A. Building Permit Required; Exceptions: No structure or accessory structure over two hundred (200) square feet shall be constructed, remodeled, renovated, or added-to within the City of Middleton without first obtaining a building permit and paying the established fees.
1. Exceptions:
a. Replacing or upgrading exterior glass, without changing the frame.
b. Removal of asphalt shingles and replacing with same roofing type without altering or repairing of existing sheeting.
c. Adding a second layer of asphalt shingles over an original layer of asphalt shingles.
d. Repairing and replacing individual shingles and/or roofing tiles.
e. Residential fencing that complies with this Code.
f. Replacing cabinets without changing plumbing or electrical.
g. Repairing, but not replacing, existing plumbing fixtures.
h. Contact City building official for other exemptions.
B. Certificate Of Occupancy: The building official shall not issue a certificate of occupancy for a building until all necessary subdivision infrastructure improvements have been constructed and accepted by the City, and debris has been removed from subdivision vacant lots. A certificate of occupancy shall not be issued until any damage to public improvements or property by a contractor, subcontractor, owner, or builder has been repaired at the expense thereof. A contractor shall be responsible for damage caused by said contractor’s subcontractor. A building/property owner shall be responsible for damage caused by said building/property owner’s contractor.
C. Stamped Plans: All plans for public, commercial, industrial and multi-family buildings exceeding four (4) dwelling units must be stamped by a licensed architect and/or a licensed engineer.
D. Subdivided Lot: No residence or commercial building shall be erected or moved onto any lot unless said lot has been legally subdivided and has thirty feet (30') of frontage on a public right-of-way and meets all the requirements of title 5 of this Code.
E. Traffic Impact Analysis: The City may require an applicant, at the applicant's expense, to conduct a traffic impact analysis for any commercial or industrial use requiring a building permit.
F. Address Numbering: All residential, commercial and industrial buildings within the City shall be numbered with an address assigned by the City. Numbers on residential buildings shall be a minimum of four inches (4") in height. Numbers on commercial and industrial buildings shall be a minimum of twelve inches (12") in height. Number colors should contrast with the building color so that they are plainly visible.
G. Sewer Connection: When a new connection is made to the sewer main, a cast iron hub shall be used unless an alternate connector is approved by the City.
H. Driveways: All lots shall front upon a public road unless otherwise approved by the City. Residences having a garage shall have a hard surface of concrete or asphalt driveway and approach with a width at least equal to the garage width that extends from the garage to the abutting public road. Driveways from garages not facing the street shall be a minimum twelve feet (12') wide between the garage and publicly maintained roads.
I. Private Lanes/Alleys: Private lanes/alleys may be constructed to access single family, single family attached, and/or apartment residences. Private lanes will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and must be specifically approved by the city.
J. Agricultural Buildings: Agricultural buildings are exempt from the Building Codes adopted herein but shall remain subject to zoning regulations.
K. Tiny Houses: A building permit is required, and either certification by the RV or mobile home manufacturer associations or on a foundation following the International Residential Code.
L. Minimum Room Count: A dwelling unit shall contain at least three (3) rooms, which shall include a kitchen (with appliances for cooking food, a sink and storage) and bathroom (with a sink, toilet and tub or shower), separate from each other and all other rooms.
M. Mobile Units: No recreational vehicle, camper, camp trailer, tent or other portable or mobile structure or unit may be used as a residence.
N. Demolition Permit: A demolition permit is required from the City if a portion of a non-agricultural structure is to be demolished. No permit is required if an entire structure is to be demolished.
(Ord. 587, 1-18-2017; amd. Ord. 594, 8-16-2017; Ord. 609, 7-3-2018; Ord. 642, 11-18-2020; Ord. 657, 11-3-2021)