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Farmland Preservation Planning: Materials for Counties

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Use this map to identify general boundaries for certified farmland preservation plans, zoning districts and agricultural enterprise areas. For area specific questions, contact your local land conservation or planning and zoning office.​

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Contact

Katy Vosburg (608) 224-4621
DATCPWorkingLands@wi.gov

​In Wisconsin, Farmland Preservation Plans are nonbinding guidance documents that help local governments establish ​policies to protect farmland for the future. ​​​

​​Counties must meet requirements for plan certification which include a clear articulation of county policies related to preserving farmland and promoting agricultural development, including development of enterprises related to agriculture. 

DATCP may certify a revised plan for up to 10 years. A county must submit a completed application form, cover memo along with required text and maps in its application for certification.  

Application for Certification of a County Farmland Preservation Plan ​​
 

Under s. 91.14(4), Wis. Stats. or Admin. Rule ATCP 49.10(2), counties may request a delay of the expiration date of a county's certified farmland preservation plan for up to 2 years with a written request. Contact DATCPWorkingLands@wisconsin.gov if you wish to request an extension for your county.

 

For a complete list of planning requirements, please review Chapter 91, Wis. Stats. and Administrative Rule ATCP 49​.