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Comprehensive planning resources

Statutes

Wisconsin Comprehensive Planning Legislation: Statutes and Introductions (Updated for 2006 legislative changes)  

Element Guidebooks

Housing Wisconsin: A Guide to Preparing the Housing Element of a Local Comprehensive Plan

Planning for Agriculture in Wisconsin: A Guide for Communities 

Planning for Natural Resources: A Guide to Including Natural Resources in Local Comprehensive Planning

A Guide to Smart Growth and Cultural Resource Planning

Intergovernmental Cooperation: A Guide to Preparing the Intergovernmental Cooperation Element of a Local Comprehensive Plan

A Guide to Preparing the Economic Development Element

Land Use Element Resource Guide

Implementation Element Guide

Other Resources

Comprehensive Plan Adoption Guidelines

Crafting an Effective Plan for Public Participation

A Guide to Multi-jurisdictional Planning In Wisconsin

A Model Ordinance for a Traditional Neighborhood Development

A Model Ordinance for a Conservation Subdivision

How to Hire a Planning Consultant: A Guide to Preparing a Request for Proposals (264 KB)

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