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Title 15
BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION
Chapters:
15.01 Model Technical Codes and Administrative Rules
15.02 Building Division
15.04 International Building Code
15.05 Family Dwelling Code
15.06 International Existing Building Code
15.07 International Fuel Gas Code
15.08 Electrical Code
15.12 Mechanical Code
15.14 Energy Code
15.16 Plumbing Code
15.20 Building Moving Code
15.24 Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code
15.28 Demolition Code
15.30 Building Conservation
15.32 Sign Code
15.36 Fire Code
15.37 Fire Code Board of Appeals
15.40 Fire Zones
15.44 Excavations
15.48 Overhead Electrical Lines
15.52 Trailer Camps and Auto Courts
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Chapter 15.01
MODEL TECHNICAL CODES AND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
Sections:
15.01.010 Adoption of the Model Technical Codes and Administrative Rules
15.01.015 Municipality and City Defined
15.01.020 Violation - Penalty
15.01.010 Adoption of the Model Technical Codes and Administrative Rules
A. The current editions of the model technical codes, to include but not limited to
building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical and all accompanying appendices,
amendments, and modifications adopted or required to be adopted by the Building
Codes Bureau, Montana Department of Labor and Industry (or its successor), as set
out in the Administrative Rules of Montana (hereinafter ARM), as amended from
time to time by the Building Codes Bureau, are adopted by reference and
incorporated in this title as if set forth in full, except for any exceptions noted in this
chapter or any regulations not applicable to local government jurisdictions.
B. One copy of each code shall be kept on file in the office of the Clerk of Commission
of the city, 411 East Main Street, Bozeman, Montana, and one copy shall be kept
on file in the offices of the Building division of the City of Bozeman, Montana.
C. Any amendments to the codes as originally adopted by Bozeman Municipal
Ordinance in this title which may be adopted by the Building Codes Bureau and
which apply to local government jurisdictions including the adoption of the latest
editions of the model technical codes, to include but not be limited to building,
plumbing, electrical, and mechanical, or applicable Administrative Rules of
Montana, shall become effective in the City of Bozeman through automatic adoption
upon execution of an administrative order of the City Manager unless a different
effective date is specified in the administrative order.
D. A copy of the amendment notification will be kept in the office of the Clerk of
Commission.
E. The Model Technical Codes and Administrative Rules of Montana as adopted in this
title or as amended through automatic adoption above and the other provisions of
Title 15 are applicable within the City of Bozeman building jurisdiction. (Ord. 1631
S 1, 2005; Ord. 1559 S 1, 2002; Ord. 1528 S 1, 2000; Ord. 1389 S 1, 1994)
15.01.015 Municipality and City Defined
Whenever the words "municipality" or "city" are used in the code(s) adopted by this
chapter, they shall mean the City of Bozeman
15.01.020 Violation - Penalty
Violation of the Model Technical Codes or Administrative Rules of Montana, as adopted in
this title or as amended through automatic adoption in Section 15.01.010, or violation of any other
provision of this title is a misdemeanor. Any person convicted of a violation shall be subject to
the penalties of Section 1.16.010. Each day that the violation continues is a separate offense,
and shall be punished accordingly. The court, in its discretion, may add to the fines any costs
incurred by the City in the prosecution of the charge or enforcement of the code. (Ord. 1631 S 3,
2005; Ord. 1389 S 2, 1994)
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Chapter 15.02
BUILDING DIVISION
Sections:
15.02.010 Building Division Fees
15.02.020 Plan Review - Permit Expiration - Work Without Valid Permit
15.02.030 Refunds
15.02.010 Building Division Fees
The Building division shall charge fees for permits, plan checks and other work based upon
the following criteria and formulas. The specific fee tables referenced below, and including those
for the various uniform, national or international codes, shall be approved by resolution of the City
Commission.
A. Fees for Additional and New Building Permits:
Fees for building additions, and commercial/residential building
construction projects will be assessed based upon the current number
of employees and their labor costs, internal and external
administrative costs, the building square footage, and the labor factors
derived from approved fee tables. The permit formula is:
Administrative & Internal Charqes = Administrative Charges / Employee
# Personnel
Administrative CharQes / Emplovee = Administrative Charges / Employee / Hour
1800 (net work hourslyear)
(Admin. Charges / Employee / Hour) +
Inspector's Hourly Pay Rate = Total Hourly Rate
(Total Hourly Rate) * (Table A) * (Building
Sq. Footage) = Building Permit Fee
8. Building Permit Factors:
Table A is based on Amount of Inspection Time/Sq. Ft., Construction
Type & Fire Rating.
C. Plan Review Formula is:
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Administrative & Internal Charaes = Administrative Charges / Employee
# Personnel
Administrative Charaes / Emplovee
1800 (net work hourslyear) = Administrative Charges / Employee / Hour
(Admin. Charges / Employee / Hour) +
Plans Examiner Hourly Pay Rate = Total Hourly Rate
(Total Hourly Rate) *(Table B) *(Building
Sq. Footage) = Plan Review Fee
D. Plan Review Factors:
Table B is based on Amount of Plan Review Time/Sq. Ft.,
Construction Type & Fire Rating)
E. Fees for Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire Suppression Systems, and Building
Remodel Permits will be determined based on the contractor valuation of the
project, subject to the Building division's approval of the valuation. The permit
valuation will be applied to the permit amounts detailed in Table C. (Ord. 1631 S 4,
2005
15.02.020 Plan Review - Permit Expiration - Work Without Valid Permit
A. Time Limitation of Application:
An application for a permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to
have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such
application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been
issued; except that the Building official or designee is authorized to
grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not
exceeding 90 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing
and justifiable cause demonstrated.
8. Permit Expiration:
Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site
authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after
issuance, or, if the work authorized on the site by such permit is
suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the
work is commenced. The building official or designee is authorized to
grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not to
exceed 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing
and justifiable cause demonstrated.
C. Plan Review and Permit Renewal:
1. In order to renew action on a plan review after expiration, the applicant
must reMsubmit plans and pay a new plan review fee.
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2. In order to renew action on an expired permit, a new permit shall first be
obtained and the fee therefore shall be one-half the amount required for a
new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be
made in the original plans and specifications for such work, and provided
further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year.
3. In order to renew action on a permit after expiration, the permittee shall pay
a new full permit fee.
D. Work commencing before permit issuance:
Any person who commences any work on a building, structure,
electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system before obtaining the
necessary permits shall be subject to an additional fee as established
by the BUilding division that shall be in addition to the required fees.
(Table D) The fee shall not be more than twice the permit fee amount.
(Ord. 1631 S 4, 2005
15.02.030 Refunds
A. Plan review fee refunds will not be given if the review has already been performed
on the plans and specifications. Eighty percent (80%) of the plan review fee will be
refunded if the review of the plans and specifications has not commenced.
B. Permit fees will not be refunded if the work has commenced and inspections have
been made. Eighty percent (80%) of the permit fee will be refunded if no
inspections have been performed at the site and the work is to be abandoned or
postponed for more than 180 days. (Ord. 1631 S 4, 2005)
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Chapter 15.04
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.04.010 International Building Code
15.04.010 International Building Code
The International Building Code, 2003 Edition, as provided by ARM 24.301.131, (or
successor provision) is hereby adopted subject to amendment or modification under 15.01.010.
This code regulates the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal,
demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of all
buildings and/or structures in the jurisdiction of the City; and provides for the issuance of permits
and collection of fees therefor. This code is subject to any modifications as stated in ARM
24.301.146 (or successor provision). (Ord. 1631 S 5, 2005; Ord. 1528 S 52, 2000; Ord. 1389 S
3, 1994; Ord. 1348 S 1, 1992; Ord. 1285 S 1, 1989)
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Chapter 15.05
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
Sections:
15.05.010 International Residential Code
15.05.010 International Residential Code
The International Residential Code (IRC), 2003 Edition, as provided by ARM 24.301.154 (or
successor provision) is hereby adopted subject to amendment or modification under 15.01.010.
The I RC is a nationally recognized model code setting forth minimum standards and requirements
for detached one- or two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not
more than three stories in height and their accessory structures. (Ord. 1631 S 6, 2005; Ord. 1389
S 4, 1994; Ord. 1290 S 1, 1989)
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Chapter 15.06
INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.06.010 International Existing Building Code
15.06.01 0 International Existing Building Code
The International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2003 edition, as provided by ARM
24.301.171 (or successor provision) is hereby adopted subject to amendment or modification
under 15.01.010. This code may be used as an alternate prescriptive method(s) for the remodel,
repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition, and relocation of existing building. (Ord. 1631
S 7, 2005)
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Chapter 15.07
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
Sections:
15.07.010 International Fuel Gas Code
15.07.010 International Fuel Gas Code
The International Fuel Gas Code, 2003 Edition, as provided by ARM 24.301.173 (or
successor provision) and as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted
subject to amendment or modification under 15.01.010. The code is a nationally recognized
model code setting forth minimum standards and requirements for certain mechanical
installations. (Ord. 1631 S 8, 2005; Ord. 1389 S 6, 1994; Ord. 1287 S 1, 1989)
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Chapter 15.08
ELECTRICAL CODE
Sections:
15.08.010 National Electrical Code
15.08.020 Municipality and City Defined
15.08.030 Electrical Inspector Defined
15.08.040 Permit - Required
15.08.050 Permit - Fee Schedule - Period of Validity
15.08.060 Permit - Plans Required with Application
15.08.070 Contractor's Bond Requirements
15.08.080 Wiring - Homeowner Rights and Restrictions
15.08.090 Wiring - Sign Company Restrictions
Sections:
15.08.120 Right of Entry for Inspection
15.08.130 Discontinuance of Service - Conditions - Electrical Inspector Authority
15.08.140 Inspection Requirements for Completed Work
15.08.150 Reinspection and Correction of Installations
15.08.160 Approval - Conformity with Specifications Required
15.08.170 Condemnation of Installation - Petition for Review
15.08.180 Connections Unlawful until Wiring Approved
15.08.190 Liability Limitations
15.08.010 National Electrical Code
The National Electrical Code, 2002 Edition, as provided by ARM 24.301.401 (or successor
provision, is hereby adopted subject to amendment or modification under 15.01.010. The Code
is a nationally recognized model code setting forth minimum standards and requirements for
electrical installations. (Ord. 1631 S 9, 2005; Ord. 1389 S 7, 1994; Ord. 1286 S 1, 1989; Ord. 1259
S 1, 1988; Ord. 1167 (part), 1984; Ord. 1084 S 1, 1981)
15.08.020 Municipality and City Defined
Whenever the words "municipality" or "city" are used in the code adopted by this chapter they
shall mean the City of Bozeman. (Ord. 1084 S 2, 1981)
15.08.030 Electrical Inspector Defined
The office of the Electrical Inspector shall be made a part of the Department of Public Safety
and the Electrical Inspector shall be appointed by the City Manager. Whenever the term
"Electrical Inspector" is used in the code adopted by this chapter, it shall be construed to mean
the Electrical Inspector or his authorized representative. (Ord. 1084 S 3, 1981 )
15.08.040 Permit - Required
No alteration shall be made in the existing wiring of any building nor shall any building be
wired for the placing of any electrical current nor shall any alterations be made in the wiring in any
building after inspection without first notifying the Electrical Inspector and securing a permit
therefor. Where work for which a permit is required by this chapter is started or proceeded with
prior to obtaining said permits, the fees specified shall be doubled, but the payment of such fee
shall not relieve any person from fully complying with the requirements of this chapter in the
execution of the work nor from the other penalties prescribed in this chapter. (Ord. 1084 S 4 (a),
1981 )
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15.08.050 Permit - Fee Schedule - Period of Validity
A. At the time the application for a permit is made the applicant shall pay to the
Electrical Inspector the following fees:
Type of Installation Permit Fee
1. Single-family dwellings (includes garage wired at the same time as the
house):
100 to 200 amp service; $43.00
201 to 300 amp service; $66.00
301 or more amp service; $83.00
2. Private property accessory buildings (garages, barns, sheds, etc.):
Up to a 200 amp panel; $20.00
201 to 300 amp panel; $50.00
301 or more amp panel; $66.00
3. Residential temporary construction service:no separate fee; it is
included in the above fees for the service of panel which must be paid
prior to the wiring of a building or setting of a construction pole;
4. Interior rewire only, or new addition to a home; $23.00
5. Change of service; $14.00
6. Mobile home installation: in a court or park; $14.00
other than a court or park; $20.00
7. Modular homes: no basement or garage; $20.00
with a basement and/or garage; $33.00
8. Multifamily dwellings (duplex through twelve units)
per dwelling unit; $25.00
Note: For buildings containing more than twelve units, use the
commercial schedule that follows.
9. Mobile home courts and/or recreational vehicle parks (new, rewire, or
addition):
first three spaces; $7.00 per space
additional spaces over three spaces; $2.50 per space
10. New service (livestock well, irrigation well, etc.); $20.00
11. Irrigation pumps or machines
per unit (one pump and/or one pivot); $16.50
12. Hot tubs and spas; $10.00
13. All other installations - Commercial, industrial, institutional, or for
public use (fees listed in this section shall apply to any and all
electrical installations not mentioned elsewhere in this schedule. The
wiring cost shall be the cost to the owner of all labor charges and all
wiring materials and equipment installed as part of the wiring system.
The value of factory.installed wiring, switches and controls, or
equipment, shall be included in wiring costs. Value of motors and
appliances need not be included.)
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Type of Installation Permit Fee
$1 to $1,000 $ 20.00
$1,000 to $10,000 $20 for the first $1,000 plus $8.50 for each
additional $1,000 or fraction thereof to and
including $10,000
$10,000 $ 96.50
$10,000 to $50,000 $96.50 for the first $10,000 plus $3.50 per
thousand for each additional $1,000 or fraction
thereof to and including $50,000
$50,000 $236.50
$50,000 and up $236.50 for the first $50,000 plus $1.50 per
thousand for each additional thousand or
fraction thereof
$100,000 $311.50
$200,000 $461.50
$300,000 $611.50
14. Temporary construction service (for commercial, industrial, institutional or
public.use jobs only) $ 20.00
Note: This additional $20.00 fee is required in addition to the above job
cost inspection fees only if a temporary service will be used and is to
be paid at the same time as the regular job cost permit fee before
construction begins.
B. Electrical permits on which the fees are under one hundred dollars are
valid for a period of one year from the date of issuance. (Ord. 1167 (part),
1984; Ord. 10849 4(b), 1981)
15.08.060 Permit - Plans Required with Application
Accompanying the application for permit, there shall be filed with the inspector plans of the
work to be undertaken on all nonresidential construction and, if deemed necessary by the
Electrical Inspector, plans may be required for residence-type work. The above mentioned plans
shall show the character and precise location of the premises. The permit shall not be held to
allow cutting of any structural features of any buildings. The permit shall cover the work set forth
in the plans only, and, if additional work is to be undertaken, a new permit to cover such
additional work shall be secured in the usual manner. (Ord. 108494 (c), 1981)
15.08.070 Contractor's Bond Requirements
A. No person, firm, or corporation shall engage in installing, repairing, or altering
electrical wiring or conductors within the corporate limits of the city for the purpose
of transmitting electrical energy for light, heat, or power, excluding any public
electric utility, without first filing a five-thousand-dollar bond and conditioned that he
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or they will in good faith perform all of the things required by the ordinances of the
city, and that if any injury to any person or damage to any property results by reason
of his or their failure or neglect to conform with any ordinance relating to the
installation of electric wiring and equipment, he or they shall save harmless and
indemnify such person injured or the owner of such property damaged. Said bond
shall be filed in the office of the building official for approval. (Ord. 1084 9 7 (part),
1981 )
15.08.080 Wiring - Homeowner Rights and Restrictions
If an owner desires to do wiring in his own home (single-family residence), he may do so
without a license, but he must first obtain a permit required by this chapter; provided, however,
the Electrical Inspector may refuse to issue a permit to any person who, in his estimation, is not
competent to install the electrical work in accordance with the regulations of this chapter. (Ord.
108497 (part), 1981)
15.08.090 Wiring - Sign Company Restrictions
Sign companies shall be permitted to do wiring in signs and outline lighting on the secondary
side of the transformers only. (Ord. 1084 9 7 (part), 1981)
15.08.120 Right of Entry for Inspection
The Electrical Inspector and assistants shall carry proper credentials of their respective
offices, upon exhibition of which they shall have the right of entry, during usual business hours,
to inspect any and all building and premises in the performance of their duties. However, should
the owner or occupant disapprove entry, the inspector shall produce a search warrant signed by
the proper authority. (Ord. 1084 9 5(a), 1981)
15.08.130 Discontinuance of Service - Conditions - Electrical Inspector Authority
The Electrical Inspector shall have supervision over all wires, materials, apparatus, and
fittings used for the transmission, distribution, or consumption of electrical current for light, heat,
or power, or for any other purposes, whether new or old; and whenever any such wires, materials,
apparatus or appurtenances are, or may become, dangerous to life or property or are liable to
cause fire, accident, or injury, he is empowered to order the owner, agent, or user to remove or
repair such within forty.eight hours after receipt of the notice. In case the order is not complied
with, the Electrical Inspector shall order the current to be disconnected, from the installation or
the part of it which is considered hazardous, and all owners, agents, users, light, and power
companies and others shall not have the current or circuit connected again until the Electrical
Inspector has given a written permit to do so. All firms, corporations, or individuals, whether
operating under a regular franchise granted by the city or not, shall, upon written notice from the
Electrical Inspector, disconnect from any building the service on any circuit as designated by the
notice and shall not reconnect the building service or circuit, except upon written notice from the
Electrical Inspector. (Ord. 10849 5(b), 1981)
15.08.140 Inspection Requirements for Completed Work
Upon the completion of the wiring or alterations or additions to the wiring of any building, it
shall be the duty of the person, firm, or corporation installing the same to notify the Electrical
Inspector, who shall inspect the installation within twenty-four hours of the time such notice is
given, Sundays and holidays excepted; and if it is found to be fully in compliance with this chapter
and does not constitute a hazard to life and property, he will authorize connection to the electrical
service and the turning on of the current; provided, however, that the inspector may give
temporary permission to furnish electric current to or the use of the electric current, through any
wires, or other equipment for a length of time not exceeding thirty days, if it appears that such
wires, etc., may be used safely and that there exists an urgent necessity for such use and special
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permission. All wires that are to be hidden from view shall be inspected before concealment and
any person, firm, or corporation installing such wires shall notify the Electrical Inspector, giving
him twenty-four hours in which to make the required inspection before such wires are concealed;
provided that, on large installations where concealment of parts of the wiring proceeds
continuously, the person, firm or corporation installing the wiring shall give the Electrical Inspector
due notice and inspection shall be made periodically during the progress of the work. (Ord. 1084
9 5(c), 1981)
15.08.150 Reinspection and Correction of Installations
When considered advisable by the Electrical Inspector or upon request by the fire chief, light
and power company, or the owner or tenant of any building, the Electrical Inspector shall make
a thorough reinspection of the installation in any buildings of all electric wiring, electrical devices,
and electrical material now installed or that may hereafter be installed within the city. When the
installation of any such wiring, devices or materials is found to be in a dangerous or unsafe
condition, the person, firm, or corporation owning, using or operating the same shall be notified
and shall make the necessary repairs or changes required to place such wiring, devices and
materials in a safe condition and have such work completed within four days, or any longer period
specified by the Electrical Inspector in said notice. The Electrical Inspector is empowered to
order the discontinuance of electrical service to such wiring, devices, or materials so found to be
defectively installed until the installation of such wiring, devices, and material has been made safe
as directed by the Electrical Inspector. (Ord. 108495 (d), 1981)
15.08.160 Approval - Conformity with Specifications Required
No inspection shall be approved unless the electrical light, power, and heating installations
are in strict conformity with the provisions of this chapter, the statutes of the State of Montana,
and the National Electrical Code as adopted in this chapter. (Ord. 10849 5(e), 1981)
15.08.170 Condemnation of Installation - Petition for Review
When the Electrical Inspector condemns all or part of any electrical installation, the owner
may, within five days after receiving written notice from the Electrical Inspector, file a petition in
writing for review of said action of the Electrical Inspector with the City Clerk, who shall refer the
petition to a board of three competent parties to be appointed by the Mayor, with the approval of
the City Commission, upon receipt of which the board shall at once proceed to determine whether
said electrical installation complies with this chapter, and within three days shall make a decision
in accordance with its findings, which shall be returned to the City Clerk for action. (Ord. 10849
5 (f), 1981)
15.08.180 Connections Unlawful until Wiring Approved
It is unlawful for any electric utility to make any electrical connections to any building or
premises until the wiring has been approved by the Electrical Inspector; provided, however,
special permission may be given to him to make a temporary connection and use portions of the
wiring in a building during construction, if it appears that this can be safely done and there exists
an urgent necessity for such use and for such special permission. (Ord. 1084 9 6, 1981)
15.08.190 Liability Limitations
This chapter shall not be construed to relieve from, or lessen the responsibility or liability of
any party owning, operating, controlling, or installing any electric wiring, electric devices or
electrical material for damages to persons or property caused by any defect therein, nor shall the
City or the inspector be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the inspection authorized
in this chapter, or certificate of inspection issued as provided in this chapter. (Ord. 1084 9 10,
1 981 )
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Chapter 15.12
MECHANICAL CODE
Sections:
15.12.010 International Mechanical Code
15.12.020 Mechanical Permit Fees
15.12.030 Amendments and Additions to the Uniform Mechanical Code
15.12.010 International Mechanical Code
The International Mechanical Code, (ICC version) 2003 Edition as provided by ARM
24.301.172 (or successor provision) is hereby adopted subject to amendment or modification
under 15.01.010. The code, published by the International Code Council, is a nationally
recognized model code setting forth minimum standards and requirements for certain mechanical
installations. (Ord. 1631 9 10, 2005; Ord. 138998, 1994; Ord. 13509 1, 1992; Ord. 12889 1,
1989; Ord. 1204 9 1 (part), 1986)
15.12.020 Mechanical Permit Fees
The fee schedule at Table No. 3-A of the Uniform Mechanical Code is amended to read as
follows:
Table No. 3-A MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES
Cost of Mechanical System Mechanical Permit Fee
o - $1 ,000 $20
$1,001 - $10,000 $20 for the first
$1,000 plus $5 for each additional $1,000 or
fraction thereof, to and including $10,000
$10,001 - $50,000 $65 for first $10,000 plus $4 for each additional
$1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including
$50,000
$50,001 $225 for first $50,000 plus $2 for each
additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and
including $100,000
$100,000 $325 for first $100,000 plus $0.50 for each
additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and
including $1,000,000
$1,000,000 $775 for first $1,000,000 plus $0.25 for each
additional $1,000 or fraction thereof
Note: The mechanical cost shall be the cost to the owner of all labor charges and all
mechanical materials and equipment installed as part of the mechanical system. The
cost of the plumbing system, which is covered by the Uniform Plumbing Code, is not to
be included. (Ord. 1204 9 1 (part), 1986)
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15.12.030 Amendments and Additions to the Uniform Mechanical Code
The following is added to the most current adopted Uniform Mechanical Code, Section 504
(f) :
(d) LPG appliances may be installed in single family dwellings notwithstanding the
prohibition on the installation of such appliances by the UMC and the UPC provided:
(i) All LPG piping is pressure tested to insure it is gas tight and not installed
in concealed locations. Concealed LPG piping means piping and fittings
which, when in place in the finished buildings, would require removal of
permanent construction to gain access to the piping. Piping may be
installed in an attic, under floor area, including basement or crawl space,
provided this area is adequately ventilated from at least two exposed sides
of the building. Each ventilation opening shall be a minimum of 36 square
inches.
(ii) The appliance is vented-type, approved by a nationally recognized testing
organization, and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations.
(iii) Automatically controlled LPG appliances shall be of the complete shut-off
type. Complete (100%) shut off means the gas to both the pilot light and
the main gas burner(s) will shut off in the event of pilot outage.
(iv) A readily accessible and identified shut-off valve controlling the flow of gas
to the entire gas piping system shall be installed near the point of
connection to the service piping supply connection of the LPG tank. The
container service valve may be used for this purpose.
(v) The installer shall promptly report any accidenVincident where LPG may
have been a factor, or could become a contributing factor, to the building
codes bureau by phone. If death or serious personal injury occurs or if
property damage in excess of $500.00 results from any such
accidenVincident, a written report shall be prepared by the installer and
presented to the bureau within 15 days of the accidenVincident.
(vi) An LPG detection/shut-off valve system shall be installed that sounds an
alarm and shuts off the main gas supply in the event of the detection of
LPG. The valve shall be solenoid type shut-off valve, held open when
powered, and shall be located outside the building foundation. (Ord. 1350
92,1992)
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Chapter 15.14
ENERGY CODE
Sections:
15.14.010 International Energy Conservation Code
15.14.010 International Energy Conservation Code
The International Energy Conservation Code as provided by ARM 24.301.161 (or successor
provision) is hereby adopted subject to amendment or modification by 15.01.010. The Code is
a nationally recognized model code for energy efficient construction of buildings. (Ord. 1631 9 11,
2005; Ord. 138999, 1994; Ord. 13049 1, 1990)
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Chapter 15.16
PLUMBING CODE
Sections:
15.16.010 Uniform Plumbing Code
15.16.015 Supplemental Documents
15.16.020 Additions
15.16.030 Schedule of Fees Amended - Plumbing Permit Fees
15.16.010 Uniform Plumbing Code
The Uniform Plumbing Code, 2003 Edition as provided by ARM 24.301.301 (or successor
provision), is hereby adopted subject to amendment or modification by 15.01.010. The purpose
of this code is to provide minimum requirements and standards for plumbing installations for the
protection of the public health, safety, and welfare. The Uniform Plumbing Code is a nationally
recognized model code setting forth minimum standards and requirements for plumbing
installations. (Ord. 1631 912,2005; Ord. 152894,2000; Ord. 1389 S 10,1994; Ord. 1351 91,
1992; Ord. 1289 9 1, 1989)
15.16.015 Supplemental Documents
To supplement the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1985 Edition, as modified by the State, the City
adopts and incorporates by reference into the Bozeman Municipal Code the amendments as set
forth in the Administrative Rules of Montana at Section 8.70.301, et seq., which are incorporated
by reference into the Bozeman Municipal Code. (Ord. 1260 9 1, 1988)
15.16.020 Additions
The following paragraph shall be added to the Uniform Plumbing Code. Add Section 20.16
to PART 1- Administration of the Uniform Plumbing Code as follows:
20.16 Connections to sewer and water mains:
The City of Bozeman shall make all service connections (doing all necessary
work and furnishing necessary materials) from the sewer and water mains to
the property line; charges for such work shall be paid by the property owner or
his agent and accompany the application for service connections. Water
services, from property line to and including the water meter, shall be installed
by the City Water Department upon proper application by the owner or his
agent and receipt of a deposit based upon the estimated cost; provided, that
any excess over the actual costs shall be refunded to the applicant upon
completion of the work. Should the actual cost be more than the estimated
deposit, the owner or his agent shall pay the additional fee. (Ord. 1289 9 2,
1989; Ord. 120392,1986)
15.16.030 Schedule of Fees Amended - Plumbing Permit Fees
The schedule of fees in the Uniform Plumbing Code is amended to read as follows:
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PLUMBING PERMIT FEES FEE
For issuing each permit $15.00*
For each plumbing fixture, or set of fixtures on one trap including
water, drainage, piping, and backflow protection thereof $ 6.00
For each building sewer and each trailer park sewer $10.00
For each water heater and vent $ 6.00
For each gas piping system:
One to four outlets $ 6.00
Five or more, per outlet $ 2.00
For installation, alteration, or repair of water piping and/or water
treatment equipment $ 6.00
Building storm drains and/or rain water leaders per each $ 6.00
For repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping $ 6.00
For each lawn sprinkler system and/or fire protection system,
including backflow devices $ 6.00
For each mobile home inspection including gas lines, venting,
and appliances, including issuance of permit $22.50
* except for replacement of water heaters
(Ord. 1351 92,1992; Ord. 128993 (part), 1989; Ord. 120393,1986)
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Chapter 15.20
BUILDING MOVING CODE
Sections:
15.20.010 Title for Citation
15.20.020 Purpose of Chapter Provisions - Certain Buildings Exempt
15.20.030 Definitions and Interpretation of Language
15.20.040 Enforcement ~ Building official Authority
15.20.050 House Mover ~ License and Insurance Required
15.20.060 House Mover - Bond or Cash Deposit Required
15.20.070 Moving Permit - Required
15.20.080 Moving Permit - Application
15.20.090 Moving Permit - Contents
15.20.100 Moving Permit -Issuance Authorized When
15.20.110 Moving Permit - Fee
15.20.120 Moving Permit ~ Issuance Restrictions and Moving Conditions
15.20.130 Responsibilities of Permit Holders
15.20.140 Moving Permit - Revocation Conditions
15.20.010 Title for Citation
This chapter shall be known as the "Moving Code," may be cited as such, and will be referred
to herein as "this code." (Ord. 1631 913,2005; prior code 9 9.20.010)
15.20.020 Purpose of Chapter Provisions - Certain Buildings Exempt
A. The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life, safety,
health, property, and public welfare by regulating and controlling the moving or
relocating of buildings and structures over, along, or across highways, streets, and
alleys in the city.
B. Exception. Buildings or structures less than two hundred fifty cubic feet in size shall
be exempt from the provisions of this code. (Ord. 1631 9 14, 2005; prior code 9
9.20.020)
15.20.030 Definitions and Interpretation of Language
A. For the purpose of this code, certain abbreviations, terms, phrases, words, and their
derivations shall be construed as specified in this section. Words used in the
singular include the plural, and the plural, the singular. Words used in the
masculine gender include the feminine, and the feminine, the masculine.
B. "Building official" means the officer or designee charged by the Director of Public
Safety with the administration and enforcement of this code.
C. "Municipality" or "city." Wherever used in the code, adopted in this chapter,
"municipality" or "city" means the City of Bozeman. (Ord. 1631 9 15, 2005; prior
code 99 9.20.040, 9.20.050, 9.20.060)
15.20.040 Enforcement - Building Official Authority
The building official or designee is authorized and directed to enforce all the provisions of this
code. (Ord. 1631 916,2005; prior code 99.20.030(a))
15.20.050 House Mover - License and Insurance Required
A. Any person, firm, or corporation who engages in the business of moving or
relocating buildings or structures within, without, or into the corporate city limits shall
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first obtain a house mover's license in accordance with Chapter 5.04. This license
is not transferable or assignable to other persons, firms, or corporations.
S. Any person, firm, or corporation engaging in the business of moving or relocating
buildings or structures within, without, or into the corporate city limits shall first
provide proof of general liability insurance in an amount acceptable to the City; and
which includes the City as an additional insured.
C. A copy of the insurance policy shall be filed with the Building division and shall
release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Bozeman, its officers,
employees, agents, and assigns from and against any and all actions, claims,
liabilities, demands, or assertions of liability, causes of action, losses, costs, and
expenses including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees, involving or
relating to any harm, injury, or damage, suffered or sustained which in any manner
may arise or be alleged to have arisen, or resulted or alleged to have resulted from
the movement of the building or structure. (Ord. 1631 9 17, 2005; prior code 9
9.20.030 (b))
15.20.060 House Mover - Bond or Cash Deposit Required
A. Bond. An applicant for a house mover's license shall file with the building division
a bond of two thousand dollars, conditioned that he will in good faith perform all
work required by this code and other applicable city codes, and shall release,
defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Bozeman, its officers, employees,
agents, and assigns from and against any and all actions, claims, liabilities,
demands, or assertions of liability, causes of action, losses, costs, and expenses
including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees, involving or relating to any
harm, injury, or damage, suffered or sustained which in any manner may arise or
be alleged to have arisen, or resulted or alleged to have resulted from the work
authorized to be done pursuant to this code. This bond must be filed with the
building division and must be approved by the City Attorney or designee.
S. Cash Deposit in Lieu of Bond. Any person filing an application hereunder may, in
lieu of the bond required above, file with the building division a cash deposit in the
sum of twenty times the permit fee as an indemnity for any damage which the city
may sustain by reason of damage or injury to any highway, street, or alley, sidewalk,
fire hydrant, or other property of the City, which may be caused by or be incidental
to the removal of any building or structure over, along, or across any street in the
city and to indemnify the City against any claim of damages to persons or private
property, and to satisfy any claims by private individuals arising out of, caused by,
or incidental to the moving of any building or structure over, along, or across any
street in the city. In no case is the cash deposit herein required to be more than two
thousand dollars. (Ord. 1631 918,2005; prior code 9 9.20.030 (c))
15.20.070 Moving Permit - Required
No building or structure shall be moved, removed, or relocated within, without, or into the city
without first having obtained a moving permit from the Building division. (Ord. 1631 9 19, 2005;
prior code 9 9.20.070)
15.20.080 Moving Permit - Application
A. Any person, firm, or corporation seeking issuance of a permit under this chapter
shall file an application for such permit with the Building division.
S. All applications for moving, removing, or relocating of any buildings of structures in
the city shall be made to the Building division in writing upon forms furnished by the
Building division, and shall set forth the following information:
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1. Address of present location;
2. Address of new location;
3. Type of construction (frame, masonry, masonry veneer, etc.);
4. Length, width, and height of building or structure;
5. Specific route over which the building or structure is to be moved including
identification of any hazards along the route and description of actions to
be taken to address the hazard;
6. Type of occupancy (dwelling, garage, office, etc.) for both old and new
location; -
7. Proposed moving date and time of day;
8. Any additional information which the Building official or designee finds
necessary to make a fair determination of whether a permit should be
issued. (Ord. 1631 920,2005; prior code 9 9.20.080)
15.20.090 Moving Permit - Contents
The permit required by this chapter shall state the name of the person, firm, or corporation
authorized to move the structure, shall describe the location from which and the location to which
the structure is to be moved and the route to be followed. (Ord. 1631 921, 2005; prior code S
9.20.090)
15.20.100 Moving Permit - Issuance Authorized When
If the applicant for a permit under this chapter is qualified and has the license and bond
required elsewhere in this code and, in the judgment of the Building official or designee, the
building or structure can be moved as contemplated, the Building division shall issue a permit for
the moving, except as provided in Section 15.20.120. (Ord. 1631 9 22, 2005; prior code 9
9.20.100)
15.20.110 Moving Permit - Fee
A. The fee for a moving permit shall be $86.00 per hour, or pro.rated portion thereof,
necessary for the Building official or designee to conduct an inspection. Additional
costs, including mileage for travel outside the city limits, may be assessed.
15.20.120 Moving Permit - Issuance Restrictions and Moving Conditions
The following restrictions and conditions shall be observed before the issuance of a permit
as required by this chapter:
A. No permit shall be issued to any person, firm, or corporation to move or relocate any
building or structure upon another building site unless such use, building, or
proposed conversion thereof conforms to Title 18 (zoning), Chapter 15.04 (the
International Building Code), and all other pertinent portions of the municipal code.
S. No permit shall be issued to any person, firm, or corporation to move, remove, or
locate any building or structure which is:
1. So constructed or in such condition as to be dangerous or unsafe;
2. Infested with pests or is otherwise unsanitary; or
3. If a dwelling or habitation, is unfit for human habitation; or
4. Is so dilapidated, defective or in such a condition of deterioration or
disrepair that its relocation at the proposed site would create a safety or
health hazard or would cause substantial damage or material detriment to
the property in the immediate vicinity of the proposed site.
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C. Every application shall be accompanied by the written consent of the Assistant
Director of Public Safety - Patrol Division and Assistant Director of Public Safety-
Fire Operations, who shall be notified as to the route to be taken and the date of the
move
D. The Building division shall specify in the permit the route to be taken in the moving
of a building or structure, such means to be used to prevent the street pavement
from being subjected to abnormal stresses as may be deemed necessary by the
City Engineer, and the limit of time which such building or structure shall be upon
the streets or alleys.
E. No circuit or box of the city fire alarm shall be disturbed in any manner except with
the permission of the Assistant Director of Public Safety ~ Fire Operations.
F. No building or structure which is being moved upon or over any street, alley, or
property of the City shall be occupied as living quarters while such building or
structure is in transit.
G. No permit as required by this chapter shall be issued unless the applicant
demonstrates that he has adequate machinery, appliances, and equipment to safely
complete the proposed move. (Ord. 1631 924, 2005; prior code 9 9.20.120)
15.20.130 Responsibilities of Permit Holders
Every permittee under this chapter shall:
A. Move a building only over streets designated for such use in the written permit;
B. Notify the Building official or designee in writing of a desired change in moving date
and hours as proposed in the application;
C. Notify the Building official or designee in writing of any and all damage done to
property belonging to the City within twenty-four hours after the damage or injury
has occurred;
D. Cause warning lights to be displayed during the hours of darkness on every side of
the building, while standing on a street, in such manner as to warn the publiC of the
obstruction, and shall at all times erect and maintain barricades across the streets
in such manner as to protect the public from damage or injury by reason of the
moving or removal of the building;
E. Remove the building from the city streets after four days of such occupancy, unless
an extension is granted by the Director of Public Safety or designee;
F. Remove all rubbish and materials and fill all excavations to existing grade at the
original building site so that the premises are left in a safe and sanitary condition;
G. Properly disconnect all utilities, plug the sanitary sewer with a concrete plug, and
have the water department disconnect the water service. (Ord. 1631 925,2005;
prior code 9 9.20.130)
15.20.140 Moving Permit - Revocation Conditions
The Building official or designee is authorized and empowered to revoke any permit granted
under the terms of this chapter if it becomes known to him that the permittee is in any manner
failing to comply with the terms of this chapter, or when, in the opinion of the Building official or
designee, public convenience and safety require such revocation. (Ord. 1631 9 26, 2005; prior
code 9 9.20.140)
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Chapter 15.24
ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
15.24.010 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
The Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, published by the International
Conference of Building officials, provides a just, equitable, and practicable method to be
cumulative with and in addition to any other remedy provided by the building code, housing code,
or otherwise available at law Whereby buildings or structures in the city or its jurisdictional area
which from any cause endanger the life, limb, health, morals, property, safety, or welfare of the
general public or their occupants may be required to be repaired, vacated, or demolished. (Ord.
1389911,1994; Ord. 134791,1992; Ord. 128491,1989)
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Chapter 15.28
DEMOLITION CODE
Sections:
15.28.010 Title for Citation
15.28.020 Purpose and Scope of Provisions
15.28.030 Definitions and Interpretation of Language
15.28.040 Permit License and Insurance - Required
15.28.050 Permit - Issuance Approved When
15.28.060 Permit - Issuance Restrictions
15.28.070 Permit - Fee
15.28.080 Demolition Rubble Disposal Conditions - Fee Schedule
15.28.090 Responsibilities of Permit Holder
15.28.100 Permit - Performance Bond Requirements
15.28.110 Permit - Surety Bond Required When
15.28.120 Failure to Complete Demolition - Work Performed by City - Costs
15.28.130 Permit - Revocation Conditions
15.28.010 Title for Citation
This chapter shall be known as the "Demolition Code," may be cited as such, and will be
referred to herein as "this code." (Ord. 1631 9 27 (Part), 2005; prior code 9 14.24.010)
15.28.020 Purpose and Scope of Provisions
The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property,
and public welfare by regulating and controlling the methods and procedures for demolishing and
disposing of buildings and structures. (Ord. 1631 9 27(Part), 2005; prior code 9 14.24.020)
15.28.030 Definitions and Interpretation of Language
A. For the purpose of this code, certain terms, phrases, words, and their derivations
shall be construed as specified in this section. Words used in the masculine gender
include the feminine, and the feminine, the masculine.
S. "Building official" means the officer or designee charged by the Director of Public
Safety with the administration and enforcement of this code.
C. The words "municipality" or "city," whenever used in the code adopted in this
chapter, means the City of Bozeman. (Ord. 1631 927 (Part), 2005; prior code 99
14.24.030, 14.24.040, 14.24.050)
15.28.040 Permit License and Insurance - Required
A. Any person, firm, or corporation who engages in the business of building demolition
within the corporate city limits shall first obtain a demolition permit from the Building
official. At the time of application for the permit, the applicant shall present proof of
a valid City Business License.
S. Any person, firm, or corporation engaging in the business of building demolition
within the corporate city limits shall first provide proof of general liability insurance
in an amount acceptable to the City and which includes the City as an additional
insured.
C. A copy of the insurance policy shall be filed with the Building division and shall
release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Bozeman, its officers,
employees, agents, and assigns from and against any and all actions, claims,
liabilities, demands, or assertions of liability, causes of action, losses, costs, and
expenses including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees, involving or
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relating to any harm, injury, or damage, suffered or sustained, which in any manner,
may arise or be alleged to have arisen, or resulted, or alleged to have resulted, from
the demolition of the building or structure.(Ord. 1631 927 (part), 2005; prior code
9 14.24.060)
15.28.050 Permit - Issuance Approved When
If the applicant for a permit under this chapter is qualified and has the license and insurance
and has supplied the bond or cash equivalent as required elsewhere in this code, and in the
judgment of the Building official the building or structure can be demolished as contemplated, the
Building division shall issue a permit for the demolition except as provided in Section 15.28.060.
(Ord. 1631 9 27 (part); prior code 9 14.24.070)
15.28.060 Permit - Issuance Restrictions
The following restrictions and conditions shall be observed before the issuance of a permit
as required by this chapter:
A. No permit shall be issued to any person, firm, or corporation to demolish any
building or structure while any part thereof is occupied.
B. No permit as required by this chapter shall be issued unless the applicant
demonstrates that he has adequate machinery, appliances, and equipment to safely
complete the proposed demolition and disposal. (Ord. 1631 927 (part); prior code
9 14.24.080)
15.28.070 Permit - Fee
The applicant for a permit under this chapter shall pay a fee of $86.00 to the Building division
for the issuance of a demolition permit at the time of application. (Ord. 1631 9 27 (Part), 2005;
prior code 9 14.24.090)
15.28.080 Demolition Rubble Disposal Conditions - Fee Schedule
The permittee may deposit rubble at the Bozeman sanitary landfill site only after depositing
with the building official sufficient funds to provide for the disposal of the rabble based on the
following schedule:
Pickup trucks $ 6.00
3.5 yard trucks $10.00
6-1 0 yard trucks $15.00
11-14 yard trucks $20.00
15-19 yard trucks $25.00
20~25 yard trucks $30.00
(Prior code 9 14.24.100)
15.28.090 Responsibilities of Permit Holder
Every permittee under the chapter shall:
A. Remove all rubbish and waste materials and fill all excavations to existing grade at
the site so that the premises are left in a safe and sanitary condition;
B. Properly disconnect all utilities, plug the sanitary sewer with a concrete plug, and
have the water department disconnect the water service;
C. Notify the Building official, in writing, of any and all damages to public or other
property or persons within twenty-four hours after the damage or injury has
occurred. (Ord. 1631 927 (Part), 2005; prior code 914.24.110)
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15.28.100 Permit - Performance Bond Requirements
Every person, firm, or corporation applying for a demolition permit shall file with the City a
bond in the sum of two thousand dollars, conditioned that he will in good faith perform all work
required by the code and other applicable codes of the city, and shall release, defend, indemnify,
and hold harmless the City of Bozeman, its officers, employees, agents, and assigns from and
against any and all actions, claims, liabilities, demands, or assertions of liability, causes of action,
losses, costs, and expenses including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees, involving or
relating to any harm, injury, or damage, suffered or sustained which, in any manner may arise,
or be alleged to have arisen, or resulted, or alleged to have resulted from the work authorized
to be done pursuant to this code. Such bonds must be filed with the Building division. (Ord. 1631
9 27 (Part), 2005; prior code 9 14.24.120)
15.28.110 Permit - Surety Bond Required When
A. Every person, firm, or corporation applying for a demolition permit shall file with the
Building division a surety bond, in the sum of one hundred twenty-five percent of the
contract price issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in the
state, to insure that all work is completed in a proper and safe manner and in
accordance with all the provisions of this chapter. In no case shall the surety bond
be less than five thousand dollars.
B. Exception. The provisions of this section shall not apply to single-family residences,
garages, outbuildings, or customary accessory buildings or structures. (Ord. 1631
9 27 (Part), 2005; prior code 9 14.24.130)
15.28.120 Failure to Complete Demolition - Work Performed by City - Costs
If the permittee fails or refuses to complete the demolition authorized by this chapter within
a reasonable period of time, and, after ten days written notice having been given to the permittee
and owner, the City may proceed to have the necessary work completed, and may recover the
expense of such work from the surety bond required to be posted by Section 15.28.110. The
permittee shall be liable for any amounts not covered by the surety bond. (Ord. 1631 927 (Part),
2005; prior code 9 14.24.140)
15.28.130 Permit - Revocation Conditions
The building official is authorized and empowered to revoke any permit granted under the
terms of this chapter if it becomes known to him that the permittee is in any manner failing to
comply with the terms of this chapter, or, when, in the opinion of the building official, public
convenience and safety require such revocation. (Ord. 1631 9 27 (Part), 2005; prior code 9
14.24.150)
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Chapter 15.30
BUILDING CONSERVATION
Sections: 15.30.01 Uniform Code for Building Conservation
15.30.010 Uniform Code for Building Conservation
The Uniform Building Code for Building Conservation, published by the International
Conference of Building officials, encourages the continued use and reuse of legally existing
historic buildings and structures by providing the minimum standards for change of occupancy,
alteration, or repair of existing buildings and structures. (Ord. 1389 9 12, 1994, Ord. 1349 9 1,
1992)
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Chapter 15.32
SIGN CODE
Sections:
15.32.010 Document Adopted by Reference - Copies on File
15.32.020 Uniform Sign Code - Additions and Deletions
15.32.010 Document Adopted by Reference - Copies on File
A certain document, three copies of which are on file in the office of the building official of the
City of Bozeman, being marked and designated as "Uniform Sign Code, 1979 Edition, as
Published by the International Conference of Building officials," on file in the office of the building
official, is referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this chapter, save and
except such portions thereof as have been deleted, modified or amended in the aforementioned
official copies. (Ord. 1106 9 1, 1982; prior 9 14.16.010)
15.32.020 Uniform Sign Code - Additions and Deletions
A. Chapter 1. Add the following paragraphs to Section 103:
(e) License required. Any person or firm who engages in the business of
fabrication, installation, alteration, maintenance or repair of signs in the
City of Bozeman is required to have a city contractors license as required
by the license code of the City of Bozeman.
(f) Bond. The applicant for a sign contractors license shall file with the City,
a bond in the sum of two thousand dollars ($2,000) conditioned that he will
in good faith perform all things required of him by the laws of the City. Said
bond must be filed in the office of the building official for approval;
B. Chapter 3
1. Delete 303-3
2. Add the following section as follows:
Fee Schedule
Section 307
(a) Sign area not exceeding 35 square feet $15.00
(b) Sign area exceeds 35 square feet but
not exceeding 100 square feet $25.00
(c) Sign area exceeds 100 square feet but
does not exceed 200 square feet $35.00
(d) Sign area exceeds 200 square feet but
does not exceed 300 square feet $40.00
Signs larger than 300 square feet are not permitted.
(e) Signs or banners as described in Chapter 14,
Section 1402-C.
Plus removal deposit of $100 $10.00 .
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(f) Mobile or portable signs as described in Chapter
14, Section 1403 (monthly fee) $15.00
C. Chapter 4
Change Section 402 (c) to read as follows:
Ground signs may be constructed of any material meeting the
requirements of this Code.
Exception:
Small (not to exceed 30 square feet nor more than six feet in any
dimension and no more than six feet high) directory type ground
signs shall be constructed of heavy timber - two inch nominal
thickness lumber - if erected on private property and in such a
manner so as to maintain the proper sign distance required at
intersections by the Zoning Code of the City of Bozeman.
Combination signs, roof signs, wall signs, projecting signs, and
signs of marquees shall be constructed of noncombustible materials,
except as provided in Subsection (d) of this section. No combustible
materials other than approved plastics shall be used in the
construction of electric signs.
Exception:
Small flush mounted wall signs and projecting signs, not
exceeding fifteen square feet, constructed of heavy timber - two
inch nominal thickness lumber - may be approved by the City
Manager, or his designee, upon application showing:
1. Size of the sign;
2. Size and kind of material to be used;
3. Location of sign on the building; and
4. Evidence that such combustible sign will not significantly contribute to the
spread of conflagration;
D. Chapter 6. Add the following section as follows:
Height
Section 604
No pole sign shall be erected to a height exceeding forty feet (40')
above the ground, except, however, that pole signs within an area
lying not more than one thousand feet (1,000') at right angles to
the centerline of Interstate 90 may be erected to a maximum of
sixty feet (60');
E. Chapter 13. Add the fOllowing section as follows:
Limitations
Section 1303
1. There shall be no flashing of all elements simultaneously, or any flashing
effect which could be misconstrued as a traffic control device.
2. Revolving beacon lighted signs or beacon lights shall be prohibited.
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3. All electric signs shall be not less than ten feet above grade at the bottom
of the sign with the following exceptions:
a. Signs described in Chapter 14, Section 1403;
b. Enclosed plastic faced fluorescent signs that are on a GFI (ground
fault interrupter) electrical circuit and located on private property shall
be not less than three feet above grade at the bottom of the sign. No
portion of such sign shall project over or onto public property, public
right.of.way, or private street as approved by the City Commission;
F. Chapter 14. Add the following sections:
1. Section 1402-C. Clearance
Cloth signs (banners) may extend across a public street only by permission
of the City Manager, or his designated representative, and shall be subject
to all related laws and ordinances.
Temporary signs, other than cloth, when 8 feet or more above the
ground, may project not more than 6 inches over public property or beyond
the legal setback line.
2. Section 1402-D. Removal
A deposit of $100 shall be made with the Building official at the time the
permit is issued. Said deposit will be refunded to the permittee if the
temporary sign or banner is removed within one week from the last day of
the function for which the sign or banner was approved. If the banner is
not removed within one week the City of Bozeman will remove the banner
and the $100 deposit is therefore forfeited.
3. Section 1402-E. Commercial Advertising
Cloth signs (banners) extending across a public street, as provided in
Section 1402-C above, shall contain no commercial logos or advertising of
any kind.
4. Section 1402-F. Use of City Equipment
City equipment shall not be used to erect or remove banners except as
provided in Section 1402-D above or with special permission of the City
Manager.
5. Section 1403. Mobile (Trailer Type) or Portable Signs
Mobile (trailer-type) or Portable Signs that are commonly used as portable
advertising displays that are located so as to maintain the proper sight
distance required at intersections by the Zoning Code of the City of
Bozeman may be permitted providing they are in conformance with the
following requirements:
a. Owners or lesses of the above-type signs, whether new or
existing, must obtain a permit for said sign within thirty days of the
effective date of this ordinance. Permits shall be obtained
between the first and tenth of each month. Signs for which
permits have not been issued by the tenth of each month shall be
in violation of this chapter.
b. The permit shall be valid for no more than one month from date
of issue. Said sign may remain in the same location, however, a
new permit shall be obtained every month thereafter.
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c. Only one sign of this type shall be allowed per place of business
or single property.
d. Signs that are to be electrically connected must be in
conformance with the Electrical Code as adopted by the City of
Bozeman.
e. Signs will not be permitted on public property.
f. Signs larger than seven feet high by twelve feet long (84 sq. ft.)
will not be permitted.
g. Signs are to be placed at grade levels and may not be located on
roofs, portions of buildings, vehicles, or areas similar to those
listed.
h. Signs located within 150 feet of residential areas may not be
illuminated from 11 :00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The number of feet
occupied by public streets, roads, alleys, and other public ways
shall be excluded in determining the 150 foot requirements. (Ord.
1172 9 1, 1985; Ord. 1170 9 1, 1984; prior 9 14.20.020)
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Chapter 15.36
FIRE CODE
Sections:
15.36.010 Adoption by Reference of the Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Fire Code
Standards, and Administrative Rules
15.36.020 Violation - Penalty
15.36.010 Adoption by Reference of the Uniform Fire Code and Administrative Rules
A. The current edition of the NFPA 1 Uniform Fire Code (NFPA 1/UFC) together with
any supplements, adopted by the Fire Prevention and Investigation Bureau of the
Montana Department of Justice (or its successor), as set out in the Administrative
Rules of Montana, and as amended from time to time by the bureau, are adopted
by reference and incorporated in this chapter as if set forth in full, with the additions,
amendments, and deletions enumerated within the administrative rules, except as
may be noted in this chapter, by future administrative order, or by any regulations
not applicable to local government jurisdictions.
B. One copy of the current edition of the code shall be kept on file in the office of the
Clerk of the Commission of the City of Bozeman, 411 East Main Street, Bozeman,
Montana, and one (1) copy shall be kept on file in the office of the Bozeman Fire
Department, 34 North Rouse, Bozeman, Montana.
C. Any amendments adopted by the Fire Prevention and Investigation Bureau which
apply to local government jurisdictions, including the adoption of the latest editions
of the NFPA 1/UFC or applicable Administrative Rules of Montana, shall become
effective upon execution of an administrative order of the City Manager unless a
different effective date is specified in the administrative order.
D. A copy of the amendment notification and the corresponding new edition will be kept
in the office of the Clerk of the Commission, the Directory of Public Safety, and the
Bozeman Fire Department..
E. The NFPA 1/UFC and Administrative Rules of Montana, as adopted above, are
applicable within the city limits of Bozeman. (Ord. 1511 9 1,2000; Ord. 1443 9 1,
1997; Ord. 1370 9 1, 1993; Ord. 1305 9 1, 1990; Ord. 1208 9 1, 1986; prior code 9
13.04.010)
15.36.020 Violation - Penalty
Any person, firm, business, or corporation, who erects, constructs, reconstructs, enlarges,
alters, repairs, moves, improves, removes, converts, equips, uses, changes the use of, occupies,
or maintains any building or structure in violation of any provision of this code shall be guilty of
a misdemeanor criminal offense punishable by a fine not to exceed five hundred dollars or be
imprisoned in the county jail for any term not to exceed six months or both. Each day the violation
is allowed to continue shall be deemed a separate chargeable criminal offense.
Any damages caused or injuries sustained as a result of any violation of this chapter shall
be ordered paid as restitution as a part of any conviction for any violation.
The court may order the reimbursement of costs of enforcement, investigation, fire
suppression services, overtime, and prosecution related to a violation upon conviction. (Ord. 1511
92,2001; Ord. 130592, 1990)
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Chapter 15.37
FIRE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
Sections:
15.37.010 Creation
15.37.020 Membership - Meetings
15.37.010 Creation
The City Commission of the city shall appoint a fire code board of appeals, hereinafter
referred to as "board," and designate the board to determine the suitability of alternate materials
and types of construction under the Uniform Fire Code and to provide reasonable interpretation
of the Uniform Fire Code, as adopted by the City. (Ord. 1444 9 1 (part), 1997)
15.37.020 Membership - Meetings
A. The board shall consist of five members, appointed by the City Commission, who
are qualified by experience and training to pass upon pertinent matters. Each
member may be reappointed without limitation on the number of reappointments.
The Fire Chief, or his designee, shall be an ex officio member and shall act as
secretary of the board.
S. Initial terms of office shall be as follows:
one appointed for one year, two appointed for two years, and two
appointed for three years. Succeeding appointments shall be for a
period of three years.
C. Vacancies shall be filled in the same manner as original appointments for the
balance of the term remaining.
D. Persons of legal age may be appointed to the board. A majority of the board shall
be residents of the city. Nonresident members of the board shall live within the
zoning jurisdictional area and shall have some interest in the city by virtue of
working in the city, owning property in the city, or entering the city frequently for any
lawful purpose.
E. Members shall serve without compensation for their time and services.
F. Meetings of the board shall be conducted in accordance with all applicable roles
and regulations of the city and the minimum bylaw provisions adopted by the board
and approved by the Commission.
G. The board shall hear appeals not more than thirty days after filing thereof, and
render all decisions and findings, in writing, to the Fire Chief or his designee, with
a copy to the appellant.
H. Any expenses incurred must first be approved by the City Commission. (Ord. 1444
9 1 (part), 1997)
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Chapter 15.40
FIRE ZONES
Sections:
15.40.010 Fire Zones Create - Boundaries Described
15.40.010 Fire Zones Created - Boundaries Described
For the purpose of controlling and regulating the erection of buildings and other structures
within the corporate city limits and promoting and protecting the safety of persons and property
within the city from the hazard of fire, the entire City of Bozeman within its corporate limits is
created and established as a fire district divided into two zones, to be known and designated as
"Fire Zone Number One" and "Fire Zone Number Three," which are likewise created and
established, bounded, and described as follows:
A. The boundaries of Fire Zone Number One under this chapter are as follows:
Part 1
Beginning at the iron pipe marking the center of Section 12, Township
2 South, Range 5 East, said point also being the intersection of the
centerlines of West Babcock Street and South Eleventh Avenue;
thence westerly along the east-west one-quarter section line of said
Section 12, said line also being the centerline of West Babcock Street,
to the point of intersection of said centerline with the centerline of
West Main Street; thence easterly along the centerline of West Main
Street to the intersection of said centerline and the centerline of North
Twentieth Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of North
Twentieth to a point 323.12 feet south of the centerline of West Beall
Street; thence easterly parallel to and 323.12 feet distant southerly
from the centerline of West Beall Street, to the section line common
to Section 11 and 12; thence continuing easterly to the northwesterly
comer of Block 1, Kirk Second Subdivision; thence easterly along the
north line of said Block 1 to the southwest comer of Block 3 of said
subdivision; thence easterly along the southerly line of said Block 3 to
the northeast comer of said Block 3; thence easterly a distance of 30
feet to the centerline of North Fifteenth Avenue; thence southerly
along the centerline of North Fifteenth Avenue to the point of
intersection of said centerline and the centerline of West Main Street;
thence easterly along the centerline of West Main Street to the
north-south one-quarter section line of Section 12; thence northerly
along said one-quarter section line to a point, said point being the
point of intersection of said one-quarter section line and the centerline
of West Mendenhall Street extended; thence easterly along the
centerline of West Mendenhall to the point of intersection of said
centerline with the centerline of North Eighth Avenue; thence northerly
along the centedine of North Eighth Avenue to the point of intersection
of said centerline with the centerline of West Villard Street; thence
easterly along the centerline of West Villard Street to a point, said
point being the point of intersection of the centerline of West Villard
Street and the east line extended of Tract 13 of Durston Subdivision;
thence northerly along said east line and east line extended to the
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point of intersection of said east line extended and the centefline of
Durston Road; thence easterly along the centefline of Durston Road
to the point of intersection of said centefline with the centefline
extended of the alley of Block 1, Durston's Second Subdivision, said
point of intersection being 240 feet distant westerly from the centefline
of North Seventh Avenue; thence northerly parallel to and 240 feet
distant westerly from the centerline of North Seventh Avenue to the
point of intersection with the east.west one-quarter section line of
Section 1; thence westerly along the said one-quarter section line a
distance of 160 feet to a point 350 feet distant westerly from the
centerline of North Seventh Avenue, thence north 1 degree 16 minutes
30 seconds east a distance of 325 feet to a point; thence north 88
degrees zero minutes west a distance of 75 feet to a point; thence
north 1 degree 16 minutes 30 seconds east a distance of 300.84 feet
to a point; thence north 88 degrees zero minutes west a distance of
107.6 feet to a point; thence north 51 degrees 6 minutes west a
distance of 356.98 feet to a point; thence north 38 degrees 50 minutes
34 seconds east along the northwesterly property line of the Holiday
Inn to a point on the centerline of Baxter Lane, a distance of 555 feet;
thence southeasterly on and along the centerline of Baxter Lane to the
intersection of the centerline of North Seventh A venue; thence easterly
along the centerline of Baxter Road a distance of 217 feet to the point
of intersection with the east line of Westlake's Annexation; thence
southerly parallel to and 217 feet distant easterly from the centerline
of North Seventh Avenue to the southeast comer of Westlakes
Second Subdivision; thence across West Hemlock Street to the
centerline of the north-south alley in Block 4, North Seventh Addition;
thence southerly parallel to and 247 feet distant easterly from the
centerline of North Seventh Avenue to the north line of Shonkwiler's
Addition; thence easterly along the said north line of Shonkwiler's
Addition to the centerline of vacated North Sixth Avenue; thence
southerly along said centerline to the point of intersection of said
centerline and the centerline of West Short Street; thence westerly
along the centerline of West Short Street to the point of intersection of
said centerline and the centerline of the alley of Block 3, Violett
Addition; thence southerly along said alley centerline to the point of
intersection of said alley centerline and the centerline of West Villard
Street; thence easterly along the centerline of West Villard Street to
the point of intersection of the centerline of West Villard Street and the
centerline of North Fifth Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline
of North Fifth Avenue to the point of intersection of the centerline of
North Fifth Avenue and the centerline of West Beall Street; thence
westerly along the centerline of West Beall Street to the point of
intersection of said centerline and the west lot line extended of Lot 28,
Block E, Tracy's 3rd Addition; thence southerly along the west lot line
of Lots 28,24 and 10 of Block E of Tracy's 3rd Addition, across West
Lamme Street, continuing southerly along the west lot line of Lot 33,
Block E, Tracy's 2nd Addition and said lot line extended to the
centerline of the alley of Block E, Tracy's 2nd Addition; thence easterly
along the centerline of said alley to the point of intersection of said
centerline and the centerline of North Third Avenue; thence northerly
along the centerline of North Third Avenue to the point of intersection
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of said centerline and the centerline of West Lamme Street; thence
easterly along the centerline of West Lamme Street to the point of
intersection of said centerline and the centerline of North Grand
Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of North Grand Avenue
to the point of intersection of said centerline and the north lot line
extended of Lot 18, Block 4, Beall's 3rd Addition; thence easterly along
said lot line extended and the north lot line and lot line extended of Lot
7, Block 4, Beall's 3rd Addition to the centerline of North Willson
Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of North Willson Avenue
to the point of intersection of said centerline and the centerline of West
Villard Street; thence easterly along the centerline of West Villard
Street to the point of intersection of said centerline and the centerline
of North Tracy Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline of North
Tracy Avenue to the point of intersection of said centerline and the
centerline of East Lamme Street; thence easterly along the centertine
of East Lamme Street to the point of intersection of said centerline and
the centerline of North Rouse Avenue; thence southerly along the
centerline of North Rouse Avenue to the point of intersection of said
centerline and the centerline of East Mendenhall Street; thence
easterly along the centerline of East Mendenhall Street to the point of
intersection of said centerline and the centerline of North Broadway
Avenue; thence southerly along the centerline of North Broadway
Avenue to a point 150 feet northerly from the centerline of East Main
Street; thence easterly parallel to and 150 feet distant northerly from
the centerline of East Main Street to the east line of the Northern
Pacific Addition; thence southerly along said east line to the point of
intersection of the north line extended of the vacated alley of Block 16,
Northern Pacific Addition; thence westerly along said north line
extended to the west line of vacated Switzler Avenue; thence northerly
along said west line to the north line of the Marwyn Rearrangement;
thence westerly along said north line to the centerline of vacated
South Alysworth Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of
vacated South Alysworth Avenue to the point of intersection of said
centerline with the centerline of the vacated alley of Block 23, Northern
Pacific Addition; thence westerly along the centerlines of the alley of
Blocks 22 and 23 of Northern Pacific Addition to the point of
intersection of said centerline with the centerline of South Cypress
Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of Cypress Avenue to
the point of intersection of said centerline and the centerline of East
Main Street; thence westerly along the centerline of East Main Street
a distance of 51 0 feet more or less to a point; thence southerly parallel
to and 207 feet distant westerly from the centerline of Buttonwood
Avenue a distance of 355 feet more or less to the centerline of East
Babcock Street extended; thence westerly along the centerline of East
Babcock Street and said centerline extended to the point of
intersection of said centerline and the centerline of the north-south
alley of Block A, Harper's Addition; thence southerly along the
centerline of said alley to the point of intersection of the centerline of
the said alley and the centerline of the east-west alley of said Block A;
thence westerly along the centerline of said east-west alley and said
centerline extended parallel to and 180 feet distant southerly from the
centerline of East Babcock Street to a point in Block B, Black's
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Addition, said point being 151.5 feet west of the east block line and
150 feet south of the north block line of said Block B; thence southerly
parallel to and 151.5 feet distant westerly from said east block line to
the centerline of East Olive Street; thence westerly along the
centerline of East and West Olive Streets to the point of intersection
of the centerline of West Olive Street and the centerline of South
Fourth Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of South Fourth
Avenue to the point of intersection of said centerline and the centerline
of West Babcock Street; thence westerly along the centerline of West
Babcock Street to the point of intersection of said centerline and the
centerline of South Fifth Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline
of South Fifth Avenue to the point of intersection of said centerline and
the centerline of the alley in Block E, Story's Addition; thence westerly
along the centerline of said alley to the point of intersection of said
alley centerline and the centerline of South Seventh Avenue; thence
southerly along the centerline of South Seventh Avenue to the point
of intersection of said centerline and the centerline of West Babcock
Street; thence westerly along the centerline of West Babcock Street
to the point of intersection of said centerline and the centerline of
South Eighth Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of South
Eighth Avenue to the point of intersection of said centerline and the
centerline of the alley of Block F, Story's Addition; said point also being
168 feet north of the centerline of West Babcock Street; thence
westerly parallel to and 168 feet distant northerly from the centerline
of West Babcock Street to the north-south one-quarter section line of
Section 12; thence southerly along said one.quarter section line to the
center of Section 12, said point being the point of beginning.
Part 2
Beginning at the south one-quarter comer of Section 12, Township 2
South, Range 5 East; said corner also being the point of intersection
of the centerline of South Eleventh Avenue and the centerline of West
College Street; thence westerly along the centerline of West College
Street a distance of 180 feet; thence northerly parallel to and 180 feet
distant westerly from the centerline of South Eleventh Avenue a
distance of 290.4 feet; thence easterly parallel to and 290.4 feet
distant northerly from the centerline of West College Street a distance
of 150 feet to the east line of Block 24 of the West Side Addition;
thence southeasterly across South Eleventh Avenue to the northwest
corner of Lot 21, Block 52 West Park Addition; thence easterly along
the north lot lines of Lots 21 and 8, Block 52; thence continuing
easterly across South Tenth Avenue to the northwest comer of Lot 21,
Block 51 West Park Addition; thence easterly along the north lot lines
of Lots 21 and 8, Block 51; thence continuing easterly across South
Ninth Avenue to the northwest corner of Lots 21, Block 50, West Park
Addition; thence easterly along the north lines of Lots 21 and 8 of
Block 50; thence continuing easterly to the centerline of South Eighth
Avenue; thence northerly along the centerline of Eighth Avenue to the
point of intersection of said centerline and the centerline of West
Alderson Street; thence easterly along the centerline of West Alderson
Street to the point of intersection of said centerline with the centerline
of the alley of Block 49, West Park Addition; thence southerly along
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the centerline of the alley to the point of intersection of said alley
centerline to the centerline of West College Street; thence westerly
along the centerline of West College Street to the point of intersection
of said centerline and the centerline of South Eleventh Avenue; thence
southerly along the centerline of South Eleventh Avenue a distance of
thirty feet to the south one-quarter comer of Section 12 said point
being the point of beginning,
B. The boundaries of Fire Zone Number Three under this section are as follows:
All of the land within the city limits of Bozeman which are not included
within the boundaries of Fire Zone Number One. (Prior code 9
14.04.010)
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Chapter 15.44
EXCAVATIONS
Sections:
15.44.010 Permit Required for All Excavations
15.44.020 Excavation Without Permit Deemed Nuisance
15.44.030 Permissible Excavations Described - Permit Issuance Conditions
15.44.040 Violation - Penalty
15.44.010 Permit Required for All Excavations
It is unlawful for any person or persons, corporation, and/or association to excavate on any
lot, lots, or parcels of ground within the corporate limits of the city without having first applied for
and received a written permit to do so, issued and signed by the Director of Public Safety. (Prior
code 9 6.20.020)
15.44.020 Excavation Without Permit Deemed Nuisance
The excavation on any lot, lots, parcel, or parcels of ground within the city for which no permit
has been procured as hereinafter provided is defined and declared to be a nuisance. (Prior code
9 6.20.010)
15.44.030 Permissible Excavations Described - Permit Issuance Conditions
The Director of Public Safety shall have no authority to issue a permit for any excavation
below the grade established for sidewalks abutting any lot, lots, or parcel of land within the area
of any platted subdivision of the city, but this provision shall not be construed to prevent the
Director of Public Safety and/or building inspector from granting a permit for such excavation in,
and as a part of, a building and/or improvement permit for a basement, foundation, or other
excavation incidental to and a part of any building or other bona fide improvement to be made or
erected upon any such lot, lots, or parcel, of land within a platted subdivision. As to land within
the corporate limits of the city not included within a platted subdivision, no excavation shall be
made without a permit as herein provided, but the granting or withholding of such permit shall be
within the sound and reasonable discretion of the Director of Public Safety, subject to review by
the City Commission at any regular meeting thereof. (Prior code 9 6.20.030)
15.44.040 Violation - Penalty
Any person, persons, corporation and/or association and/or group of persons guilty of a
violation of this chapter shall be fined in any sum not exceeding three hundred dollars, and the
person and/or persons directly engaged in making such un-permitted excavation and the person,
persons, corporation, and/or association under and by whose direction and/or authority such un-
permitted excavation is made shall each and severally be deemed guilty of violating this chapter
and subject to the penalty herein provided. If such fine is not paid, the person upon whom it is
imposed shall serve it out in the city or county jail at the rate of one day for each two dollars
thereof. (Prior code 9 6.20.040)
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Chapter 15.48
OVERHEAD ELECTRICAL LINES
Sections:
15.48.010 National Electrical Safety Code Applicable
15.48.020 Chapter Provisions Do Not Affect Chapter 15.08
15.48.030 Location of Poles and Lines
15.48.040 Change of Pole Location - City Rights Reserved
15.48.050 Electric Wires - Climbing Space
15.48.060 Electric Wires - Space Between Crossarms - Exceptions - Primary Taps
15.48.070 Electric Wires - Crossarm Construction
15.48.080 Electric Wires - Bridge Arms
15.48.090 Electric Wires - Double Arms
15.48.100 Electric Wires - Guy Wires and Anchors
15.48.110 Electric Wires - Guy Insulation
15.48.120 Electric Wires - Guy Clearance
15.48.130 Electric Wires - Arc Lamps
15.48.140 Electric Wires - Wire Insulation
15.48.150 Electric Wires - Voltage Covered by Chapter
15.48.160 Electric Wires - Voltage Used for Street Railways Excepted
15.48.170 Signal Wires - Crossarms
15.48.180 Signal Wires - Climbing Space
15.48.190 Signal Wires - Guy Insulation
15.48.200 Signal Wires - Aerial Cable - Supports
15.48.210 Joint Use - Separation of Wires
15.48.220 Joint Use - Climbing Space and Crossarms
15.48.230 Joint Use - Guy Insulation
15.48.240 Joint Use - Climbing Space Where Lines Not Parallel
15.48.250 Construction - Pole Quality
15.48.260 Construction - Side Arms
15.48.270 Construction - Guy Wire Protection
15.48.280 Construction - Wire Crossings
15.48.290 Ground Wires and Cables Run Vertically - Protection from Damage
15.48.300 Generating and Substation Equipment - Logbook - Warning Signs
Required When
15.48.310 First-aid and Protective Devices Required Where
15.48.320 Air.gap and Oil-break Switches - Number of Electricians - Circuit-breaking
Devices
15.48.330 Fuse Requirements
15.48.340 Safety - Headroom, Guarding Passages, Grounding Wires
15.48.350 Safety - Manhole Openings - Surface Watchman
15.48.360 Fire and Police Signal Wires on Private Poles
15.48.370 Liability Limitations
15.48.380 Violation - Penalty
15.48.010 National Electrical Safety Code Applicable
Details of construction not specifically covered or made a part hereof shall be governed by
the rules laid down in the National Electrical Safety Code, Handbook Series of the Bureau of
Standards No.3, and each subsequent modifications as may be endorsed by said Bureau of
Standards. (Prior code 9 15.08.340)
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15.48.020 Chapter Provisions Do Not Affect Chapter 15.08
Nothing contained in this chapter shall be so construed as to repeal Chapter 15.08, or any
part thereof. (Prior code 9 15.08.380)
15.48.030 Location of Poles and Lines
A. Wherever possible, lines shall be erected in alleys. Lines shall be laid out, wherever
possible, so as to follow one side of the street or alley so that the number of street
crossings and corners shall be reduced to the minimum.
B. No poles, except ornamental light poles, shall be erected or maintained on the
following streets:
Main Street, between the east side of Wallace Avenue and the west
side of Fifth Avenue;
Mendenhall Street between the east side of Wallace Avenue, and the
west side of Fifth Avenue;
Babcock Street between the east side of Wallace Avenue, and the
west side of Fifth Avenue;
Except where necessary to maintain municipal lamps and service
wires.
C. New pole locations shall be made under the direction of the City Engineer and with
the approval of the City Commission.
D. Where double-pole lines are necessary for light and power and for signal wires on
one side of a street or alley, the construction shall be governed by the rules and
specifications governing joint pole line construction. (Prior code 9 15.08.010)
15.48.040 Change of Pole Locations - City Rights Reserved
The City expressly reserves the right to order and enforce the change of location of any and
all poles or appliances erected or maintained whenever the City Engineer orders any such
change of location, and such change of location shall be made at the expense of the person,
company, or corporation owning or using any such pole or appliance. (Prior code 9 15.08.360)
15.48.050 Electric Wires - Climbing Space
Any person, copartnership, or corporation owning or using any pole or appliance on which
is run, placed, erected, or maintained, in the city, any wire or cable used or to be used to conduct
or carry electricity for the purpose of light, heat, or power, shall provide and maintain an
unobstructed climbing space adjacent to any such pole or appliance so that persons shall be able
to ascend any such pole or appliance with reasonable safety and convenience up to and through
the wires, connections, attachments, and structures of any such pole or appliance; and in all such
cases where any buck or reverse arm is used, or where special construction is used, there shall
be provided and maintained an unobstructed climbing space not less than twenty-two inches
square, omitting the area of any such pole or appliance. (Prior code 9 15.08.020)
15.48.060 Electric Wires - Space Between Crossarms - Exceptions - Primary Taps
A. At least one standard pole gain, or the equivalent of four feet, shall be left vacant
between the nearest crossarm on which is placed or maintained any wire or cable
conducting or carrying more than four hundred and forty volts of electricity, and any
crossarm occupied by or used for wires or cables carrying four hundred and forty
volts or less.
B. The standard pole gain shall be spaced not less than twenty-four inches, center to
center, except that one buck or reverse arm may be placed not more than twelve
inches below any crossarm; provided, that this section shall be held not to apply to
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bridge construction; and further provided, that it shall be held not to apply to primary
taps to transformers on poles; and provided further, that all such primary taps
leading to transformers on poles shall be of double-braid, rubber-covered wire of at
least twenty-two hundred volts insulation. (Prior code 9 15.08.030)
15.48.070 Electric Wires - Crossarm Construction
All crossarms shall be made from clear, straight-grained wood, or standardized material. The
cross-section of wood arms shall be not less than three and one-half by four and one-half inches.
The pin spacing shall be, for six.pin arms, not less than thirty-inch center for pole pin spacing,
fourteen-inch side spacing, and five-inch end spacing; and four-pin arms not less than thirty-inch
center for pole pin spacing, fourteen-inch side spacing, and five-inch end spacing. (Prior code 9
15.08.040)
15.48.080 Electric Wires - Bridge Arms
Bridge arms having the same pin spacing as the standard crossarm and a cross-section of
not less than four by six inches may be installed in alleys or at alley and street intersections
wherever such construction may be proper to provide the necessary clearance for fire escapes
and other obstructions which may overhang the alley. All such structures shall be provided with
idle arm, or span wire, for use of workmen. (Prior code 9 15.08.050)
15.48.090 Electric Wires - Double Arms
Double arms, if of wood, shall be used at all line terminals, corners, and curves where there
is excessive strain. All double arms must be blocked and bolted in accordance with standard
practice. All poles on which wires are permanently dead.ended shall be double-armed. (Prior
code 9 15.08.060)
15.48.100 Electric Wires - Guy Wires and Anchors
All guy wires, when attached to poles, stubs, or other ungrounded supports, shall not reach
within eight feet of the ground. Guy anchors may be installed, or guy wires may be attached to
rocks or other grounded supports. (Prior code 9 15.08.070)
15.48.110 Electric Wires - Guy Insulation
Any guy wire attached to any pole or appliance on which is run, placed, erected, or main-
tained any wire or cable used to conduct or carry electricity for the purpose of light, heat, or
power, or used jointly with telephone, telegraph, or other signal wires, shall be permanently and
effectively insulated at all times by the insertion of at least two strain insulators. The upper of
these insulators shall be inserted in the guy so as to be at least six feet in a horizontal line from
the pole itself, and the second strain insulator shall be inserted in the guy so as to be not less
than eight feet in a vertical line from the surface. In short guys in which the two insulators are
required, and which will be located at the same points or near each other, two insulators may be
coupled in series and put into the guy together. All strain insulators shall be so constructed and
maintained that the guy wire or guy cable holding the insulator in place shall interlock in case of
failure or breakage thereof. The above shall not apply to railway electrification, where at least one
insulator shall be inserted in each end of every auxiliary cross-span and one in each auxiliary guy.
(Prior code 9 15.08.080)
15.48.120 Electric Wires - Guy Clearance
Guy wires shall be attached to poles so as to interfere as little as possible with workmen
climbing or working thereon. Every guy wire which passes either over or under an electric light
or power wire other than those attached to the guyed pole shall be 50 placed and maintained as
to provide a clearance of not less than three feet between the guy and any electric wire. (Prior
code 9 15.08.090)
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15.48.130 Electric Wires - Arc Lamps
No arc lamp shall be erected or maintained in the city on any pole or appliance unless such
arc lamp be so constructed and maintained as to be lowered to within six feet from the surface;
provided that this section shall not include arc lamps used for ornamental street lights attached
to iron pedestals or any arc lamp attached to buildings, poles, or other structures which do not
carry wire other than those feeding the lamp. (Prior code 9 15.08.100)
15.48.140 Electric Wires - Wire Insulation
The standard insulation, wherever insulation is used, for any wire or cable run, placed or
erected in the city and used to conduct or carry electricity for light, heat, or power, for all voltage,
shall have at least a triple-braided weaterproof cover. (Prior code 9 15.08.110)
15.48.150 Electric Wires - Voltage Covered by Chapter
All of the foregoing provisions of this chapter shall include current and voltage used for light,
heat, or power, not to exceed seventy-five hundred volts of electricity. (Prior code 9 15.08.120)
15.48.160 Electric Wires - Voltage Used for Street Railways Excepted
None of the provisions of Sections 15.48.050 through 15.48.070, inclusive, of this chapter
shall be held to apply to direct-current wire carrying nominally six hundred volts of electricity, and
used for street-railway purposes; provided, however, that an unobstructed climbing space not less
than twenty-six inches in a horizontal line shall at all times be provided and maintained. (Prior
code 9 15.08.130)
15.48.170 Signal Wires - Crossarms
All crossarms shall be made from clear, straight-grained wood, or standardized material. No
wood crossarm shall be used having a cross-section of less than three and one-quarter by four
and one.quarter inches, except where steel pins are used or where two-pin arms are used. The
standard pin spacing shall be not less than sixteen inches from center to center of pole pins.
(Prior code S 15.08.140)
15.48.180 Signal Wires - Climbing Space
A. Any person, company, or corporation, owning or using any pole or appliance used
exclusively for telephone, telegraph, or other signal wires shall provide and maintain
an unobstructed climbing space of not less than sixteen inches.
B. Whenever buck or reverse arms are used, an unobstructed climbing space shall be
left adjacent to the pole or appliance at least twenty inches square, omitting the area
of any such pole or appliance; any wire or cable attached to the pole in such
buck-arm construction, not less than forty inches from the nearest crossarm, shall
be held not to be an obstruction to the climbing space as herein provided. (Prior
code 9 15.08.150)
15.48.190 Signal Wires - Guy Insulation
In all cases where guy wires pass over, under, or between electric light, heat, or power wires,
they shall be permanently and effectively insulated at all times by the insertion of at least two
strain insulators. The upper of these insulators shall be inserted in the guy so as to be at least
six feet in a horizontal direction from the pole itself, and the second strain insulator shall be
inserted in the guy so as to be not less than eight feet from the surface in a vertical line. In short
guys in which the two insulators herein required would be located at the same point, or near each
other, two insulators may be coupled in series and put into the guy together. Anchor guys for
guying aerial cable leads shall be insulated from the messenger wires by being placed upon
separate shims or insulated as above specified. (Prior code 9 15.08.160)
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15.48.200 Signal Wires - Aerial Cable - Supports
All aerial cables having two hundred pairs of No. 19 B & S gauge copper wires, or four
hundred pairs of No. 22 B & S gauge copper wires, shall be supported by through bolts at least
five-eighths inch in diameter; at all railroad and high-tension crossings, grades, curves, and
corners, such cable shall be reinforced by a strap supported by a lag-screw or through bolts at
least one-half inch in diameter or other appliance of equal strength. (Prior code 9 15.08.170)
15.48.210 Joint Use - Separation of Wires
A separation of at least four feet, measured at the pole, shall be provided and maintained
between any telephone, telegraph, and other signal wires or cables, and electric light, heat, or
power wires carrying not to exceed four hundred and forty volts; provided, that when the
telephone, telegraph, or signal wires or cables are above the electric light, heat, or power wires
carrying a voltage in excess of four hundred and forty volts, the clearance shall be eight feet.
Telephone, telegraph, and other signal wires or cables shall preferably be run and maintained
below electric light, heat, and power wires or cable. In no case shall telephone, telegraph, or
other signal wires smaller than No. 12 N.B.S. gauge copper wire, or No. 12 B.W.G. iron wire be
run or maintained as lead wires above electric light, heat, or power wires; provided, that this shall
be held not to apply to telephone, telegraph, or signal wires used exclusively to maintain electric
light, heat, and power line. (Prior code 9 15.08.180)
15.48.220 Joint Use - Climbing Space and Crossarms
All telephone, telegraph, or other signal wires placed on poles jointly used for electric light,
heat, and power wires shall have an unobstructed climbing space of not less than twenty-six
inches. All telephone, telegraph, or other signal wires placed on poles jointly used for light, heat,
or power wires shall be placed and maintained on crossarms, except that brackets may be
maintained on one side of the pole not nearer than two feet below the lowest crossarm for the
purpose of carrying duplex wires or cables to distribute telephone, telegraph, or signal wires.
(Prior code 9 15.08.190)
15.48.230 Joint Use - Guy Insulation
All joint construction for wires or cable of different and conflicting voltage, as outlined in
section 15.48.220, shall be guyed in the same manner as specified for electric light, heat, and
power construction. (Prior code 9 15.08.200)
15.48.240 Joint Use - Climbing Space Where Lines Not Parallel
In all cases where there are two or more pole lines used for telephone, telegraph, or other
signal wires on the same side of any street, alley, or public highway, provided such lines are not
parallel on a horizontal plane, the crossarms shall have an unobstructed climbing space of not
less than twenty-six inches. (Prior code 9 15.08.210)
15.48.250 Construction - Pole Quality
Ail poles shall be of the best quality cedar or other standardized material, except poles
carrying one telephone circuit for rural or farmers' use. No pole shall be maintained which has
not sufficient strength to safely sustain itself when supporting wires are removed. (Prior code 9
15.08.220)
15.48.260 Construction - Side Arms
When necessary to avoid obstruction, a side or offset arm may be used. In all such cases,
a special arm of the same dimensions as the standard arm shall be used. This arm shall be
bored for pins and bolts and installed with an angle-iron brace. Wherever a transformer is used
on any such pole on which side-arm construction is used, an idle arm shall be provided. (Prior
code 9 15.08.230)
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15.48.270 Construction - Guy Wire Protection
Where guy wires installed on pUblic highways are subject to mechanical injury, they shall be
protected with a shield. This shield may consist of an iron pipe or a suitable wood shield, which
may be clamped on the guy itself. The guy shield shall extend from the anchor rod up to a height
of approximately seven feet. (Prior code 9 15.08.240)
15.48.280 Construction - Wire Crossings
Where wires used for power, heat, or light cross telephone, telegraph, or signal wires, or
where the abovementioned wires cross railroad tracks, the methods of future construction or
betterments, and hereafter all future electrical construction in the city not herein provided for, shall
conform to the national electrical code of the United States Bureau of Standards. This section
shall not be held to conflict with any of the specific provisions of this chapter. (Prior code 9
15.08.250)
15.48.290 Ground Wires and Cables Run Vertically - Protection from Damage
Any person, company, or corporation owning or using any poles or appliances for light, heat,
or power, or poles used jointly for light, heat, or power wires, and telephone, telegraph, and other
signal wires, on which are run any ground or vertical wires, shall cause all such wires, except
railway auxiliary negative taps, to be encased in a channel iron conduit or metal casing from the
ground to a point approximately seven feet above the ground, so as to protect any such wires
from mechanical injury, the remaining portion to be wholly encased in a casing equal in durability
and insulating efficiency to a wooden casing not less than one and one-fourth inches thick, except
that grounds for four hundred and forty volts or less, and railway auxiliary negative taps shall be
required to be encased down the pole to a point five feet below the lowest crossarm. All metal
casing shall be permanently and effectively grounded; provided, that this section shall be held not
to apply to wires or cables which lead from overhead to underground systems, except in case of
joint construction; and further provided, that it shall not apply to high-tension lines. (Prior code 9
15.08.260)
15.48.300 Generating and Substation Equipment - Logbook - Warning Signs Required
When
A. In every generating and substation used for light, heat, or power, there shall be kept
a logbook or record showing, the changes in the condition of operation, including
the starting and stopping of electrical supply equipment, the name of each foreman
or workman locally in charge of work, and all unusual occurrences and accidents.
B. The logbook or record shall be signed by the person in charge before being
relieved. He shall keep within sight an operating diagram or equivalent device,
indicating whether electrical supply circuits are open or closed, and where work is
being performed. On circuits carrying normally in excess of seventy-five hundred
volts, the operator in charge shall place liMen at Work" tags upon switches
controlling any circuits upon which men are known to be working, and it shall be his
duty to enforce the safety rules and permit only authorized persons to approach the
equipment or lines. (Prior code 9 15.08.270)
15.48.310 First~aid and Protective Device Required Where
There shall be provided in conspicuous and suitable places in electrical stations and shops
a suitable and sufficient supply of first-aid and protective devices, all of approved kinds and
qualities; the kinds and number of such devices will depend on the requirements of each case,
as may be from time to time prescribed by the State Industrial Accident Board. All such pre-
scribed devices shall be kept, when not in use, in their regular location and in good working order.
(Prior code 9 15.08.280)
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15.48.320 Air-gap and Oil-break Switches - Number of Electricians - Circuit-breaking
Devices
A. All circuits of four hundred and forty volts or more, where originating or terminating
in any enclosure or building, or used for underground, shall be provided with air-gap
switches or other approved devices; if any of the above circuits are of seven and
one-half kilowatts or more capacity, they shall in addition be provided with an
oil.break switch, or other approved device which will safely open the circuit under
the load.
S. There shall be no less than two experienced electricians employed on any work or
maintenance to be performed on any electrical wires or equipment connected
therewith carrying nominally six hundred volts or more; provided, however, that this
shall not apply to the operation of electrical equipment, nor in cases of emergency.
C. Direct-current feeders of two hundred and fifty volts or over shall be protected by
approved circuit-breaking devices. (Prior code 9 15.08.290)
15.48.330 Fuse Requirements
All fuses shall be enclosed, or expulsion-type, or meet other approved National Electrical
Code standards. (Prior code 9 15.08.300)
15.48.340 Safety - Heardroom, Guarding Passages, and Grounding Wires
A. Where necessary, all forms of electrical apparatus shall be effectively grounded for
the protection of persons.
S. Wherever wires or conductors are installed within enclosures or buildings, in and
about switchboards and other appliances where conductors are run, placed, or
erected, a clear headroom of six and one-half feet above the floor or surface must
be maintained, or the wires shall be effectively guarded. All apparatus, passages,
manways, and other places where persons may enter into must be protected with
efficient guards in accordance with standard practice; provided, this shall not be
held to apply to electrical machinery and auxiliary devices carrying six hundred volts
or less.
C. When lines or wires carrying seventy-five hundred volts or more are disconnected
from their source of power, for work to be performed thereon, said lines or wires
shall be effectively grounded for the protection of workmen. (Prior code S 15.08.310)
15.48.350 Safety - Manhole Openings - Surface Watchman
A. The openings to outer air for any manhole used for light, heat, or power shall be
circular in shape, and shall not be less than twenty-four inches in diameter.
S. The opening to outer air for any manhole used for telephone, telegraph, or other
signal wires shall be circular in shape, and shall be not less than twenty inches in
diameter.
C. Whenever persons are working in any manhole, whose opening to the outer air is
less than three feet from the rail of any railway track, a watchman or attendant shall
be stationed on the surface at the entrance of such manhole at all times while work
is being performed therein. (Prior code 9 15.08.320)
15.48.360 Fire and Police Signal Wires on Private Poles
Any person, company, or corporation owning or using any pole or appliance on which is run,
placed, erected, or maintained in the city, and any wire or cable used to conduct or carry
electricity, shall at all times, when so requested by the authorities of the city, permit the City to
occupy and use any pole or appliance for its fire and police signal wires without cost, provided
wires are maintained by the City. (Prior code 9 15.08.330)
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15.48.370 Liability Limitations
Nothing contained in this chapter shall be deemed or construed to relieve any person, firm
or corporation owning, operating, or installing any electrical apparatus from liability for damage
to any person injured by the construction, installation, insulation, or operation of the same. (Prior
code S 15.08.350)
15.48.380 Violation - Penalty
A. Any person or persons, company, or corporation violating any of the provisions of
this chapter shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine in any sum not
exceeding three hundred dollars or by imprisonment in the city jail not to exceed
ninety days or by both such fine and imprisonment.
B. Any court assessing a fine under the provisions of this chapter shall provide in its
judgment that if the fine be not paid, the defendant or defendants shall serve one
days imprisonment for each two dollars of such fine unpaid; provided, that no
violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be held to arise or exist by
reason of the temporary location of any wire or pole or cable or crossarm while the
same is being actually run, placed or erected. (Prior code 9 15.08.370)
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Chapter 15.52
TRAILER CAMPS AND AUTO COURTS
Sections:
15.52.010 Definitions
15.52.020 Permit Required - Application, Fee, and Issuance Conditions
15.52.030 Camping on City Property - Permit Required
15.52.040 Camp Cars and Trailers - Use Restrictions
15.52.050 Caretakers, Supervision, and Sanitary Requirements
15.52.060 Register to Be Kept - Inspection Requirements
15.52.070 Water Supply
15.52.080 Refuse and Sewage Disposal
15.52.090 Protection Against Fires
15.52.100 Drainage Requirements
15.52.110 Space and Layout Requirements for Dwellings and Driveways
15.52.120 Building Construction and Maintenance
15.52.130 Chapter Provisions Not Exclusive
15.52.140 Violation - Penalty
15.52.010 Definitions
For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms shall be construed to have the meaning
herein given:
A. "Approved" means whatever material, workmanship, method, appliance,
construction, or other matter which meets the requirements of this chapter and the
approval of the department charged with the administration and enforcement of this
chapter.
S. "Auto court" means any multiple dwelling or group of dwellings, other than bungalow
courts, hotels, or apartment houses which is designed or intended for the temporary
residence of motorists or travelers. The term "auto court" also includes "auto camp"
and "tourist camp."
C. "Bungalow court" means a group of separate dwellings facing directly on a common
court, place, or street.
D. "Camp car and/or trailer" means any unit used for living or sleeping purposes and
which is equipped with wheels or similar devices used for the purpose of
transporting said unit from place to place, whether by motive power or other means.
E. "Persons" means any person, partnership, corporation, or association.
F. "Public camp" means an approved area, lot, or parcel of land regularly used or
intended regularly to be used for temporary camping in tents or other portable
shelters; provided, however, that an occasional and temporary use of an area, lot,
or parcel of land for camping by a single camping party shall not be construed as
a public camp within the meaning of this chapter. (Prior code 9 14.12.010)
15.52.020 Permit Required - Application, Fee, and Issuance Conditions
A. No person shall construct, establish, maintain, or operate an auto court, bungalow
court or public camp, or cause or permit the same to be constructed, established,
maintained, or operated in the city without a permit to do so from the City
Commission. Application for such a permit shall be in writing and shall state the
extent and character of the proposed accommodations and camping spaces
provided for. The application shall be presented to the City Commission,
accompanied by a fee of five dollars. The Commission shall not grant any permit
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for the construction or establishment of an auto court, bungalow court, or public
camp in any location where such auto court, bungalow court, or public camp is not
allowed by the provisions of Title 18 of this code, commonly known as the Zoning
Ordinance.
B. Upon the approval of such application by the City Commission, the permit applied
for shall be granted. After the permit has been issued, complete plans and
specifications for the construction of such auto court, bungalow court, and/or public
camp shall be submitted to the health department and the building department of
the city. If such plans and specifications meet with the requirements of this chapter
and other applicable ordinances of the city, the health department shall place a
stamp of approval thereon and the Building Inspector shall then issue a building
permit for the construction of the buildings shown thereon. The building permit fees
shall be the same as required for other like structures erected in the city. A
separate building permit shall be required for each separate building or structure
erected in such auto court, bungalow court, and/or public camp. (Prior code 9
14.12.020)
15.52.030 Camping on City Property - Permit Required
It is unlawful for any person to camp on any property belonging to or under the control of the
city without having first secured from the City Manager a written permit so to do. Such camping
permits may be issued by the City Manager upon such terms and conditions and for such periodS
of time as in his judgment shall be proper and shall be revocable by him at any time. (Prior code
S 14.12.030)
15.52.040 Camp Cars and Trailers - Use Restrictions
A. It is unlawful to permit wastewater or material from sinks, showers, or other fixtures
in camp cars or trailers to be deposited on any street, alley, auto court, public camp,
or upon any lot within the corporate limits of the city.
B. Sinks, showers, or other similar fixtures in camp cars or trailers, when in use, must
be connected to some approved disposal system in a manner acceptable to the
health officer and the director of public safety.
C. A camp car and/or trailer having its running gear, wheels, or other equipment
designed for the transportation of such vehicle from one location to another
removed, or blocked up, or otherwise made stationary and in use for living quarters
shall be classed as a dwelling, and as such be subject to all the provisions of the
building chapters of the code. (Prior code 9 14.12.040)
15.52.050 Caretakers, Supervision, and Sanitary Requirements
A. All auto courts, bungalow courts, and public camps shall be provided at all times
with a resident caretaker whose duty shall be to enforce all sanitary rules and
regulations and see that no part of this chapter is violated. The management of
every auto court, bungalow court ,and/or public camp shall assume responsibility
for maintaining in good repair and operation all sanitary appliances on the premises.
Dogs shall at no time be turned loose or be permitted to run at large on such
premises.
B. Supervision and equipment sufficient to prevent littering of the ground with rubbish,
garbage, or other refuse shall be provided and maintained. Fly-tight metal
depositories with tight-fitting covers for such materials shall be provided and
conspicuously located. Each and every dwelling and/or camping space shall be
within a distance of not over one hundred feet from such depository. Said
depositories shall not be permitted to become foul-smelling, unsightly, or breeding
places for flies. (Prior code 9 14.12.050)
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15.52.060 Register to Be Kept - Inspection Requirements
A. It shall be the duty of the management or caretaker to keep a record of all patrons,
including each individual of a camping party. The record shall be in the form of a
hotel registry. The registry shall specify the date of arrival, and in the event the
patron or camping party is traveling by means of an automobile, the register shall
further specify the name of the owner of the automobile, the make of the
automobile, the state in which the automobile is registered, the number of the
license thereof, and the year of its issuance. The register shall at all times be open
for inspection to all police officers of the city.
B. Each and every auto court and public camp must be thoroughly inspected by the
City Health Officer. (Prior code 9 14.12.060)
15.52.070 Water Supply
A water supply of pure, sanitary quality shall be provided in ample quantity to meet all
requirements, the water to be furnished and available through an approved pipe-distribution
system leading directly from the city watermains or other approved source. Water-supply faucets
shall be located not more than two hundred feet from any camping space; also, a water service
pipe shall be installed for supplying water to each separate apartment, dwelling, or bungalow, and
in each separate apartment of any multiple-apartment dwelling. (Prior code 9 14.12.070)
15.52.080 Refuse and Sewage Disposal
A. All garbage, waste, and refuse shall be promptly and entirely removed from the
premises as required by the City Health Officer. A sufficient number of approved
incinerators shall be provided for burning all combustible rubbish.
B. All auto courts, bungalow courts, and public camps shall be provided with a
complete approved sewerage or other approved disposal system. Water-flushed
water closets shall be provided and maintained in clean, sanitary condition. In those
parts of the city where pUblic camps are permitted, such camping spaces shall be
provided with approved community toilets. Separate toilets shall be provided for
men and women, located in separate compartments, the entrances to which shall
be not less than ten feet apart. One water closet and one lavatory or sink shall be
provided for each ten women, or fraction thereof of the maximum number of
individual persons up to the capacity of any public camp; and one shower shall be
provided for each twenty persons, or major fraction thereof, up to such capacity.
Twenty-five percent of the required water closets for men may be substituted by
approved urinals or approved equivalent. One shell or lip urinal or twenty.four
inches of urinal trough may be computed as one water closet. The location of all
toilets shall be plainly indicated by approved signs. All toilets shall be screened
fly-tight and be well illuminated both day and night. All toilets, showers. and/or
washroom floors shall be constructed of concrete, tile, or equal material properly
drained and connected to the sewer system. All toilets, showers, and/or washroom
walls and partitions shall be impervious to moisture. All toilets and water closets
shall be provided with at least one washbasin approved by the health officer and
kept and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
c. A sufficient number of approved cast iron enameled slop sinks shall be provided,
and each shall be connected with the sewerage or other approved disposal system,
these sinks to be used for the disposal of domestic wastewaters only. (Prior code
9 14.12.080)
15.52.090 Protection Against Fires
No fires shall at any time be so located as to endanger automobiles or other property. No
fires shall be left unattended at any time, and all fires shall be completely extinguished before
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leaving. No campfires will be permitted excepting in approved, allotted public camps having
approved camping spaces. (Prior code 9 14.12.090)
15.52.100 Drainage Requirements
The area, lot, or tract of land upon which any auto court or public camp is located or
maintained shall be well drained and properly graded so as to prevent stagnant water or muddy
conditions. (Prior code 9 14.12.100)
15.52.110 Space and Layout Requirements for Dwellings and Driveways
The space or unit in a public camp allotted to each camping party shall contain not less than
three hundred sixty square feet of ground area. All dwellings shall be located on a space of not
less than eighteen feet by twenty feet. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to modify or
dispense with the court and yard requirements for apartments or dwellings as required by any
other ordinances of the city. All dwellings and camping spaces shall be arranged in rows facing
on a continuous driveway at least twenty-five feet wide. For the purposes of computing the
number of persons to be accommodated in any auto court, campground, or other such location
as provided in this chapter, each three-hundred-sixty-square-foot area shall be required for three
persons. (Prior code 9 14.12.110)
15.52.120 Building Construction and Maintenance
A. All buildings shall comply with all requirements for such structures as provided
herein and/or in Chapter 15.04. It is unlawful to prepare or cook food in any
bathroom, toilet room, closet, garage, or any room used for sleeping purposes. All
required windows, doors, and similar openings must be fully protected with screens.
No kitchen shall have less than twelve square feet of window area. All windows
shall be constructed so that at least half of each window can be opened. Each
building shall be provided with approved means of lighting the same at night. This
applies to all rooms, kitchens, baths, toilets, halls, stairs, garages, etc.
S. All floors shall be permanently located above the ground as the BUilding Inspector
shall require, and space underneath shall be kept free from obstruction. The
flooring proper shall be constructed of tongue-and-groove material. Interior walls
shall be plastered or constructed of surfaced lumber or other material that may
easily be kept clean. Each building shall be cleaned daily and after each occupancy
shall be thoroughly cleaned. If bedding is provided, it must be kept in a clean and
sanitary condition. (Prior code 9 14.12.120)
15.52.130 Chapter Provisions Not Exclusive
Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to conflict in such a way as to modify or amend any
of the requirements of Chapter 15.04, but is to be deemed supplemental thereto for the special
purposes set out herein. (Prior code 9 14.12.140)
15.52.140 Violation - Penalty
A. Any person, as defined herein, who violates any of the provisions of this chapter or
fails to comply with any order or regulation made thereunder or who operates or
maintains an auto court or bungalow court or builds, constructs, or makes
alterations in violation of any part of this chapter shall, upon conviction thereof, be
punishable by a fine of not exceeding three hundred dollars or by imprisonment for
not less than ten days and not more than ninety days or by both such fine and
imprisonment.
S. Every such person as defined in this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a separate
offense for each and every day any provision of this chapter is violated. (Prior code
914.12.130)
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