Dane County
This page provides quick access to key government affairs information for the Dane County, including comprehensive planning documents, permit information, and important contacts for residents, builders, and stakeholders.
Key Staff Contacts
Dane County Executive- Melissa Agard - (608) 266-4114 -county.executive@danecounty.gov
Planning and Development Director- Todd Violonte - (608) 266-4021- violante.todd@danecounty.gov
Planning and Development Zoning Administrator- Roger Lane- (608) 266-9078- lane.roger@danecounty.gov
Planning and Development Land Records Administrator- Dan Frick - 608-266-4252 - Frick.Daniel@danecounty.gov
Fee Study
The Madison Area Builders Association (MABA), partnered with Vierbicher, to conduct a study of development fees across sixteen Dane County municipalities to better understand the financial factors influencing housing affordability and growth. The analysis compared impact, planning, building, and engineering fees under two standardized development scenarios, allowing for close comparisons between the 16 municipalities. This effort provides builders, policymakers, and community stakeholders with transparent data on fee structures, highlighting notable cost differences across municipalities. The hope of the fee study is to establish a foundation for informed discussions on housing development and affordability in Dane County.
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Municipal Tools
This is the comprehensive plan that outlines key topics such as land use, housing, transportation, economic development, and natural resource management. It serves as a long-term guide for growth and development. Please click here to view this municipality’s comprehensive plan to learn more about its goals and priorities.
This is the collaborative framework developed to address housing affordability, availability, and equity across Dane County. It identifies regional goals, challenges, and strategies to guide housing efforts into the future. Please click here to view the Dane County Regional Housing Strategy and learn more about its vision and priorities.
Here you’ll find the staff directory contact information for key departments and personnel responsible for planning, zoning, permits, inspections, and more. Please view the staff directory to connect with the appropriate staff member.
Here you'll find a link to the permit pulling process in Dane County