Washington County Water Education Workshop: Creating Shoreline Habitat   Date And Time August 05, 2025 10:00AM – 11:00AM   Location West Bend Town Hall6355 County Road ZWest Bend, WI 53095   Description How do you create the best habitat on your shoreline? In this workshop, we discuss plant species choices, types of aquatic habitats, and the wildlife you can expect to attract. We also show how native plants help protect your shoreline from erosion and improve their overall health.   Click on the following link for additional workshops: https://www.washcowisco.gov/departments/natural_resources/water  

Commercial Use оf Residential Parcels/Structures

The Town of West Bend has received numerous complaints pertaining to residential zoned properties that possibly could be in zoning violation. 

As a reminder and notice to residents, the commercial use of residential properties and structures is prohibited in the Town of West Bend.  Examples of violations include running a business out of a home or garage, making property available as a wedding or reception site, and offering space on a dock or pier for rent or lease. If you have any questions regarding your parcel zoning or whether a given use is permissible on your property, please contact Town Clerk / Zoning Secretary Julie Ihlenfeld at the town hall 262-338-3417.