Private nuisances

Wis. Stat. § 844.10
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Any fence, hedge or other structure in the nature of a fence unnecessarily exceeding 6 feet in height, maliciously erected or maintained for the purpose of annoying the owners or occupants of adjoining property, shall be deemed a private nuisance. However, nothing herein contained shall limit the right of a municipality to forbid the erection of a fence less than 6 feet in height.
Source: WI Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/844.10Fetched: 10/7/2026