public comment, refer to Public hearings Ordinance 26-0703. After hearing all testimony and evidence presented to the public hearing, Larson made a motion that was seconded by Pennington to approve the ordnance amendment. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The matter is on the July 14, 2026, County Board agenda. iii. Conduct a public hearing including discussion and possible action relative to proposed ordinance amendments to Green County Zoning Ordinance Creation of Section 4-3-3-7 short term rentals. A public hearing was held related to the proposed creation of County Code section 4-3-3-7, short-term rentals. For public comment, refer to Public hearings Ordinance 26-0704. After hearing all testimony and evidence presented to the public hearing, Pennington made a motion that was seconded by Donovan to approve the ordnance amendment. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The matter is on the July 14, 2026, County Board agenda. 5. Public Comment (Limit 3 minutes per person) A few members of the public spoke regarding tracking large land transactions and a few follow- up comments regarding data centers. 6. Updates i. Board of Adjustment Wiegel gave the Committee an update in regard to this and last month's Board of Adjustment activity. 7. Committee raised topics – Items may only be discussed and any item requiring action must be placed on a future committee agenda 8. Set date, time, and location for next meeting 9. Adjourn Motion by Larson, second by Pennington to adjourn. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. ORDINANCE 26-0704 Creation of Section 4-3-3-7 Short-Term Rentals WHEREAS, the Green County Land Use and Zoning Committee has general supervision over administration of the County Zoning Code Regulations; and WHEREAS, after review of the Green County Code, the Green County Land Use and Zoning Committee has indicated that the Green County Code is in need of updating to address current land uses; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Green County Board of Supervisors, in legal session assembled, that Title 4 of the Green County Code be amended as is attached to this Ordinance. 4-3-1-1: RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. Use: In the Residential District no building or structure or premises shall hereafter be erected or structurally altered, unless otherwise provided in this Chapter, except for one or more of the following uses: 3. Lodging house, boarding house, or bed-and-breakfast establishments, restricted to not over three (3) boarders or lodgers not members of the resident family. If the boarded population exceeds over three (3) persons, a conditional use permit will be required. Short-term rentals. 4-3-1-2: AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT A. Use: In the Agricultural District no building or premises shall be used and no building shall hereafter be erected, moved or structurally altered, unless otherwise provided in this Chapter, except for one or more of the following uses: 14.o. Lodging house, boarding house, or bed-and-breakfast establishment, exceeding three (3) boarders or lodgers not members of the resident family, and also in which the boarders or lodgers are housed in the main residence on the premises. Short-term rentals. 4-3-2: MANUFACTURED HOME AND TRAILER NONRESIDENTIAL REGULATIONS 4-3-3-7: SHORT-TERM RENTALS A. Short-term rentals of less than 30 days require a conditional use permit. Applications for conditional use permits or revisions to existing permits for short- term rentals, shall include the following information: 1. Address and tax parcel number; 2. Name, address, telephone number and e-mail address of property owner; 3. Name, address, telephone number and e-mail address of applicant; 4. Name, address, telephone number and e-mail address of resident agent; 5. Signature of applicant and resident agent; 6. Legal description of property; 7. Floor plans and parking plans; 8. Proposed occupancy of the tourist rooming house; 9. Proof of adequate sewage disposal facilities (POWTS); 10. Proof of garbage receptacles and disposal contract; 11. Proof of licensure through the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stats. §97.605 or §97.625 or a copy of the application for said license; 12. A copy of the property rules required under subsection G. unless already on file; 13. Permit fees as set forth in the Green County Zoning & Sanitary Fee Schedule; and 14. The Zoning Administrator or their designee may require any additional information necessary to decide upon the issuance of a permit under this Title including but not limited to detailed site plans, floor plans, and parking area diagrams. B. Issuance of a conditional use permit does not exempt a property owner from obtaining a permit or license from a local municipality under a local municipal ordinance, or the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stat. §97.605 or §97.625. C. Permits issued are non-transferable except to immediate family members or a business entity reorganization, and the owner or resident agent shall notify the Department in writing of any transfer of legal control of any property covered by permit. D. The maximum occupancy of a short-term rental served by a POWTS shall be limited to the number of occupants for which the POWTS was designed, or the number of occupants authorized by the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stats. §97.605 or §97.625, whichever is less. The maximum occupancy of a short-term rental served by a public or municipal sewer system is limited to the number of occupants authorized by the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stats. §97.605 or §97.625. E. No camping units, recreational vehicles, or other temporary lodging arrangements shall be permitted onsite as a means of providing additional accommodation for paying guests or other invitees of a short-term rental. F. A resident agent is required for all short-term rentals. The owner may be the resident agent. The resident agent must be an adult person residing within Green County or within a 40 mile radius of the subject short-term rental or a corporate entity with physical offices located within Green County or within a 40 mile radius of the subject short-term rental. The resident agent must be authorized by the owner to act at the agent for the owner to grant permission for Green County or its agents to enter the property permitted under this Title for the purpose of inspection and enforcement of all Ordinances for which the Department is responsible. G. A list of property rules must be posted at the property, provided to the guests and a copy submitted with the application for a permit. The property rules must include the following: 1. Maximum occupancy of the property as permitted by this Section; 2. Contact information for the resident agent; 3. The number of vehicles allowed per County Code Section 4-3-2-5 and parking plan. 4. Non-emergency contact information for law enforcement, fire department, and EMS services. 5. Quite hours from 9 pm to 8 am. Meaning no loud music, parties, outdoor noise must be minimal. No barking dogs. 6. Fireworks and drones are prohibited. 7. Swimming pools must be fenced. 8. Property boundaries must be clearly marked. 9. Pets must be leashed if a fenced area is not provided. 10. Homeowner’s insurance. 11. Garbage receptacle requirements. H. The owner must maintain adequate records of all guests including names, addresses and dates of rentals. I. The following operations are exempt from complying with the requirements of this Section: 1. Hotels and motels as defined in Section 4-6-4 and licensed by the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stats. §97.605 or §97.625. 2. Bed and breakfast establishments as defined in 4-6-4 and licensed by the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stats. §97.605 or §97.625. 3. Campgrounds as defined in 4-6-4 and licensed by the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stats. §97.605 or §97.625. J. Short-term rentals are prohibited in mobile home and manufactured home Parks as defined in 4-3-3-5. K. Camping units located outside of a campground licensed by the State of Wisconsin or its agents under Wis. Stats. §97.605 or §97.625 are prohibited from being offered or used as short-term rentals. L. No short-term rentals may be served by a sanitary system which does not meet the requirements of Wisconsin Administrative Code SPS 383.32. 4-6-4 DEFINITIONS BED AND BREAKFAST ESTABLISHMENT: means any place of lodging that provides 8 or fewer rooms for rent to no more than a total of 20 tourists or other transients for more than 10 nights in a 12-month period, is the owner’s personal residence, is occupied by the owner at the time of rental, and in which the only meal served to guests is breakfast. HOTEL: means all places wherein sleeping accommodations are offered for pay to transients, in 5 or more rooms, and all places used within the building or structure. LODGING FACILITY OR LODGING PLACE: means a hotel, motel, tourist rooming house, or specialty lodging unit that provides sleeping accommodations offered for pay to tourists or transients. It does not include a camping cabin or yurt less than 400 square feet in area located in a campground licensed under Wisconsin Administrative Code ATCP 79 or a recreational vehicle. MOTEL: means a hotel that furnishes on premises parking for motor vehicles of guests as part of the room charge, without extra cost, and that is identified as a “motel” rather than a “hotel” at the request of the operator. RESIDENTIAL DWELLING: means any building, structure or part of a building or structure, that is used or intended to be used as a home, residence or sleeping place by one person or two or more personas maintaining a common household, to the exclusion of all others. ROOMING HOUSE: means a one- or 2-family dwelling that offers overnight sleeping accommodation to an individual that is not a tourist or transient. SHORT-TERM RENTAL: means a residential dwelling that is offered for rent for a fee and for fewer than 30 consecutive days. TOURIST ROOMING HOUSE: means any lodging place or tourist cabin or cottage where sleeping accommodations are offered for pay to tourists or transients. It does not include a hotel or motel, bed and breakfast establishment regulated under Wisconsin Administrative Code ATCP 73, or a private boarding or rooming house. SIGNED: LAND USE AND ZONING COMMITTEE: Dennis Schwartz, Chair Kathy Pennington, Vice-Chair Todd Larson Dawn Leach Steve Donovan FISCAL NOTE: No fiscal impact. ALV LEGAL NOTE: Approved as to form. BDB STATE OF WISCONSIN ) ) ss. COUNTY OF GREEN) We, Jerry Guth, Green County Board Chair and Arianna L. Voegeli, Green County Clerk in and for said County, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of Ordinance 26-0701, adopted by the Board of Supervisors on the 14th day of July, 2026. Dated at Monroe, Wisconsin, this 14th day of July, 2026. Jerry Guth Arianna L. Voegeli Green County Board Chair Green County Clerk