These regulations are adopted under the authority granted by
§ 101.65, Wis. Stats.
The purpose of this chapter is to promote general health, safety,
and welfare.
The Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code and Wisconsin Commercial
Building Code, and all amendments thereto, are adopted and incorporated
by reference and shall apply to all building within the scope of this
chapter.
There is hereby created the position of Building Inspector,
who shall administer and enforce this chapter and shall be certified
by the Division of Safety and Buildings, as specified by § 101.66(2),
Wis. Stats., in the category of Uniform Dwelling Code construction
inspector. In addition, the Building Inspector or other assistant
inspectors shall possess the certification categories of UDC HVAC,
UDC Electrical, and UDC Plumbing. The position shall be filled by
the Town by entering into a contractual agreement with a certified
UDC inspection agency.
No person shall alter, in excess of $5,000 value and/or 50 square
feet or more, in any twelve-month period, build, or add onto any building
within the scope of this chapter without first obtaining a building
permit for such work from the Building Inspector. A building permit
will not be issued for a habitable structure until evidence is shown
that a sanitary permit has been obtained from Brown County. The preceding
restriction shall also include planned reconnections to existing sanitary
systems. Any structural changes or major changes to mechanical systems
that involve extensions shall require permits. Decks and porches shall
require a building permit regardless of size or cost. Restoration
or repair of an installation to its previous code-compliant condition
as determined by the Building Inspector is exempt from permit requirements.
Re-siding, re-roofing, finishing of interior surfaces, and installation
of cabinetry shall be exempted from permit requirements. State-registered
commercial projects shall not be permitted.
The building permit fee shall be determined by resolution.
The enforcement of this chapter and all other laws and ordinances
relating to building shall by means of the withholding of building
permits, imposition of forfeitures and injunctive action. Forfeitures
shall be not less than $75 nor more than $1,000 for each day of noncompliance.