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Where is my property line? Where can I find my property line? Does the Village keep record of where my property line is? What happens if my property line is not in my property file?

The property line is the line that separates you from your neighbors’ properties. This line can be found by looking for metal stakes in the yard. You can find your property line by getting a survey of your property. The Village of Bayside might have your property survey in your property file which you can...

Who do I contact about a dead animal in the road that needs to be removed?

Please contact Village Hall and they will notify the Department of Public Works.

My neighbor’s grass hasn’t been cut in a long time, who do I contact?

Village code states that grass cannot be longer than 5 inches. The Village encourages neighbors to communicate in order to prevent possible disagreements. You may contact the Police Department at 414-206-3916 if issues remain unresolved.

Are there two different types of mulch because there are two different colors?

No, there is only one. Differences in color can be a result of whether the mulch is wet or dry.

When will the mulch be restocked? How often?

Mulch will be restocked weekly. To access the mulch, turn onto the Village’s property from Fairy Chasm Road across from Broadmoor Road. The mulch is behind the sledding hill.

Can I come into the DPW yard to get mulch?

No, but we do have a pile available on the sled hill parking lot that is free for the taking.

Why are you littering the roads with toilet paper?

It is not littering, the toilet paper acts as a sealant to hold the tar in place after the crew has performed road crack filling, allows for traffic to drive on it immediately, and prevents it from sticking to car tires which will pull the tar out of the roadway.

Why isn’t my grass growing?

The grass seed that the Village uses takes anywhere from 10-21 days to show signs of growth. There are so many variables that play into this such as the time of year, temperature, and moisture being the main factors. If restoration has happened in your yard, please help the Village out and give it some...

Can I bury my downspout and sump pump discharge?

Yes, as long as the property's stormwater does not negatively impact another property including the right-of-way.

My address is ___________. Will the culvert project eventually be on my street or home?

Eventually, yes. The Village maintains a program by the State of Wisconsin called the Pacer Program. This program rates every road in the Village of Bayside. During the culvert project, residents have the option to find a private contractor to perform the work or use the Village’s out of network program. The out of network...

Why isn’t my grass growing from restoration work?

New grass needs to be watered daily to grow; most failed restorations are from not watering new grass. Normal germination or sight of grass growth is between 10-21 days.

My neighbor’s downspout drains directly into my yard, is this legal?

No, Village code states that no sump pump, downspout, catch basin, drain tile, swimming pool, hot tub, or spa drain outfall, including temporary extensions added thereto, may direct water within ten feet of adjoining properties or otherwise affect drainage on adjoining properties, including, but not limited to, federal, state, county and village owned properties, thoroughfares...

My driveway culvert is damaged/heaved, what should I do?

Driveways, and the subsequent culvert, repairs are the responsibility of the homeowner. If you’re planning to have your culvert replaced, you must apply for an impervious surface/culvert permit.

How can I avoid basement backups during a heavy rain event?

While there are no guaranteed ways to prevent backups, there are a few things you can do to prevent the likelihood of one occurring in your home. During heavy rains, do not run the washer or dishwasher if you don’t have to. Also, limit the amount of time in the shower. Inspect your lateral and...

Why do I smell sewer gas coming from my floor drain?

This is most often caused by regular drying of the drain trap. Simply pour a bucket of water down the drain to see if this alleviates the problem. If your problem persists, contact a private plumber.

I have water coming through my floor drain in the basement, what should I do?

If a plumber deems it not a private property issue, please contact Dispatch at (414) 351-9900 and they will contact DPW. If the incident occurs during non-office hours, owners are encouraged to contact a private plumber and inform DPW at their earliest convenience.

What is a private lateral?

A private sanitary lateral is the pipe that connects your home (sinks, showers, toilets) to the Village’s sanitary sewer system. The private lateral ownership and maintenance responsibility is that of the property owner.

What is a bio retention system?

It is an underground stormwater management tool that is used to collect water under the surface and allow it to slowly disperse into the ground. It is constructed of stone, pea gravel, sand and finally dirt which will be replanted with grass.

What can I do to improve stormwater on my property?

The best way to improve stormwater is to allow for additional infiltration of water on your lawn (rain gardens). Also, rain barrels are useful ways to help recycle rainwater to use during drier times.

How do you know the tree that you are marking for removal is dead and need to be removed?

The Village contracted with a certified arborist who completed a Village tree right-of-way inspection which yields a condition report on every Village-owned tree. The trees being marked for removal have been declared dead or dying and too far gone by the certified arborist.

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