ADUs are allowed in Unincorporated WalworthTypes:Internal
Types:Internal
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Unincorporated Walworth, WI
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# of Parcels
1
Zoning districts
18
Zoning Districts:
127 parcels · 18 districts
A-1
43%(54)
MR-8
18%(23)
SR-2
10%(13)
SR-5
8%(10)
Other
21%(27)
ADU Rules
What can you build in Unincorporated Walworth, WI?
Unincorporated Walworth, WI follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.
Eligibility
- –Internal / Attached ADU: Conditional Use Permit
- –Detached ADU: Not addressed in the local bylaw
Owner Occupancy
- –ADUs not permitted; no occupancy requirement.
Parking
- –No ADU-specific parking requirement; ADUs in detached accessory buildings are not permitted.
Rental Restrictions
- –Detached ADU not permitted; no rental of a detached ADU can occur
What's allowed on your lot?
These are the municipality-wide rules. What's allowed on a specific property also depends on state laws, setbacks, floor area ratio, lot coverage, environmental constraints, topography, and other property-specific factors. Search your address on FutureLot to see what's allowed on your property.
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