(a) Adoption of Codes.
(1) Wisconsin Administrative Codes Adopted.
The following Wisconsin Administrative Codes and subsequent revisions pertaining to construction activity are adopted by reference for municipal enforcement and incorporated herein:
SPS 316 Electrical Code
SPS 320-325 Uniform Dwelling Code
SPS 326 Manufactured Home Communities
SPS 360-366 Commercial Building, Energy Conservation, and Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Code
SPS 367 Rental Unit Energy Efficiency
SPS 375-379 Buildings Constructed Prior to 1914
SPS 381-387 Uniform Plumbing Code
(2) Commercial and Pre-1914 Buildings Codes.
Chapters SPS 360 through SPS 366, Wis. Adm. Code (Wisconsin State Commercial Building Code), and SPS 375-379; Wis. Adm. Code (Existing Pre-1914 Buildings Code) are hereby adopted and made a part of this Chapter with respect to those classes of buildings to which this Building Code specifically applies. Any future amendments, revisions and modifications of said Wisconsin Administrative Code provisions incorporated herein are intended to be made a part. of this Code. A copy of said Wisconsin Administrative Code provisions and amendments thereto shall be kept with the UDC Certified Building Inspector.
(3) Adoption of Additional Codes.
By virtue of adopting SPS 361.05, Wis. Adm. Code, the following codes are also adopted and incorporated by reference:
a. IBC. The International Building Code®, subject to the modifications specified in SPS 361-362, Wis. Adm. Code.
b. IECC. The International Energy Conservation Code®, subject to the modifications specified in SPS 363, Wis. Adm. Code.
c. IMC. The International Mechanical Code®, subject to the modifications specified in SPS 364, Wis. Adm. Code.
d. IFGC. The International Fuel Gas Code®, subject to the modifications specified in SPS 365, Wis. Adm. Code.
(4) Violations; Amendments.
Any act required to be performed or prohibited by a Wisconsin Administrative Code provision incorporated herein by reference is required or prohibited by this Chapter. Any future amendments, revisions or modifications of the Wisconsin Administrative Code provisions incorporated herein are intended to be made part of this Chapter to secure uniform statewide regulation of one (1) and two (2) family dwellings in the Village of Edgar. A copy of these administrative code provisions and any future amendments shall be kept on file in the UDC Certified Building Inspector's Office.
(b) Scope of Uniform Dwelling Code Expanded. For the purposes of this Chapter, the provisions of the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code are the standards for construction of additions, alterations and major equipment replacements for one and two family dwellings built prior to June I, 1980.
(c) Existing Buildings. The "Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code" shall also apply to existing buildings and structural alterations where:
(1) An existing building to be occupied as a one (1) or two (2) family dwelling, which building was not previously so occupied.
(2) An existing structure that is altered or repaired, when the cost of such alteration or repair during the life of the structure exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the equalized value of the structure, said value to be determined by the Village Assessor.
(3) Additions and alterations, regardless of cost, made to an existing building when deemed necessary in the opinion of the UDC Building Inspector shall comply with the requirements of this Chapter for new buildings. The provisions of Section 15-1-2 shall also apply.
(4) Roof Coverings - Whenever more than thirty-five percent (35%) of the roof covering of a building is replaced in any twelve (12) month period with structural work, all roof covering shall be in conformity with applicable Sections of this Chapter.
(5) Additions and alterations - Any addition or alteration, regardless of cost, made to a building shall be made in conformity with applicable Sections of this Chapter.
(d) Definitions. The following definitions shall be applicable in this Chapter:
(1) Addition.
New construction performed on a dwelling which increases the outside dimensions of the dwelling.
(2) Alteration.
A substantial change or modification other than an addition or minor repair to a dwelling or to systems involved within a dwelling.
(3) UDC Certified Building Inspector.
The State-certified inspector who performs UDC inspections in the Village of Edgar. For purposes of this Chapter, the title shall also include the official performing plumbing, electrical and HVAC plan reviews and inspections.
(4) Department.
The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (SPS).
(5) Dwelling.
a. Any building, the initial construction of which is commenced on or after the effective date of this Chapter which contains one (1) or two (2) dwelling units; or
b. An existing structure, or that part of an existing structure, which is used or intended to be used as a one (1) or two (2) family dwelling.
(6) Minor Repair.
A repair performed for maintenance or replacement purposes on any existing one (1) or two (2) family dwelling which does not affect room arrangement, light and ventilation, access to or efficiency of any exit stairways or exits, fire protection or exterior aesthetic appearance and which does not increase a given occupancy and use. No building permit is required for work to be performed which is deemed minor repair.
(7) One (1) or Two (2) Family Dwelling.
A building structure which contains one (1) or separate households intended to be used as a home, residence or sleeping place by an individual or by two (2) or more individuals maintaining a common household to the exclusion of all others.
(8) Person.
An individual, partnership, firm or corporation.
(9) Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC).
Those Administrative Code provisions and any future amendments, revisions or modifications thereto, contained in the following chapters of the Wisconsin Administrative Code:
SPS 320 Administration and Enforcement
SPS 321 Construction Standards
SPS 322 Energy Conservation
SPS 323 Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning
SPS 324 Electrical Standards
SPS 325 Plumbing
(e) Method of Enforcement.
(1) UDC Certified Inspector to Enforce.
The UDC Certified Building Inspector and his/her delegated representatives are hereby authorized and directed to administer and enforce all of the provisions of the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code. The UDC Certified Building Inspector shall be certified for inspection purposes by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services in each of the categories specified under SPS 326.10, Wis. Adm. Code.
(2) Subordinates.
The UDC Certified Building Inspector may appoint, as necessary, subordinates.
(3) Duties.
The UDC Certified Building Inspector shall administer and enforce all applicable provisions of this Chapter and the Uniform Dwelling Code.
(4) Inspection Powers.
The UDC Certified Building Inspector or an authorized certified agent may at all reasonable hours enter upon any public or private premises for inspection purposes and may require the production of the permit for any building, plumbing, electrical or heating work. No person shall interfere with or refuse to permit access to any such premises to the UDC Certified Building Inspector or his/her agent while in performance of his/her duties.
(5) Records.
The UDC Certified Building Inspector shall perform all administrative tasks required by the State under the Uniform Dwelling Code. In addition, the UDC Certified Building Inspector shall keep a record of all applications for building permits and shall regularly number each permit in the order of its issue. Also, a record showing the number, description and size of all buildings erected indicating the kind of materials used and the cost of each building and aggregate cost of all one (1) and two (2) family dwellings shall be kept.