Wisconsin § 86.05 - Entrances to highways restored.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 86.05 — Entrances to highways restored., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 86.05. Entrances to highways restored.
Whenever it is necessary, in making any highway improvement to cut or fill or otherwise grade the highway in front of any entrance to abutting premises, a suitable entrance to the premises shall be constructed as a part of the improvements; and if the premises are divided by the highway, then one such entrance shall be constructed on each side of the highway. Thereafter each entrance shall be maintained by the owner of the premises. During the time the highway is under construction, the state, county, city, village or town shall not be responsible for any damage that may be sustained through the absence of an entrance to any such premises.
Source: official Wisconsin text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 86.05
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 86.05 cover?
Section 86.05 ("Entrances to highways restored.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Wisconsin § 86.05?
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Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?
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