In general, its a very conservative mindset (conservative relating to resistance to change as opposed to politically speaking)As far as regulations go, I'm not surprised at all that you can't FSBO more than 5 homes per year, WI has also been known for many years as a state that LOVES to regulate everything!!

You're going to find resistance on these if you don't have a personal income.

Fire has told me before if doing a pit it needs to be way out from the building or patio because of wind movement can carry a flame and attach to the fence or building.Hope it helps some.

I can't imagine meeting any resistance to rezoning, especially for the parking lot option or acquiring a few additional adjoining parcels and rezoning it for retail/restaurant space.

Malfunctioning appliances can lead to property damage... think water, electricity, natural gas, flames, run amok.

@Alex T.I like the advice from@Engelo Rumora basically Persistence overcomes Resistance!

if the house were heated with a heat pump and it gets cold , the emergency heat kicks in , its resistance heat , same as electric baseboard .

Your post has rekindled an increasingly dwindling flame within me.

They seem resistant to answer questions over email and instead want to have a sales call.

I know people resist change and don't want oversight in what they do, but I know that having a license would get fewer doors slammed in your face trying to conduct business, evidence of that is with a licensed contractor compared to storm chasers, there has been enough public education about homeowners dealing with those who hold a city license.