(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;
1. 
Does not exceed a labor and materials cost of $2,000 per project.
2. 
Does not involve a change of building use.
3. 
Does not affect structural strength, fire safety, exits, or natural lighting.
4. 
Does not involve the replacement of heating, ventilating, cooling, or other major equipment.
(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.
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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.
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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.