(1)
Title. This subchapter shall be known as the "Building Code of the
Village." It may also be referred to in this section as "code".
(2)
Intent. This subchapter is adopted under the authority granted by
Wis. Stats. § 101.65. Its purpose is to:
(a)
Provide certain minimum standards, provisions, and requirements
of safe and stable design, methods of construction, and uses of materials
in buildings and structures hereafter erected, constructed, enlarged,
altered, repaired, moved, converted to other uses, or demolished,
and regulates the equipment, maintenance, use and occupancy of all
such buildings and structures.
(b)
Promote the general health, safety, and welfare of persons occupying
or using such buildings as well as the general public.
(c)
Maintain required local uniformity with the administrative and
technical requirements of the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code.
(3)
Scope and Application. The provisions of this code shall apply to
all buildings and structures in the Village and shall specifically
include; all new construction; all additions; alterations, remodeling,
repairs, maintenance, moving, change of use and demolition of existing
buildings; and all electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and heating,
ventilating and air conditioning installations (HVAC); except as specifically
exempt herein.
No work specified in this section shall be undertaken except
in full compliance with the provisions of this code and all other
applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Projects not under state jurisdiction, petitions for variance
and final appeals under Wis. Adm. Code SPS 320.19 and 20.21, respectively,
shall be decided by the Zoning Board of Appeals. The Zoning Board
of Appeals shall decide petitions for variance per Wis. Adm. Code
SPS 320.19 (Intro) so that equivalency is maintained whenever possible.
(4)
Abrogation and Greater Restrictions. This code is not intended to
repeal, abrogate, annul, impair, or interfere with any existing easements,
covenants, deed restrictions, agreements, ordinances, rules, regulations,
or permits previously adopted or issued pursuant to laws. Wherever
this code imposes greater restrictions, however, the provisions of
this code shall govern.
(5)
Relationship to Other Regulations. This code shall not affect violations
of any other ordinance, code, or regulation committed prior to the
effective date hereof, and any such violation shall be governed and
shall continue to be punishable to the full extent of the law under
the provisions of those ordinances, codes, or regulations in effect
at the time the violation was committed. The provisions of this code
shall not be construed to prevent the enforcement of other ordinances
or regulations of the Village or of the State of Wisconsin that prescribe
standards other than those provided herein. In case of conflicts among
such regulations, the most restrictive standards shall apply.
(6)
Responsibility. This code shall be binding alike upon every owner
of a building or structure and every person who is in charge of or
is responsible for or who causes the design, construction, alteration,
or repair of any building or structure or related electrical, plumbing,
heating, ventilation, or air conditioning equipment in the Village.
(7)
Workmanship. All work performed under the scope of this code involving
the fabrication, preparation and installation of materials, shall
be conducted, executed and completed in a workmanlike manner so as
to secure the results intended by the regulations prescribed herein.
(8)
Maintenance. All buildings and structures and all parts thereof shall
be maintained in a safe condition, and all devices and safeguards
that were required during the erection, alteration, addition, or repair
of any building shall be maintained in good working order. Such maintenance
requirements shall apply to all buildings now existing or hereafter
erected.
(9)
Liability for Damages. This code shall not be construed as assuming
any liability on the part of the Village for damages to anyone injured
or for any property destroyed by a defect in any building or element.
(1)
State Codes. The following State of Wisconsin codes and subsequent amendments and recodifications thereto are hereby adopted by reference and incorporated in this code as if fully set forth. Violations of the regulations hereby adopted shall be deemed a violation of this code and shall be subject to the enforcement and abatement procedures set forth in Section 16.13 of this code.
(a)
Electrical Code SPS 316, Wis. Adm. Code.
(b)
Uniform Dwelling Code, SPS 320-325, Wis. Adm. Code, excepting
there from SPS 320.05(1); 320.05(3); 320.05(4); 320.05(5).
(c)
Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations, SPS 305, Wis. Adm.
Code.
(d)
Smoke Detectors, 328, Wis. Adm. Code.
(e)
Historical Building Code, SPS 370, Wis. Adm. Code.
(f)
Plumbing Code, SPS 381-387, Wis. Adm. Code.
(g)
SPS 326, 327, 361-366 and 375-379, Wis. Adm. Code.
(h)
Barrier-free design, American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
handbook, A117.1.
(i)
Wis. Stats. Ch. 101 and 145.
(2)
Definitions. Inasmuch as they do not conflict with the provisions of this code or the state codes adopted in Section 16.02 (1), the definitions contained in Section 18.03 of the Village Zoning Ordinance are hereby adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth. In case of conflicts among such definitions, the most restrictive shall apply.
(1)
State Statute Reference. The Building Inspector shall be held to
be the same officer referred to in the Wisconsin state statutes as
"Building Inspector" and shall have the same powers and duties. The
Building Inspector shall enforce the provisions of this code and all
other applicable state laws and Village ordinances relating to the
construction, alteration, repair, removal, safety and use of buildings
and permanent building equipment; including electrical, plumbing and
HVAC installations, except as otherwise specifically provided for
in this code or by statutory requirement. The Building Inspector shall
have full power to pass upon any question arising under the provisions
of this code, subject to the conditions contained herein.
(2)
Rule Making Authority. The Building Inspector shall have the power
as necessary in the interest of public health, safety, and general
welfare; to interpret and implement the provisions of this code to
secure the intent thereof; and to designate requirements applicable
because of local climatic or other conditions, except that such rules
and regulations can not have the effect of waiving structural or fire
performance requirements specifically provided for in this code or
of accepted practice involving public safety.
(3)
Permits, Inspections, and Corrections Orders. The Building Inspector
shall be responsible for the issuance of all permits required by this
code and for the inspection of all work covered by such permits. The
Building Inspector shall issue all noncompliance notices and correction
orders necessary to ensure compliance with the provisions of this
code and the health, safety, and general welfare of the public.
(4)
Grievances and Appeals. Any person aggrieved by any order, ruling, or decision of the Building Inspector may, within 30 days thereafter, appeal such order, ruling or decision to the Suamico Zoning Board of Appeals. Administrative appeal procedures shall follow the provisions set forth in Section 18.98(3) which are hereby adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth.
(5)
Record Keeping. The Building Inspector shall keep official records
of applications received, permits, and certificates issued, fees collected,
inspections completed, and notices and orders issued. Such records
shall be retained for as long as the building or structure to which
they relate remains in existence, unless otherwise provided for by
separate regulations. At least monthly, the Building Inspector shall
submit to the Board a written report and statement of operations covering
the activities of the Building Inspection Department. Such report
shall also be made available to all other interested parties and the
general public upon request.
(1)
Required Permits. Except as provided in Section 16.04(2), no person shall excavate for, erect or construct any building or structure or add to, enlarge, move, improve, alter, extend, convert, repair, remove or demolish any building or structure or cause the same to be done or commence any electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC or other work covered by the scope of this code on any building or structure without first obtaining a permit from the Building Inspector.
(2)
Exempt Work. The following work is exempt from the permit requirements specified in Section 16.04(1). Not withstanding permit requirements, however, such work shall comply with all other applicable rules, standards and zoning regulations set forth in this code and the Village Municipal Code.
(a)
Alterations and repairs required for the maintenance and upkeep
of any building or structure which;
(b)
Residential accessory buildings and storage sheds less than
100 square feet in floor area.
(c)
Fences.
(d)
Temporary use structures as specified in 18.03 (Definitions)
of the Village Zoning Ordinances.
(e)
Buildings and structures not within the scope of this code.
(3)
Required Street Frontage. No permit shall be issued for the construction
of any building on any parcel of land which does not have the required
frontage on or which does not abut a dedicated public street.
(4)
Required Utilities and Improvements. No permit shall be issued for
the construction of any building on any parcel of land until any required
public utility services (water, sewer, electric, gas, etc.) have been
installed to the property. No permit shall be issued until the abutting
public street has been accepted by the Board as being completed for
the purposes of issuing said permits.
(5)
Required Elevations. No permit shall be issued for the construction
of any building on any parcel of land which may be adversely affected
by wetlands, navigable streams, floodplains, drainage ways, or storm
water facilities until all required elevations have been submitted,
in USGS datum, and reviewed for compliance with the following standards:
(a)
All residential dwellings and all commercial buildings shall
have the lowest dwelling opening at a minimum of two feet above any
expected high water elevation of any floodplain, wetlands, drainage
way, or storm water system.
(b)
All accessory buildings shall have the lowest opening six inches
above any expected high water elevation of any floodplain, wetlands,
drainage way, or storm water system.
(c)
The Village may require the elevations to be established and
certified by a registered land surveyor or professional engineer licensed
in the State of Wisconsin.
(d)
The permit applicant is responsible for any and all costs involved
in obtaining the necessary elevations.
(6)
Permit Applications. An application for a permit shall be submitted
by the property owner or authorized agent and shall be made in writing
upon a form furnished by the Building Inspector. All permit applications
shall contain:
(a)
The street address and parcel number of the land upon which
the work is proposed.
(b)
The name, mailing address, and phone number of the property
owner.
(c)
The name, mailing address, and phone number of the engineer,
architect, designer, contractor or owner's agent responsible
for the work.
(d)
A general description and location of the proposed work.
(e)
The proposed use and occupancy of all parts of the building
or structure.
(f)
Other information as required by law or by the Building Inspector.
(7)
Required Plans. Complete sets of building plans as required, shall
accompany every permit application, along with a site plan and specifications
when applicable. All plans submitted shall be legible, drawn to scale,
fully dimensioned and shall contain sufficient information to determine
compliance with this code and all other applicable codes and regulations.
Plans prepared in accordance with the provisions of this code, shall
bear the name of the architect, engineer, or designer who prepared
them, and shall be of sufficient clarity to accurately describe the
nature and character of all proposed work. Plans requiring review
and approval by other Village departments, boards, or commissions,
or state agencies shall be reviewed and stamped "Approved" or "Conditionally
Approved" by such departments, boards, commissions, or agencies prior
to submittal for permits.
(8)
Waiver of Plans. The Building Inspector may waive the requirement for filing of plans or portions thereof when the proposed work is minor in nature, when filing of plans would not sufficiently describe the nature and character of the project, or when the work involved is adequately described on the permit application. A detailed written description of all work proposed may also be substituted for plans required in Section 16.04(7), at the discretion of the Building Inspector.
(9)
Amendment to Plans. Subject to the limitations described in Section 16.04(10), amendments to a plan, application or other record accompanying the same shall be filed at any time before completion of the work for which the permit is sought or issued. Such amendments shall be subject to the same review and approval procedures as the original plans, shall be deemed part of the original permit application, and shall be filed therewith.
(10)
Time Limitations. A permit application for any proposed work shall
be deemed to have been abandoned six months after the date of filing,
except that the Building Inspector may grant one or more extensions
of time for an additional period not exceeding 90 days.
(11)
Plan Review and Permit Issuance. The Building Inspector shall examine
all permit applications, plans, and amendments thereto within a reasonable
period of time after receiving all necessary information. If the work
described on the application, plans and specifications substantially
conforms to the provisions of this code and all other applicable codes,
ordinances, rules, regulations, laws, and statutes of the Village
and the State of Wisconsin, the Building Inspector shall, upon receipt
of required permit fees, issue applicable permits for such work and
shall sign, date, and stamp the plans "Conditionally Approved".
One set of approved plans and specifications shall be retained
by the Building Inspector until the work authorized is completed.
One set shall be forwarded to the Village Assessor, and one set shall
be returned to the applicant who shall keep such plans and specifications
available at the job site at all times until the work authorized thereby
is completed. Such approved plans and specifications shall not be
changed, altered, or modified in any respect that would involved any
of the laws, ordinances, or administrative rules referred to in this
code, or would involve the safety of the building or its occupants,
except as specifically authorized by the Building Inspector.
(12)
Permit Posting. Except as specifically authorized by the Building Inspector, every permit issued pursuant to Section 16.04(11), shall be posted or displayed in a conspicuous location at the job site prior to commencement of construction and shall remain posted until all work authorized by such permit is completed.
(13)
Permit Expiration. Except as specifically regulated in the Uniform Dwelling Code SPS 320.09(9), a permit issued pursuant to Section 16.04(11), shall lapse and be void six months from the date of issuance if construction authorized by the permit has not commenced, and no such permit shall be valid for a period longer than 24 months from the date of issuance, except where an application to renew the permit is approved by the Building Inspector and additional permit fees are paid in accordance with Section 16.04(16) of this code.
(14)
Permit to Start Construction. The Building Inspector may issue a "Permit to Start Construction" authorizing specific work to commence prior to submittal of complete plans and specifications for a building or structure and prior to issuance of permits required by Section 16.04(1). An applicant for a "Permit to Start Construction" shall agree to proceed with site development, excavation, footing and/or foundation work only and shall not continue beyond such point until plans and specifications have been reviewed and required permits have been issued as set forth in Section 16.04(11). The applicant shall further agree to make any changes required after complete plans and specifications have been reviewed and to remove or replace any portion of the building or structure which is subsequently found to be in violation of any of the provisions of this code. The holder of a "Permit to Start Construction" shall proceed with work covered by such permit without assurance that approvals will be granted or required permits issued for the remainder of the building or structure.
(15)
Permit Authority. The approval of plans and specifications or the
issuance of a permit shall not be deemed or construed to be a permit
for or approval of any violation of any of the provisions of this
code. No permit presuming to give authority to violate or fail to
comply with this code shall be valid, except insofar as the work or
use, which such permit, authorizes is lawful. If, subsequent to the
issuance of a permit, errors are discovered in the application, plans,
specifications, or execution of work, the Building Inspector shall
require correction of such errors.
(16)
Permit Fees. The following regulations shall apply to the establishment
and collection of permit fees.
(a)
Permit Fee Schedule. The Building Inspector shall recommend
appropriate fees for all permits issued by the Building Inspection
Department and such fees shall be approved from time to time by resolution
of the Suamico Board. A complete list of all applicable permit fees
shall be kept in the Building Inspection Department and shall be referred
to as the "Permit Fee Schedule". The Permit Fee Schedule shall be
considered a supplement to this code, may be amended from time to
time, and shall be made available to the public during normal business
hours.
(b)
Payment of Permit Fees. The applicant prior to permit issuance
shall pay required permit fees. The Building Inspector shall collect
all permit fees, keep an accurate account of all fees collected, and
shall turn all such permit fees over to the Treasurer on the day the
permit is issued.
(c)
Delinquent Permit Penalty. In the event any work is commenced
or construction is started prior to approval or issuance of permits
by the Building Inspector, applicable fees may, at the discretion
of the Building Inspector, be doubled for such work.
(d)
Waiver of Permit Fees. Permit fees shall be waived for projects
involving or taking place on properties owned by the Village.
(1)
Required Inspections. Buildings shall be inspected at such times and in such a manner as may be necessary to ensure compliance with the laws, codes, ordinances, rules, and orders applicable thereto, but in no case shall any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC installation be enclosed or any structural portion of any building or structure be covered or concealed prior to completion of required inspections and approval by the Building Inspector, except as specifically provided for in Section 16.05 (2). After the Building Inspector grants approval, no portion of any work covered by the inspection or included in such approval shall be altered or changed except as specifically authorized by the Building Inspector.
(2)
Inspection Requests. The permit applicant or an authorized representative shall notify the Building Inspector after completion of each phase of construction and shall request all inspections as itemized in Section 16.05(3) either orally or in writing. The Building Inspector shall make every reasonable attempt to complete all inspections in a timely manner. Work shall not proceed until required inspections have been completed and the Building Inspector has granted approval, except that construction may proceed if an inspection has not been preformed within two business days after proper notification has been given. The Building Inspector may also allow work to proceed when specific circumstances prevent him from completing an inspection within the allotted time period.
(3)
Inspection Types. The following inspections shall be completed for
all projects whenever applicable.
(a)
Erosion Control Inspection. Erosion control measures shall be
inspected after installation and concurrently with other required
inspections throughout the construction period.
(b)
Building Sewer and Water Service Inspection. The building sewer
and water service lines shall be inspected during testing as set forth
in Comm. 82.21 of the Department of Commerce Plumbing Code, and prior
to being covered or concealed.
(c)
Drain Tile Inspection. Below-grade drain tile systems shall
be inspected after placement of tiles, washed stone, and sump pits
but prior to backfilling (exterior tiles) or placement of basement
slab floors (interior tiles).
(d)
Footing and Grade Beam Slab Inspection. Footings and grade beam
slabs shall be inspected after forms are set but prior to filling
with concrete.
(e)
Foundation Inspection. Foundations shall be inspected after
forms have been removed and required insulations and waterproofing
are in place, but prior to backfilling.
(f)
Rough Inspection. General building construction and electrical,
plumbing, and HVAC installations shall be inspected after all rough
work is finished but before such work is covered or concealed.
(g)
Insulation and Energy Inspection. Insulation and vapor barriers
shall be inspected after installation is complete but prior to being
covered or concealed.
(h)
Final Inspection. A final inspection completed after all work
included within the scope and application of this code is substantially
complete but prior to the use or occupancy of the building or structure
or portion thereof.
(4)
Notification of Inspection Results. The Building Inspector shall
inform the permit applicant and/or property owner of the results of
all inspections conducted. Notification of inspection results shall
be in the form of a written notice posted in a conspicuous place at
the job site, a written inspection report mailed or e-mailed to the
applicant and/or property owner, or verbal communication between the
Building Inspector and the applicant, property owner, an authorized
representative or agent, or other responsible party.
(5)
Right of Entry. The Building Inspector may, at all reasonable times in performance of his or her duties, enter upon any public or private premises and conduct inspections thereof to determine compliance with the provisions of this code. Any person who shall deny access to a premises by the Building Inspector or who shall interfere with the Building Inspector in the performance of his duties as specified in Section 16.03, shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this code and shall be subject to penalties and forfeitures as described in Section 16.13.
(6)
Inspection Disclaimer. Inspection findings are intended to report
conditions of noncompliance with code standards, which are readily
apparent at the time of inspection. An inspection does not involve
a detailed examination of the mechanical systems or the closed structure
or nonstructural elements of the building or premises. No guarantee
or warranty of the premises, operation, use, or the durability of
the equipment or materials not specifically cited herein is expressed
or implied.
(1)
When Required. Except as specifically authorized by the Building
Inspector, a Certificate of Occupancy is required prior to the occupancy
or use of any building or structure or portion thereof hereafter erected,
constructed, altered, enlarge, moved or converted from one use to
another.
(2)
Notification. Upon project completion, the property owner or authorized
agent shall contact the Building Inspector to request a final inspection
and Certificate of Occupancy. Within five days of the request, the
Building Inspector shall issue a Certificate of Occupancy or notify
the applicant in writing of the reasons why such a certificate cannot
be issued.
(3)
Issuance. No Certificate of Occupancy shall be issued until construction
is complete and the Building Inspector conducts a final inspection
and verifies that the building or structure complies with provisions
of this code and is in conformity with the plans and specifications
upon which approvals were granted and permits were issued. Any Certificate
of Occupancy issued in conflict with this section or any provision
of this code shall be null and void.
(4)
Temporary Occupancy. Prior to completion of a construction project
and pending the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Building
Inspector may grant approval for a temporary or partial use or occupancy
of a building or premises for a period not to exceed six months. Temporary
or partial occupancy approval may only be granted if the building
or structure is in substantial compliance with the provisions of this
code and no reasonable threats to the health, safety, or welfare of
the public exist. All construction shall be completed, required inspections
conducted, and a Certificate of Occupancy issued in accordance with
the above regulations prior to expiration of the temporary occupancy
approval.
(1)
Correction Orders. Whenever the Building Inspector finds any building
or structure or any portion thereof within the Village to be in his
judgement so old, dilapidated, poorly constructed, inadequately maintained,
or so out of repair as to be dangerous, unsafe, unsanitary or otherwise
unfit for human habitation, occupancy or use, he or she shall order
the owner of the property to raze and remove the building or structure
or portion thereof, or effect such repairs as are necessary to make
it safe and sanitary in accordance with the regulations and procedures
prescribed in Wis. Stats. § 66.0413 (Razing of Buildings).
(2)
Emergency Measures. Where the public safety requires immediate action,
the Building Inspector shall enter upon the premises with such assistance
as may be necessary and cause the building or structure to be made
safe or to be removed. The expenses of such work may be recovered
by the Village in an action against the property owner.
(1)
Required Permits. A permit shall be obtained from the Building Inspector in accordance with the regulations set forth in Section 16.04 of this code prior to the razing or demolition of any building or structure in the Village.
(2)
Site Protection. A fence or other approved barricade shall be provided
as a means of protection around the site prior to demolition and shall
remain in place during razing operations.
(3)
Service Connections. Before a building or structure is demolished
or removed, the property owner or agent shall notify all utility companies
having service connections (water, sewer, gas, etc.) within the building
or structure and all such connections and appurtenant equipment shall
be removed, disconnected and/or sealed and plugged in a safe and approved
manner.
(4)
Site Restoration. Whenever a building or structure is razed or demolished
hereunder; all trash, debris, and materials resulting from such demolition
shall be removed from the property and properly disposed of; all basements
and other excavations and depressions revealed by such demolition
shall be filled to the general grade of the surrounding premises;
and all remaining accessory buildings and concrete or asphalt surfacing
shall be demolished and/or removed, unless intended to be used in
connection with the proposed future use of the property. All resulting
vacant areas shall be properly graded and seeded or planted as required
by the Building Inspector.
(1)
Scope and Application. No person shall construct, install, enlarge,
or alter any private swimming pool in the Village except in accordance
with the regulations set forth in this section.
(2)
Definition. The term "Swimming Pool," when used in this code, shall
mean any depression in the ground, either temporary or permanent,
or a container of water, either temporary or permanent and either
above or below ground, in which water more than 18 inches deep is
contained, which is used primarily for the purpose of bathing or swimming
and which is designed to be or will be left in place during seasons
of non-use.
(3)
Permits. Required permits shall be obtained from the Building Inspector in accordance with the regulations set forth in Section 16.04 of this code prior to the construction, installation, enlargement, or alteration of any private swimming pool in the Village.
(4)
Required Plans. Each permit application shall be accompanied by plans
showing; the proposed location of the swimming pool on the lot or
parcel, including the distance to lot lines and existing buildings
and structures; the location of any septic tank, drain field, sewer
lines or water lines; pool dimensions and proposed water depth; type,
height and location of proposed fences; and location of overhead and/or
underground wiring and power lines relative to the proposed swimming
pool.
(5)
Permit Fees. Permit fees for private swimming pools shall be as set forth in Section 16.04(16) of this code.
(6)
Setback Regulations. All private swimming pools shall comply with the setback regulations set forth in Section 18.08 and Section 18.09 of the Suamico Zoning Ordinance and the water line of all private swimming pools shall be located at least 10 feet from any building or structure. No private swimming pool shall be located closer than 15 feet from any septic system. The minimum setback regulations set forth in this section shall not apply to hot tubs, spas, whirlpools, children's portable wading pools, and similar recreational equipment.
(7)
Fencing Regulations. Fencing complying with the following regulations
shall protect private swimming pools:
(a)
Fence Design. All private swimming pools not enclosed within
a permanent building shall be completely enclosed by a fence, which
is of sufficient strength to prevent access to the pool. Such fence
shall not be less than four feet in height, shall be located no closer
than three feet to the pool, and shall be so constructed as not to
have voids, holes, or openings larger than four inches in one dimension.
Gates or doors in fences shall be so constructed as to be capable
of being locked, and shall be closed and locked so as to prevent unlatching
by persons outside the pool area at all times when the pool is not
in actual use. The wall of a house or building facing a swimming pool
may be incorporated as a portion of a required fence. A deck may be
incorporated as a portion of a required fence provided the requirements
of (a) above are incorporated into the design including any steps
provided.
(b)
Exceptions.
1.
Fencing shall not be required if a structural cover, meeting
the ASTM F1346-91 Safety Standard, is installed. Such covers shall
be in place whenever the pool is not in use and/or unsupervised by
an adult.
2.
An above ground pool with an above grade side wall height meeting
the fencing requirements is considered complying if all ladders are
removed or locked to prevent access.
(8)
Lighting Regulations. If overhead flood or other artificial lighting
is provided to illuminate a private swimming pool at night, such lighting
shall be shielded to direct all such illumination on the immediate
pool area only.
(1)
Electrical Work. For the purpose of this section the term "Electrical
Work" shall mean any act associated with the installation, alteration,
or maintenance of electrical wiring, equipment or devices, which ordinarily
requires the use of tools.
(2)
Contractor Qualifications. Only the following persons shall be permitted
to engage in electrical work in the Village.
(a)
Master Electricians. Any person holding a valid State of Wisconsin
or City of Green Bay Master Electrician certification.
(b)
Electrical Contractors. Any electrical contracting firm, at
least one full-time employee of which holds a valid State of Wisconsin
Master Electrician certification.
(c)
Homeowners. Any homeowner may personally perform electrical
work in an owner-occupied single-family dwelling or accessory buildings,
beyond the main building disconnect, upon proving his or her competency
to comply with all rules and regulations as set forth in this code.
(3)
Certificate of Compliance. No electrical service or installation
shall be connected or energized by a power company until such service
or installation is inspected for compliance with the provisions of
this code and approved by the Building Inspector. Proof of compliance
shall consist of a certificate, signed by the Building Inspector,
and forwarded to the company supplying the electric power.
(4)
Authority to Disconnect Service. The Building Inspector may cause the immediate disconnection of electrical power or service to any defective equipment or system where he or she finds, in the exercise of his or her sound judgement, that the installation creates imminent danger to persons or property or where he finds that such electrical power may interfere with the work of the Fire Department in emergency situations. No person shall reconnect any electrical equipment or service so disconnected until necessary repairs or alterations are completed and the Building Inspector grants approval. The Building Inspector may also cause the discontinuance of electrical service to any premises to which he or she is denied access or entry as set forth in Section 16.05 (5) of this code.
(1)
Licensing. No person shall engage in any plumbing work in the Village
unless licensed to do so in accordance with Wis. Stats. § 145.06.
(2)
Ground, Storm, and Clear Water. The following regulations shall apply
to the collection, conveyance, and discharge of ground, storm, and
clear water in the Village.
(a)
Discharge. No person shall cause, allow, or permit any roof drain, surface drain, sub-soil drain, or drain from any mechanical device, gutter, ditch, pipe, conduit, sump pump, or any other object or thing used for the purposes of collection, conducting, transporting, diverting, draining, or discharging ground, storm, or clear water from any part of any premises, to discharge into a sanitary sewer. All such ground, storm, and clear water drains shall discharge into a storm sewer, a dry well, an underground conduit leading to drainage ditch, or onto the ground surface in such a manner as will not constitute a public nuisance as defined in Chapter 11. No ground, storm, or clear water discharged in accordance with this section shall be allowed or permitted to flow on or across any public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way between November 1 and April 15 of each year.
(b)
Building Drain Tiles. Drain tiles or sub-soil drain piping shall be installed on each side of building foundation walls at the footing level to collect and convey ground water. All drain tiles and sub-soil drain piping shall be connected to a sump pit which shall discharge the ground water by sump pump or gravity means to the municipal storm sewer where such sewer is available in a street or public right-of-way adjacent to or abutting the lot or parcel of land. Where the property is not serviced by a municipal storm sewer system or where otherwise specifically approved by the Board, the sump pit shall be discharged in accordance with Section 16.11(2)(a).
See Chapter 10, Stormwater Ordinance.
(1)
Unlawful Act. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation
to erect or construct any building or structure whatever or add to,
enlarge, move, improve, alter, extend, convert, repair, remove, demolish,
use, or occupy any building, structure, or equipment covered by the
scope of this code, or participate in any electrical, plumbing, mechanical,
HVAC or other work, or cause, permit, or suffer the same to be done,
in conflict with or in violation of the provisions of this code.
(2)
Noncompliance Notice. The Building Inspector shall serve a notice
of noncompliance on any person responsible for violating provisions
of this code. Such notice shall direct the discontinuance of the illegal
action or condition and shall require the abatement of the violation.
Any person who shall fail or neglect to comply with a lawful order
of the Building Inspector shall be deemed guilty of a violation of
this code.
(3)
Stop Work Orders. If the Building Inspector finds at any time that
work on any building or structure is being prosecuted contrary to
the provisions of this code or in an unsafe or dangerous manner, he
or she may order such work immediately stopped by issuing a written
"Stop Work Order". Such order shall be posted in a conspicuous location
at the job site or shall be served upon the property owner, the owner's
agent, or the person responsible for the work. A Stop Work Order shall
specify the nature of the violation and shall state the conditions
under which work will be permitted to resume. Any person who shall
continue to work in or about a building or structure after a Stop
Work Order has been issued, except to complete such work as he or
she is directed to perform to correct the violation or unsafe condition,
shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this code and shall be subject
to penalties and forfeitures as described herein.
(4)
Permit Suspension or Revocation. The Building Inspector may suspend
or revoke any approval or permit granted or issued under the authority
of this code where he or she finds at any time that construction or
development is not in compliance with the provisions of this code
or applicable laws, orders, administrative rules, plans or specifications,
and that the holder of the permit has refused to comply with such
provisions after written correction orders have been issued to him
or her. The Building Inspector may also suspend or revoke any approval
or permit where he or she is denied access to a premises or where
such permit is obtained through false statements or misrepresentation
of facts in the application or plans upon which the approval or permit
is based. No construction activity shall take place on the job site
after suspension or revocation of a permit, excepting such work as
the Building Inspector shall order be completed as a condition precedent
to the re-issuance of the permit or such work as the Building Inspector
may authorize as reasonably necessary to protect the safety and health
of the public and work already completed.
(5)
Municipal Citations and Prosecution. In the event any person, firm, or corporation shall violate any provision of this code or fail to comply with a lawful order of the Building Inspector, the Village may issue a Municipal Court citation as set forth in Chapter 2, Chapter 25 and Section 18.99, and furthermore may request that the Village Attorney initiate appropriate proceedings at law or in equity to correct or abate such violation or require the termination or removal of the unlawful use of such building or structure in violation of the provisions of this code or in violation of the order issued pursuant thereto. In any court action or legal proceeding, the fact that a permit was issued shall not constitute a defense, nor shall any error, oversight or dereliction of duty on the part of the Building Inspector constitute a defense.
(6)
Injunctions and Restraining Orders. In addition to other enforcement
actions authorized herein, the Village Attorney may, on behalf of
the Village, pursue enforcement of any or all parts of this code by
court action seeking an injunction or restraining order against the
person responsible for the violation for the purpose of ordering that
person to; restrain, correct, or remove the violation or refrain from
any further execution of work; restrain or correct the erection, installation,
or alteration of such building or structure; remove work in violation
of the provisions of this code; and/or cease all occupation or use
of the building or structure or part thereof in violation of this
code or in violation of the plans or specifications upon which an
approval, permit, or certificate was issued.
