Act Seeks to Improve Regulatory Environment for Real Estate Industry

Is a Wisconsin Economy Stimulant on the Horizon?
MADISON, WI – To help stimulate Wisconsin's economy and improve the regulatory environment for businesses, Governor Jim Doyle and the Wisconsin Legislature have been actively negotiating a comprehensive package of regulatory reform initiatives that seek to promote economic development, housing opportunities, and job creation in Wisconsin without lowering environmental standards. (01/12/2004) [Full Story]

WRA Launches Comprehensive Ad Campaign On Shoreland Zoning Changes

In an effort to solicit public input on the proposed changes to the state's shoreland zoning regulations, the WRA and the Wisconsin Builders Association have engaged in an extensive statewide, newspaper-ad campaign. The ads have been targeted in the areas surrounding the 8 communities where the public listening sessions are to be held (Spooner, Lake Tomahawk, Eau Claire, Onalaska, Grand Chute, Crivitz, Madison, and Waukesha). The ads are intended to inform people that the hearings are taking place, give some examples of some of the options being proposed, and encourage people to attend. Because public listening sessions are one of the first steps in the rulemaking process and no formal draft of the rule has been prepared, public input at this point is extremely important. (11/26/2003) [Full Story]