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Madison Retail & Signage Ordinance Tracker

Retail & signage: sign ordinances, storefront rules, business licensing, sales-tax measures, parking requirements — tracked continuously in Madison, WI. CouncilRadar reads every published agenda so you hear about proposals before the council votes.

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URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION · Nov 4, 2026
The design review will affect the business at 791-797 Braxton Place by requiring approval of its signage under existing sign ordinances.
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URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION · Nov 4, 2026
The design review will decide whether the proposed signage at 8421 Mansion Hill Avenue meets local signage rules, affecting the business at that address.
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC RESOURCES COMMITTEE · Oct 21, 2026
Street vendors could face new permits, fees, or location rules under a city-wide vending ordinance.
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LANDMARKS COMMISSION · Sep 16, 2026
The approval of a signage request for 1222 Williamson Street would let the property owner install new signage, affecting that specific business.
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COMMON COUNCIL · Sep 8, 2026
The council will approve additional special vending permits for events, allowing small retail vendors to sell goods at those gatherings.
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COMMON COUNCIL · Sep 8, 2026
The rezoning of 8302 McDowell Drive from agricultural to residential and commercial‑corridor districts permits retail and other commercial businesses to locate and operate on the site.
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URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION · Jul 29, 2026
The comprehensive design review will set signage requirements for the property at 16 N Carroll Street, affecting its compliance with retail signage regulations.
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COMMON COUNCIL · Jul 21, 2026
Vendors at the Orton Park Festival must obtain a temporary Class B retailer license and street use permit to sell goods during the event.
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URBAN DESIGN COMMISSION · Jul 15, 2026
The comprehensive design review for signage at 117 S Hamilton Street will affect the property’s retail signage, requiring it to meet existing sign ordinance requirements.
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