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Marathon County, Wisconsin Property Laws

Building setbacks, fence regulations, and zoning requirements for Marathon County.

Building Setbacks in Marathon County

Setback requirements determine how far structures must be from property lines. These minimums apply to most residential construction in unincorporated Marathon County.

Front Yard
30 ft
Side Yard
7 ft
Rear Yard
7 ft
Accessory Structures
15 ft

Setbacks vary by district and development type. Conservation developments: R-R district requires 75 ft front/60 ft rear; L-D-R district requires 40 ft front/40 ft rear; U-R district requires 30 ft front/40 ft rear. Accessory structures (per Table 6): 7 ft from side/rear property lines, 15 ft from principal structure in all residential districts. Values shown represent U-R district minimums.

Source: Chapter 17 - ZONING, Section 17.19, Table 6

Fence Regulations in Marathon County

Fence height limits and placement rules for Marathon County, Wisconsin.

Front Yard Max
Contact county
Rear Yard Max
Contact county
Side Yard Max
Contact county
Permit Required
Contact county

On property line: Contact county

Source: Chapter 17 - ZONING

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Disclaimer: This information is extracted from Marathon County ordinances for reference only. Regulations vary by zoning district and may have changed. Contact the Marathon County Planning Department for official guidance before building.

Last updated: May 2026