Wisconsin Housing Conflicts: Zoning, Planning, and Annexation

The episode examines housing development challenges in Wisconsin, focusing on how planning, zoning, and annexation contribute to these issues. It highlights the need for more housing units across the state and the obstacles developers face, such as rising costs and local resistance to higher-density projects. The article uses the Whitetail Woods development in Altoona as a case study to illustrate the conflicts that arise when cities expand into unincorporated areas, particularly concerning changing zoning regulations and neighborhood opposition. The piece also discusses the role of comprehensive plans and zoning codes, noting that their lack of alignment and enforcement can hinder development, and mentions the push for legislative reform ...