How the process works - Applying for an Administrative Appeal

Step 1:  Review Section 58-41 of the City of Mequon Municipal Code for detailed information including deadlines for submittal

Step 2: Applying for an Administrative Appeal

Any aggrieved person, officer, department, board or bureau of the City, affected by any decision of an administrative officer, is qualified to appeal to the Board of Appeals. An appealable decision of an administrative office can be written or verbal. The applicant has the burden of proof to demonstrate at a public hearing before the Board of Appeals.

Step 3: Prepare your application and supporting plans and materials

The application can be picked up at the City Clerk’s Office or found below.

Step 4: City staff will process your application and forward it to Board of Appeals

Once it is determined that you have submitted sufficient information to proceed to a hearing, you will be placed on the next available agenda.  The Board of Appeals meets on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm at City Hall, 11333 N. Cedarburg Road.

Step 5: A public hearing is held

At the public hearing, the Board will review submitted materials, staff reports, and any written letters or comments that the Board has received. The Board will take oral testimony from the applicant, City staff and any interested parties at the public hearing. As a general rule, all of the Board's hearings are open to the public and the public is invited to attend any session of the Board of Appeals.

Step 6: The Board will render a verbal decision and will provide a written decision

After the hearing, a copy of the written decision will be mailed to you according to City of Mequon ordinance section 58-41(g).

If your appeal is denied by the Board, you have the right to appeal to Circuit Court within 30 calendar days of the date of the written decision.

Note: If you have questions regarding whether going to the Board of Appeals is your best course of action, appeals to the Circuit Court, or the effect of a Board of Appeals decision, please contact legal professionals.