Newly enacted Wisconsin law could speed up housing construction

MADISON, Wis. — A newly enacted Wisconsin law designed to streamline some housing development has taken effect and it could save time and money.

The legislation, 2025 Wisconsin Act 68, changes the process for approving subdivision plats.

The law comes as Madison continues to grapple with housing. A city report released earlier this year found that while developing new housing has improved, demand for it continues to outpace supply. This while homeownership costs are rising faster than incomes, making it increasingly difficult for first-time buyers to enter the market.

"We need houses built sooner rather than later," said Jerry Deschane, executive director of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities. "We're in a housing crisis. We need houses."...

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Ken Notes: Each city and village need to address these issues, State law may initiate change but real change need to come from the communities.