Purpose of the Bayfield County Board of Adjustments

Board of Adjustments Information

This Board is a quasi-judicial body that hears and decides appeals (Title 13, Chapter 1, Article F, Section 13-1-102) of determinations by the Bayfield County Planning and Zoning Department for county ordinance(s) Title 13-16. This board also hears and decides:

  • Variances
    • (Title 13, Chapter 1, Article F, Section 13-1-102(e))
  • Special Exceptions
    • o (Title 13, Chapter 1, Article B, Section 13-1-22(j))

Meeting Dates and Times

  • Last Thursday of the Every Month (January-October) at 9 a.m.
  • First Thursday of December (for the months of November and December) at 9 a.m.

Note: Deadline to be heard by Board is 4 weeks prior to the meeting date-except Nov. & Dec.

Appeal Process

  • Appeals from decisions of the Board of Adjustment may be made only to Superior Court (Writ of Certiorari) (Chapter 59.694) WI Statutes