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Municipal code and ordinances

Search the Janesville municipal code through the Municode ordinance library. Find local laws, zoning regulations, and adopted ordinances.

Overview

The complete Janesville Municipal Code is available online through Municode. The code includes all adopted ordinances, zoning regulations, building codes, licensing requirements, and local laws. The online version is searchable by keyword, chapter, and section, and is updated as the City Council adopts new ordinances.

Before you begin

  1. 1

    Visit the Municode library at library.municode.com/wi/janesville.

  2. 2

    Browse by chapter or use the search bar to find specific topics.

  3. 3

    View the most recently adopted ordinances in the supplement history.

  4. 4

    For questions about the code, contact the Clerk-Treasurer at (608) 755-3080.

Frequently asked questions

How current is the online code?

The online code is updated after each City Council adoption cycle. Check the supplement date on Municode for the most recent update.

Can I get a printed copy of the code?

The online version is the official reference. Printed copies of specific sections can be requested from the Clerk-Treasurer's office.

Last reviewed: March 2026

Service information

Who this helps
Residents, attorneys, businesses, developers
Contact and hours
Online code available 24/7; updated as ordinances are adopted
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