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Zoo Wins Legal Battle Over Farming Zoning | Milwaukee News
A Washington County judge just dismissed a lawsuit from neighbors trying to shut down Shalom Wildlife Zoo, ruling that the town’s new zoning law—passed in December—now legally permits the zoo’s operations and expansion on its 100+ acre farm. The plaintiffs, calling themselves “We Love Farmington,” had argued against exotic animals on farmland and claimed the zoning change was unfair “spot zoning,” but the judge rejected both claims, calling their arguments too vague or brought too late. While animal welfare advocates question Shalom’s breeding practices—especially with white tigers—the zoo…
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