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PURPOSE: APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 11 ELECTRICAL CODE
OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH MUNICIPAL CODE
INITIATED BY: CITY INSPECTION SERVICES DIVISION
A GENERAL ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH AMENDING CHAPTER 11
ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE OSHKOSH MUNICIPAL CODE
The Common Council of the City of Oshkosh do ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. That Chapter 11 Electrical Code of the Oshkosh Municipal Code is
hereby amended to read as shown on the attachment to this ordinance.
SECTION 2. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage, and publication.
SECTION 3. Publication Notice
Please take notice that the City of Oshkosh enacted ordinance #19-435 AMEND CHAPTER
11 ELECTRICAL CODE (A GENERAL ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF OSHKOSH
AMENDING CHAPTER 11 ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE OSHKOSH MUNICIPAL
CODE) on July 23, 2019. Per state law, municipalities may no long impose registration,
licensing or certification requirements on electrical contractors, electricians, or electrical
inspectors. The amended ordinance removes reference to the City Electric Licensing and
Examining Board as well as local City electrical licensing requirements.
The full text of the ordinance may be obtained at the Office of the City Clerk, 215 Church
Avenue and through the City's website at www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us. Clerk's phone:
920/236-5011.
City lir
Oshkosh
TO: Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Amy Vanden Hogen, Assistant City Attorney
DATE: July 1, 2019
RE: Amend Chapter 11 Electrical Code of the City of Oshkosh Municipal Code
BACKGROUND
Previously, under the City of Oshkosh Municipal Code, an Electrical Licensing and Examining
Board was established and no person or business could perform electrical work in the City
without receiving a license/certificate issued by the City.
Pursuant to Wis.Stat.§101.681,and effective April 1,2014,municipalities may no longer impose
any registration, licensing, or certification requirements on electrical contractors, electricians, or
electrical inspectors.
ANALYSIS
To comply with the new statutory requirements, Chapter 11 of the City of Oshkosh Municipal
Code has been updated to remove reference to the Electrical Licensing and Examining Board as
well as remove reference to local licensure/certification requirements.
In addition, a clarifying sentence has been added to Section 11-13 and Section 11-15 has been
removed to align with current practice of the Inspections Division.
Filed along with this memo is a copy of the red-lined version of all proposed changes.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no anticipated fiscal impact to the proposed ordinance as it is an update to an existing
ordinance and brings the City into compliance with current statutory provisions.
City Hall,215 Church Avenue P.O.Box 1130 Oshkosh,WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Council adopt the proposed ordinance.
Respectful) Submitted, Approved:
Amy den Hogen U Mark A. Rohloff
Assistant City Attorney City Manager
City Hall,215 Church Avenue P.O.Box 1130 Oshkosh,WI 54903-1130 920.236.5000 http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us
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CHAPTER 11
ELECTRICAL CODE
ARTICLE I. ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS
11-1 RESERVED—Repealed (Definitions)
11-2 NATIONAL AND STATE ELECTRICAL CODES ADOPTED
11-3 SCOPE OF PROVISIONS
11-4 ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
11-5 RESERVED
11-6 RESERVED
11-7 RESERVED
11-8 INTERPRETATIONS OF CODE BY INSPECTOR
11-9 RESERVED
11-10 RESERVED
11-11 RESERVED
11-12 RESERVED
11-13 INSPECTION PROCEDURE
11-14 RIGHT OF ENTRY
11-15 RESERVED—Repealed (Obstruction of Inspections)
11-16 INSPECTOR IS NOT LIABLE
11-17 CITY IS NOT LIABLE
11-18 LIABILITY OF OTHER CRAFTS
11-19 RESERVED—Repealed (Electrical License and Examining Board)
11-20 RESERVED—Repealed (Duties of Board)
11-21 RESERVED—Repealed (Suspension and Revocation of License)
11-22 RESERVED—Repealed (Licenses and Certificates for Electricians Required)
11-23 RESERVED—Repealed (Classification of Certificates and License)
11-24 RESERVED—Repealed (Application for Certificates and Fees)
11-25 RESERVED—Repealed (Applicants for Class 1 certificates.)
11-26 RESERVED—Repealed (Class 2 Application& Electrician Qualifications)
11-27 RESERVED—Repealed (Application for Type C Electrical Contractors' License)
11-28 RESERVED—Repealed (Application for Type M Electrical Maintenance License)
11-29 RESERVED—Repealed (Dual License Prohibited)
11-30 RESERVED—Repealed (Application for Type S License)
11-31 RESERVED—Repealed (Provisions Applicable to All Electrical Certificates)
11-32 PERMITS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK REQUIRED
11-33 APPLICATION FOR PERMITS
11-34 RESERVED—Repealed (Optional Arrangement for Type M Licensee)_
11-35 ISSUANCE OF PERMITS
11-36 WORK WITHOUT PERMITS
11-37 LAPSE OF PERMIT
11-38 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED
11-39 PERMIT FEES
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11-40 AUTHORIZATION FOR ELECTRIC SUPPLY REQUIRED
11-41 RESERVED
11-42 RESERVED
11-43 RESERVED
11-44 UNSAFE OR ILLEGAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
11-45 SEIZURE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
11-46 RESERVED-Repealed (Installation requirements.)
11-47 RESERVED
11-48 RESERVED
11-49 RESERVED
11-50 SERVICES
11-51 RESERVED
11-52 TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
11-53 PRE-EXISTING USE
11-54 MULTIPLE DWELLINGS; HALLWAY ILLUMINATION
11-55 RESERVED
11-56 RESERVED
11-57 PENALTIES
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ARTICLE I. ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS
SECTION 11-1 DEFINITIONS
(A) All licenses and certificates referred to in this Code shall be those issued or approved by the State
of Wisconsin.
SECTION 11-2 NATIONAL AND STATE ELECTRICAL CODES ADOPTED
The provisions of Ch. 101, Subchapter IV, of the Wisconsin Statutes and Chapters PSC 114 and SPS 305
and 316 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code are adopted and fully incorporated into this Code by
reference, except as to penalties contained therein. It is intended that all modifications, amendments,
recodification and renumbering of the foregoing provisions as may occur from time to time shall likewise
be immediately adopted and fully incorporated into this Code by reference. Any act prohibited by any
of the foregoing provisions is prohibited by this Municipal Code. In the event that any of the provisions
of this code, whether incorporated by reference or enumerated hereinafter, are in conflict, it is intended
that the more restrictive provisions shall be applicable and enforced.
SECTION 11-3 SCOPE OF PROVISIONS.
(A) Regulated Use
The regulations of this chapter shall apply to the supply of electricity and to all sales, rentals,
leases, uses, installations, alterations, repairs, removals, renewals, replacements, disturbances,
connections, disconnections, and maintenance of all electrical materials, wiring, conductors,
fittings, devices, appliances, fixtures, signs and apparatus, or parts thereof, or attachments
therefore hereafter referred to as electrical equipment which are intended to be, or are, within,
on,under, over, or near, all buildings, structures, equipment and premises, except as provided in
the following subsection.
(B) Exceptions
The Permit and Inspection provisions of this chapter will not apply to the following:
(1) Installations described in 90-2(b) of the National Electric Code.
(2) Any work involved in the manufacturing or testing of electrical equipment or apparatus.
(3) Any work associated with:
(a) The repair of plug connected electrical appliances or devices.
(b) Permanently connected electrical appliances or devices which have been electrically
and mechanically disconnected and separated from all sources of electrical supply
by an electrical licensee.
The opening of switches or the blowing or removal of fuses shall not be considered
as electrical or mechanical disconnections or separation.
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(4) Manufacturing machinery and specific processing equipment as defined in ss. 70.11(27).
SECTION 11-4 ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
(A) Enforce Electrical Code
It shall be the duty of the Electrical Inspector and Deputy Electrical Inspector to enforce the
provisions of this Chapter and such other duties as may be imposed upon him from time to time
by the City Manager.
(B) Report to Ci , Manager
It shall be the duty of said Electrical Inspector to make a monthly report to the City Manager.
Permit fees shall be remitted each week to the City Treasurer.
(C) Keep Record
The Electrical Inspector shall keep a record of all electrical permits.All records may be destroyed
after ten (10) years.
SECTION 11-5 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-6 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-7 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-8 INTERPRETATIONS OF CODE BY INSPECTOR
The Electrical Inspector shall have the discretion to fully interpret this ordinance, provided such
interpretation does not conflict with state law.
SECTION 11-9 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-10 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-11 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-12 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-13 INSPECTION PROCEDURE
(A) Notification to Inspector
Upon the completion of any installation, alteration or replacement of electrical equipment which
requires a permit, it shall be the duty of the licensee or other authorized person making the
installation, alteration or replacement, to notify the Electrical Inspector who shall inspect the
installation, alteration or replacement as soon thereafter as practicable. When an installation has
been satisfactorily completed the Electrical Inspector shall issue a certificate of approval to the
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person authorized to receive it, if requested.
(B) Inspection of Electrical Equipment
When any electrical equipment requiring a permit is to be concealed by the placement of parts of
the building (including removable wall or ceiling panels) or parts of the equipment, the electrical
equipment shall not be concealed by any authority until it has been inspected and approved by
the Electrical Inspector, unless otherwise approved by the Electrical Inspector. On installations
where concealment of electrical equipment proceeds continuously, the licensee or other
authorized person installing the electrical equipment shall give the Electrical Inspector due notice
and inspection shall be made periodically during the progress of the work. Concealment of
electrical work before inspection shall constitute a violation of this Article.
(C) When the installation is ready for inspection, the contractor, owner or agent shall make such
arrangements as necessary to enable the inspector to inspect all parts of the electrical system.
SECTION 11-14 RIGHT OF ENTRY
The Electrical Inspector,or Deputy,shall have the authority to enter at reasonable times all buildings and
premises and all parts thereof in order to make an inspection, reinspection, observation, examination or
test of the electrical equipment or wiring contained therein or thereon, to enforce the regulations of this
ordinance, provided however, that no inspection shall be made without a warrant, in the event that the
occupant of the premises shall fail to give his consent to such inspection.
SECTION 11-15 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "OBSTRUCTION OF INSPECTIONS").
SECTION 11-16 INSPECTOR NOT LIABLE
In all cases where any action is taken by the Electrical Inspector to enforce the regulations of this chapter
such action shall be considered as done in the name of and on behalf of the City, and the said Electrical
Inspector in so acting for the City shall not be held liable for any damage that may accrue to persons or
property as the result of any such action or act committed in the discharge of their duties,and any lawsuit
or action brought against said Electrical Inspector by reason thereof shall be defended by the City
Attorney of the City until final termination of the proceedings contained therein.
SECTION 11-17 CITY NOT LIABLE
This Code shall not be construed to relieve or lessen the responsibility or liability of any person supplying
electricity to, or selling, renting, leasing, owning, using, operating, controlling, installing, altering,
repairing, removing, replacing, disturbing, connecting, disconnecting or maintaining, any electrical
equipment, for damages to persons or property caused by any defect therein or therefrom;nor shall the
City be held as assuming any such responsibility or liability by reason of the issuance or revocation, of
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any license,permit or certificate,or the inspection or re-inspection authorized by this Code,or by reason
of the approval or disapproval or any electrical equipment,sales,rentals, drawings,plans, specifications,
materials, samples, test reports, literature, information or schedules authorized in this Code; nor shall
the City be held liable for any damages resulting from the enforcement of this Code.
SECTION 11-18 LIABILITY OF OTHER CRAFTS
(A) Persons associated with crafts other than electrical and functioning in their native pursuits shall
in no way alter the character of an electrical installation by the placement of materials or
equipment in too close proximity, by concealment, by making inaccessible, or in any way
affecting said approved electrical installation so as to render it in violation of this Code. Exception
to the provisions of this Section shall be permitted where special written approval is obtained
from the Electrical Inspector and the person owning or occupying the affected premises.
(B) Violation of the provisions of this Section not only constitutes a violation of this Code but also
makes the offender liable for costs associated with construction necessary to remedy the electrical
installation so as to meet with Code approval.
SECTION 11-19 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "ELECTRICAL LICENSE AND
EXAMINING BOARD").
SECTION 11-20 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "DUTIES OF BOARD").
SECTION 11-21 RESERVED (Repealed-Formerly "SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF
LICENSE").
SECTION 11-22 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES FOR ELECTRICIANS REQUIRED
No person or business shall install, alter, repair, remove, renew, replace, disturb, connect, disconnect or
maintain any electrical equipment or accept any payments therefor in the City unless such a person has
a license as required by Section 101.862 of the Wisconsin statutes.
SECTION 11-23 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "CLASSIFICATION OF CERTIFICATES
AND LICENSES").
SECTION 11-24 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATES
AND FEES").
SECTION 11-25 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "APPLICANTS FOR CLASS 1
CERTIFICATES")
SECTION 11-26 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "CLASS 2 APPLICANT& ELECTRICIAN
QUALIFICATIONS").
SECTION 11-27 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "APPLICATION FOR TYPE C
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS' LICENSE").
SECTION 11-28 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "APPLICATION FOR TYPE M
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE LICENSE").
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SECTION 11-29 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "DUAL LICENSE PROHIBITED").
SECTION 11-30 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "APPLICATION FOR TYPE S LICENSE").
SECTION 11-31 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO ALL
ELECTRICAL CERTIFICATES").
SECTION 11-32 PERMITS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK REQUIRED
Except as provided in Section 11-3(B), no electrical equipment shall be installed, altered, renewed,
replaced or connected without first procuring a permit therefor, providing,however, that in emergency
cases or special situations wherein the nature or extent of a job is indefinite, the permit application may
be temporarily withheld,but the Division of Inspection Services must be notified of this situation as soon
thereafter as possible.
Exceptions:
1. Low voltage Installations in 1 &2 Family Dwellings shall not require a permit.
2. Reconnection of existing power supplies to replacement heating plants, water heaters and other
appliances.
3. No permit shall be required for the repair, removal, disturbance or disconnection of any existing
electrical equipment or the renewal or replacement of any existing branch lighting circuit
switches, sockets, or receptacles.
SECTION 11-33 APPLICATION FOR PERMITS
An individual that is in compliance with the licensing requirements of Section 101.862 of the Wisconsin
statutes desiring a permit as required by this article shall file with the Electrical Inspector an application
for such permit in writing on a form furnished for such purpose. Such application shall describe and
enumerate the electrical equipment to be installed and shall give other reasonable information as may be
required by the Division of Inspection Services and when required shall be accompanied by further
information as regulated in Section 11-40.
SECTION 11-34 RESERVED (REPEALED -Formerly "OPTIONAL ARRANGEMENT FOR TYPE
M LICENSE").
SECTION 11-35 ISSUANCE OF PERMITS
(A) Conditions Upon Which Permit Granted
If upon examination it is found that the information on the application is complete, the Electrical
Inspector shall issue a permit providing that the licensee agrees and expressly states that he is
fully capable, and in possession of knowledge and ability to design, lay out, install, alter, or
replace the work designated in the application in accordance with the regulations of this chapter
and with all other laws and ordinances pertinent thereto and will install electrical equipment as
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described in the application for a permit in a safe,legal and workmanlike manner.
(B) Compliance With Other Provisions of Code Required
The issuance of any permit or the serving of any notice shall not preclude compliance with all
ordinances or other laws relating to occupancy and use, construction or zoning.
(C) Restriction On Permits
No other electrical work shall be done except work as described in the application for permit.
SECTION 11-36 WORK WITHOUT PERMIT
(A) Inspector To Order Disconnection
When any work is begun on the installation, alteration, or replacement of any electrical
equipment without first obtaining a permit therefor as herein required, the Electrical Inspector
shall have the power and authority to disconnect or order to be disconnected any such equipment,
and to stop work until a permit has been procured.
(B) In addition to the foregoing, a fee plus the permit fee amount or double the permit fee,whichever
is greater shall be assessed, but the payment of such fees shall not relieve any person from fully
complying with all of the regulations of this chapter, nor from any other penalties prescribed in
this Code. Fees shall be determined according to the inspection fee schedule and will be
established by resolution.
SECTION 11-37 LAPSE OF PERMIT
(A) Six (6) Month Time Lapse
When any electrical work for which a permit has been issued is not started within six (6) months
from the date of the issuance of the permit, or if after starting there is a cessation of such work of
more than six (6) months, then said permit shall lapse and be void, and no electrical work shall
be begun or resumed until a new permit is obtained and the fees as prescribed in Section 11-41
are paid therefore.
(B) No Refund of Fees
No refund of any permit fees paid into the City Treasury shall be made, except by action of the
Common Council.
SECTION 11-38 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED
At the time of the issuance of a permit the Electrical Inspector may require the manufacturer, owner,
installer, or user of electrical equipment to submit plans (drawings), data, and specifications, schedules
or literature, information, materials, samples or test as may be necessary to determine the fitness of
equipment for safe installation and use.
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SECTION 11-39 PERMIT FEES
(A) Payment of Fees
(1) Upon the issuance of a permit by the Electrical Inspector and before such permit shall be
in effect, the applicant shall pay to the Electrical Inspector of the City a fee or fees.
(2) The fees referred to in this section and other sections of this article shall be established by
the governing body and may from time to time be modified by resolution. A schedule of
the fees established by the governing body shall be available for review in the
administering authority office, Room 205 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue, Oshkosh,
Wisconsin.
(B) Number of Inspections for Each Permit
(1) The number of inspections per permit to be allowed without further charge shall be based
upon the type or value of the improvement, or other approved criteria. Additional fees
for each unnecessary inspection shall be charged for additional inspections due to Code
violations or other valid reasons.
(2) The fees referred to in this section and other sections of this article shall be established by
the governing body and may from time to time be modified by resolution. A schedule of
the fees established by the governing body shall be available for review in the
administering authority office, Room 205 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue, Oshkosh,
Wisconsin.
(C) Misrepresentation of Fees
It shall be unlawful for any person to misrepresent the amount charged by the City for permit
fees or to misrepresent the amount of value of job on a permit.
SECTION 11-40 AUTHORIZATION FOR ELECTRIC SUPPLY REQUIRED
It shall be unlawful for any person to make any connection from any source or supply of electricity or to
supply electricity to any electrical equipment for which a permit is required, or which has been
disconnected by the Electrical Inspector, until a certificate or authorization has been issued by the
Electrical Inspector authorizing the connection and use of such equipment.
SECTION 11-41 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-42 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-43 RESERVED.
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SECTION 11-44 UNSAFE OR ILLEGAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
(A) Notice to Owner;Failure to Comply
When the Electrical Inspector finds any electrical equipment to be unsafe or dangerous to persons
or property, the person owning or using such electrical equipment shall be notified in writing by
the Electrical Inspector to remove or cause to be removed or to make any changes or repairs as
determined by the Electrical Inspector so as to restore such electrical equipment to a safe
condition. Failure to comply with such notice within the time specified in such notice shall be
sufficient cause for the Electrical Inspector to disconnect or order the discontinuance of electrical
service to said electrical equipment or to cause the arrest of such person owning or using such
electrical equipment.
(B) Emergency Situations
In any case of emergency affecting the safety of persons or property, or where electrical
equipment interferes with the work of the Fire Department, or where electrical equipment is not
installed in conformity with the regulations of this chapter,the Electrical Inspector shall have the
authority to disconnect immediately or cause the removal or disconnection of any such electrical
equipment.
(C) Inspector to Attach Official Notice to Disconnect Equipment
When the Electrical Inspector disconnects or causes to be disconnected electric current from
electrical equipment,he shall attach an official notice,tag,lock or seal to such electrical equipment
to prevent the use of electricity. It shall be unlawful for any unauthorized person to detach such
official notice,tag,lock,seal or to break open,change,remove,destroy,tear,alter,mutilate,cover,
or otherwise deface or injury any such official notice, tag, lock or seal.
SECTION 11-45 SEIZURE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
(A) Seizure By Inspector
The Electrical Inspector shall have the power and authority and he is hereby authorized to seize
and take possession of any electrical equipment or materials or parts thereof or attachments
therefore which,in his opinion,are dangerous to life and property or which is suspected or found
by him to have been the cause of any fire, accident, injury, or fatality, and to retain possession of
same for the purpose of making an investigation,examination, of for official evidence.
(B) Return of Equipment At Request of Owner
After such electrical equipment or materials, in the possession of the Electrical Inspector, have
served their purposes, and an official report and record thereof has been made, such electrical
equipment or materials shall be returned to the owner, provided said owner requests in writing
its return within ninety (90) days from the date of seizure.
(C) Disposal of Seized Equipment If No Request by Owner Made
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If no such request is made, such equipment or materials may be destroyed or disposed of.
SECTION 11-46 RESERVED (Repealed 3/28/06-formerly "INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS").
SECTION 11-47 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-48 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-49 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-50 SERVICES
(A) Damaged Service
(1) In the event of damage to an electrical service, whether by storm, deterioration,
vandalism, or other causes, all electrical service, 60 Amperes or less shall be replaced with
a minimum of 100 Ampere service.
(2) At the time of service change, the wiring of the dwelling shall also be brought up to at
least the requirements of the Minimum Housing Code. (See Chapter 16 of this Code.)
(3) Failure to comply with this Section shall result in the disconnection of the electrical service
as provided in Section 11-44 of this Code.
SECTION 11-51 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-52 TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
The Electrical Inspector may grant special permission, for a limited period of time,for the installation or
use of temporary electric wiring or equipment which does not conform with the regulations of this
chapter. The person installing such wiring or equipment shall be directed and legally responsible and
accountable for the safe condition of the installation at all times, and its complete removal at the end of
the fixed temporary period as set by the Electrical Inspector or any time sooner when ordered by the
Electrical Inspector. Carnivals, circuses, theatrical acts, and exhibitions and all places of temporary
outdoor assembly are included in the provisions of this paragraph and all electric wiring and equipment
associated herewith shall be installed, maintained and operated in a safe and workmanlike manner. All
such wiring and equipment shall be isolated from the public by proper elevation or guarding and all
electric switches and fuses shall be installed in approved enclosures. Cable laid on the ground or areas
traversed by the public shall be buried in trenches or protected by covers approved by the Electrical
Inspector.
SECTION 11-53 PRE-EXISTING USE
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Existing electrical equipment which does not conform to the regulations of this chapter but which was
lawfully installed prior to the passage of this chapter may be continued in use only if maintained in a
safe condition. Providing,however, that in multiple occupancy residential buildings or in single family
rental homes, sufficient convenience outlets and adequate supply must be provided by the property
owner as per the City of Oshkosh Minimum Housing Code.
SECTION 11-54 MULTIPLE DWELLINGS: HALLWAY ILLUMINATION
It will hereafter be mandatory that the owner,or owners,of multiple family dwellings, consisting of four
(4) apartments or more, or rooming houses with six (6) or more rooms, shall be required to furnish
hallway, stair and exit illumination, twenty-four (24) hours per day which will have an average light
intensity of one (1') foot candle when measured four (4) feet from the floor.
SECTION 11-55 RESERVED
SECTION 11-56 RESERVED
SECTION 11-57 PENALTIES
Any person convicted of a violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be punished by a
forfeiture of not less than Seventy-five Dollars($75.00)for the first conviction,not less than One Hundred
Twenty-five Dollars ($125.00) for the second conviction for violations of any provision of this chapter
and not less than Two Hundred Twenty-five Dollars ($225.00) for the third or subsequent conviction for
violating any provision of this chapter,nor more than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) together with the
costs of prosecution and in default of payment thereof by imprisonment for not exceeding sixty(60) days.
Each day of violation shall constitute a separate offense.
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CHAPTER 11
ELECTRICAL CODE
ARTICLE I. ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS
11-1 PEFINTTlnxTc,RESERVED—Repealed (Definitions)
11-2 NATIONAL AND STATE ELECTRICAL CODES ADOPTED
11-3 SCOPE OF PROVISIONS
11-4 ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
11-5 RESERVED
11-6 RESERVED
11-7 RESERVED
11-8 INTERPRETATIONS OF CODE BY INSPECTOR
11-9 RESERVED
11-10 RESERVED
11-11 RESERVED
11-12 RESERVED
11-13 INSPECTION PROCEDURE
11-14 RIGHT OF ENTRY
11-15 RESERVED—Repealed (Obstruction of Inspections -RUCTION R CTION OF !NSPEr� S,
11-16 INSPECTOR IS NOT LIABLE
11-17 CITY IS NOT LIABLE
11-18 LIABILITY OF OTHER CRAFTS
11-19 RESERVED—Repealed (Electrical License and ExaminingBoard
oard)
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11-20 RESERVED—Repealed (Duties of B)ard TTTAc n� un A r1r,
11-21 RESERVED — Repealed (Suspension and Revocation of License)ST P Q A"P
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11-22 RESERVED — Repealed (Licenses and Certificates for Electricians Required)LT E�
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11-23 RESERVED — Repealed (Classification of Certificates and License)C A SSIFIC A TION OF
(-'ET1TTT4 A TES A NP 1 T(-'ENSE
11-24 RESERVED — Repealed (Application for Certificates and Fee s)n�121 IC A TIQN FQV
11-25 RESERVED—Repealed (Applicants for Class 1 certificates.)
11-26 RESERVED —Repealed (Class 2 Application & Electrician Qualifications)CLASS 2 APPLICANT
& El E -141CI A N (lT T A T TTT( A TT(1T�TC
11-27 RESERVED —Repealed (Application for Type C Electrical Contractors' License)A42121 TCli A TION
FOR T)42E C E T CT-14 A l CONTRACTORS,CTORS, 1 T(-'T�'I� SE
=z �,�--crccr-�.n�
11-28 RESERVED—Repealed (Application for Type M Electrical Maintenance License)A n1n1 TC A TION
F,014 44 PE A C ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE LICENSE
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11-29 RESERVED—Repealed (Dual License Prohibited)
1l1 T A 1 1 1(-'ENSE PROWIRIT-FID
11-30 RESERVED—Repealed (Application for Type S License -A 12121 IC A TIQN Fnn 41y12E c 1 1rNcE
11-31 RESERVED — Repealed (Provisions Applicable to All Electrical Certificates)12120AL1c1nN
z-�A 1 12121 ( A R1 E TO ALL ELECTRICAL A l (-'ERT_1T�'1( A TES
11-32 PERMITS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK REQUIRED
11-33 APPLICATION FOR PERMITS
11-34 RESERVED — Repealed (Optional Arrangement for Type M Licensee_Ozn41
ARRANGEMENT TKO T)4PE N4 1 1(-'T�'I�TCT�U
—c
11-35 ISSUANCE OF PERMITS
11-36 WORK WITHOUT PERMITS
11-37 LAPSE OF PERMIT
11-38 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED
11-39 PERMIT FEES
11-40 AUTHORIZATION FOR ELECTRIC SUPPLY REQUIRED
11-41 RESERVED
11-42 RESERVED
11-43 RESERVED
11-44 UNSAFE OR ILLEGAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
11-45 SEIZURE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
11-46 RESERVED—Repealed(Installation requirements.)
11-47 RESERVED
11-48 RESERVED
11-49 RESERVED
11-50 SERVICES
11-51 RESERVED
11-52 TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
11-53 PRE-EXISTING USE
11-54 MULTIPLE DWELLINGS; HALLWAY ILLUMINATION
11-55 RESERVED
11-56 RESERVED
11-57 PENALTIES
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ARTICLE I. ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS
SECTION 11-1 DEFINITIONS
(A) All licenses and certificates referred to in this Code shall be e4Y-those issued or approved by the
Electrical r;--- - a+id &Eafnining ua r- f d Qt)), Re-i )+ -- State C,, Hof
Wisconsin.
Class 1 Master- Qec-t ; is 's Cer- f - t F Qual f - t; r
Class 2 M.,i t,»-a -e c,,pe-vise-'s Ce-4 - t of Qualific-a4en.
Class 3 jo - �,+n r >~le ,tr a '. er-4 ; - t of Qualif4c-atian.
T-��pe 1\4 Electrical(-'o t- to-'s T ;
Bear-El of doe Qt)�or tl-�i�tati1
SECTION 11-2 NATIONAL AND STATE ELECTRICAL CODES ADOPTED
The provisions of See4enCh. 101, Subchapter IV, 4447.�of the Wisconsin Statutes ^7^tiro t t>,
r-egt+lations of iv -4ig ofand Chapters PSC 114 and SPS 305 and 316 of the Wisconsin Administrative
Code_ known as fl4e "
National Electric- Code and tl4e National >~ eEt ; Safet�C-ode, a-REI SPS 305.40—BPS 305.45, cn�62
electrical ins ect^rs _,,a master- e!ec-tr46a+is7 are adopted and fully incorporated into this Code by
reference, except as to penalties contained therein. It is intended that all modifications, amendments,
recodification and renumbering of the foregoing provisions as may occur from time to time shall likewise
be immediately adopted and fully incorporated into this Code by reference. Any act prohibited by any
of the foregoing provisions is prohibited by this Municipal Code. In the event that any of the provisions
of this code, whether incorporated by reference or enumerated hereinafter, are in conflict, it is intended
that the more restrictive provisions shall be applicable and enforced.
SECTION 11-3 SCOPE OF PROVISIONS.
(A) Regulated Uses
The regulations of this chapter shall apply to the supply of electricity and to all sales, rentals,
leases, uses, installations, alterations, repairs, removals, renewals, replacements, disturbances,
connections, disconnections, and maintenance of all electrical materials, wiring, conductors,
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fittings, devices, appliances, fixtures, signs and apparatus, or parts thereof, or attachments
therefore hereafter referred to as electrical equipment which are intended to be, or are, within,
on,under,over,or near, all buildings,structures,equipment and premises, except as provided in
the following subsection.
(B) Exceptions
The License, Permit and Inspection provisions of this chapter will not apply to the following:
(1) Installations described in 90-2(b) of the National Electric Code.
(2) Any work involved in the manufacturing or testing of electrical equipment or apparatus.
(3) Any work associated with:
(a) The repair of plug connected electrical appliances or devices.
(b) Permanently connected electrical appliances or devices which have been electrically
and mechanically disconnected and separated from all sources of electrical supply
by an electrical licensee.
The opening of switches or the blowing or removal of fuses shall not be considered
as electrical or mechanical disconnections or separation.
(4) Manufacturing machinery and specific processing equipment as defined in ss. 70.11(27).
(4) Low Voltage install tio+w
SECTION 11-4 ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
(A) Enforce Electrical Code
It shall be the duty of the Electrical Inspector and Deputy Electrical Inspector to enforce the
provisions of this Chapter and such other duties as may be imposed upon him from time to time
by the City Manager.
(B) Report to City Manager
It shall be the duty of said Electrical Inspector to make a monthly report to the City Manager.
Permit fees shall be remitted each week to the City Treasurer.
(C) Keep Record
(1) The Electrical Inspector shall keep a record of all electrical permits.
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(2) Recar-Els of electrical per-mits issued, licensee applications, examination 19aper-s a
electrical examining boafd aefivifies shall be pe-rpetuate All records may be destroyed after ten
(10) years.
SECTION 11-5 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-6 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-7 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-8 INTERPRETATIONS OF CODE BY INSPECTOR
The Electrical Inspector shall have the discretion to fully autl4er-i-; to r^r El^r interpretations this
ordinance, provided such interpretation does not conflict with state law.
---- a -- - - --_ r-elat4ng to the Electrical Licensing and -- - - ---
SECTION 11-9 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-10 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-11 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-12 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-13 INSPECTION PROCEDURE
(A) Notification to Inspector
Upon the completion of any installation, alteration or replacement of electrical equipment which
requires a permit, it shall be the duty of the licensee or other authorized person making the
installation, alteration or replacement, to notify the Electrical Inspector who shall inspect the
installation, alteration or replacement as soon thereafter as practicable. When an installation has
been satisfactorily completed the Electrical Inspector shall issue a certificate of approval to the
person authorized to receive it, if requested.
(B) Inspection of Electrical Equipment
When any electrical equipment requiring a permit is to be concealed by the placement of parts of
the building (including removable wall or ceiling panels)or parts of the equipment,the electrical
equipment shall not be concealed by any authority until it has been inspected and approved by
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the Electrical Inspector, unless otherwise approved by the Electrical Inspector. On installations
where concealment of electrical equipment proceeds continuously, the licensee or other
authorized person installing the electrical equipment shall give the Electrical Inspector due notice
and inspection shall be made periodically during the progress of the work. Concealment of
electrical work before inspection shall constitute a violation of this Article.
(C) When the installation is ready for inspection, the contractor, owner or agent shall make such
arrangements as necessary to enable the inspector to inspect all parts of the electrical system.
SECTION 11-14 RIGHT OF ENTRY
The Electrical Inspector,or Deputy,shall have the authority to enter at reasonable times all buildings and
premises and all parts thereof in order to make an inspection, reinspection, observation, examination or
test of the electrical equipment or wiring contained therein or thereon, to enforce the regulations of this
ordinance, provided however, that no inspection shall be made without a warrant, in the event that the
occupant of the premises shall fail to give his consent to such inspection.
SECTION 11-15 RESERVED
(REPEALED-Formerly OBSTRUCTION OF=INSPECTIONS"L
Of a+l�� a+',El all ObStFUC-60+1S iRC-44ding latI4, plaster-, lumber-, bear-Els, par-46ens and to break all seals and
open all Eloar-s, Nvindows, loc-ks, latches and c-atc-14es for- 44e pur-pase of gaffiiing access to and inspec-tia
of electrical equipment
SECTION 11-16 INSPECTOR NOT LIABLE
In all cases where any action is taken by the Electrical Inspector
Electrical Examiner-s to enforce the regulations of this chapter such action shall be considered as done in
the name of and on behalf of the City, and the said Electrical Inspector OF m^mb^r of 44e -90 a m so
actinngoR for the City shall not be held liable for any damage that may accrue to persons or property as
the result of any such action or act committed in the discharge of their duties, and any lawsuit or action
brought against said Electrical Inspector, ^r m^mber-s of 44e Baaf47 by reason thereof shall be defended
by the City Attorney of the City until final termination of the proceedings contained therein.
SECTION 11-17 CITY NOT LIABLE
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This Code shall not be construed to relieve or lessen the responsibility or liability of any person supplying
electricity to, or selling, renting, leasing, owning, using, operating, controlling, installing, altering,
repairing, removing, replacing, disturbing, connecting, disconnecting or maintaining, any electrical
equipment, for damages to persons or property caused by any defect therein or therefrom;nor shall the
City be held as assuming any such responsibility or liability by reason of the issuance or revocation, of
any license,permit or certificate,or the inspection or re-inspection authorized by this Code,or by reason
of the approval or disapproval or any electrical equipment,sales,rentals, drawings,plans,specifications,
materials, samples, test reports, literature, information or schedules authorized in this Code; nor shall
the City be held liable for any damages resulting from the enforcement of this Code.
SECTION 11-18 LIABILITY OF OTHER CRAFTS
(A) Persons associated with crafts other than electrical and functioning in their native pursuits shall
in no way alter the character of an electrical installation by the placement of materials or
equipment in too close proximity, by concealment, by making inaccessible, or in any way
affecting said approved electrical installation so as to render it in violation of this Code. Exception
to the provisions of this Section shall be permitted where special written approval is obtained
from the Electrical Inspector and the person owning or occupying the affected premises.
(B) Violation of the provisions of this Section not only constitutes a violation of this Code but also
makes the offender liable for costs associated with construction necessary to remedy the electrical
installation so as to meet with Code approval.
SECTION 11-19 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly_ "ELECTRICAL LICENSE AND
EXAMINING BOARD").
SECTION 11-20 RESERVED (REPEALED-Formerly "DUTIES OF BOARD").
SECTION 11-21 RESERVED (Repealed-Formerly "SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF
LICENSE").
SECT10N 'I 1 1 Q E1 E( T-Ri( A T 14CENSE A NP EX A NUMNG BOA
TJTI
ac-tivity sl4al be ide f.,
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T1 e Qt; , A++.,,. e,. 44A act as legal adviser-fee-04e Bear-El.
(4) For- par-poses of estab44�g stagger-ing terms E)f appointment, d4e 444a! appointments Made
two member-_ being appointed--- _-. - J __- __--___
S CT ON 44 29 P1 TTT>~c OF BO A RP
(A) Mnn+;
j
it 44A be 44e Elut)�E)f 04e Bear-El tE) C-Effldt+Et at least two (2) meetings eac-14��ear, Q44er- meetings ma)�be
14eld at an)� t4me at 44e Elisc-r-etien of 44e Boar-El. Suc-14 meetings 44A be for- 44e par-pose Of Eonsidef-i+lg
it sl4all be 44e Elut�� of 44e Bear-El to c-empile examina&)n questions fer- each class of c-er-44c-ate a
questions_ ___ being _- -- _--. in respect to _____ ____- -____
1- � __- ------_ O-_-__-_- - r
ti
/ /
Regolar-examinations 44A be 14eld at least twic-e a��ear-but special examinations c-an be 14eld at an)�time
+14., Boar-El se anc-rnns
an��member-the Bear-El selec-ts.
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(A) Upon c-wnplainc-e b��44e Electrical inspec-ter-E)r-b��a4klavit fr-am odwr-per-sons, and after-14
E)r-for-an��atlwr-good and s446ent c-ause,b)�an aff4r-mative vote of fet+r-(4)member-s of d4e Bear-El.
jet
SECTION 11-22 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES FOR ELECTRICIANS REQUIRED
No person or business shall install, alter, repair, remove, renew, replace, disturb, connect, disconnect or
maintain any electrical equipment or accept any payments therefor in the City Nvitl4aut first 14^v ing
unless
such a person has a license as required by Section 101.862 of the Wisconsin statutes.:
--- --- - Per-sons -_- -=- --- _- - and - -=
errr-enti-e _- Beginning Electricians and -- --king as r-- tided in -- -_(- ) -- (-) are exempt
fr-em this c-t
r
PE) 14elp f- v, . tlw- 44a members ere of 14is immediate family. Win. V;lege , i 1,
r ___-- -_--_ ___-- - ---_._ -_- - __-_--J - Any r -_-___ root- -p-__
stipulation
so
SECTION 11-23 RESERVED (,REPEALED—Formerly "CLASSIFICATION OF CERTIFICATES
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AND LICENSES").
SECTION 11-24 RESERVED (REPEALED—Formerly_ "APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATES
AND FEES").
SECTION 11-25 RESERVED (REPEALED—Formerly_ "APPLICANTS FOR CLASS 1
CERTIFICATES")
SECTION 11-26 RESERVED (REPEALED—Formerly_ "CLASS 2 APPLICANT& ELECTRICIAN
QUALIFICATIONS").
SECTION 11-27 RESERVED (REPEALED—Formerly "APPLICATION FOR TYPE C
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS' LICENSE").
SECTION 11-28 RESERVED (REPEALED—Formerly "APPLICATION FOR TYPE M
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE LICENSE").
SECTION 11-29 RESERVED (REPEALED—Formerly "DUAL LICENSE PROHIBITED").
SECTION 11-30 RESERVED (,REPEALED—Formerly "APPLICATION FOR TYPE S LICENSE" .
SECTION 11-31 RESERVED (REPEALED—Formerly "PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO ALL
ELECTRICAL CERTIFICATES").
SE TT0N 44 23 CLASSIFICATION OF CERTIFICATES A NP LICENSES
s f. s
(A) Class 4 Master- Qe-tr- - a 's Certificate of Q ali -afie,,
(C) Class 3 je .,,e y a„ Ell-tr4.;a-RIs Ce-4 -ate of Q a!4 -at ,
S CT-IQP�T I 1 24 APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATES Al�T�S.
/
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14LlZnTAvenue, /
CTTn�1- 2_5SEn�P.
(REP A LEP Pa, ne.1„ rrAI2121 T( A NTC FOR CLASS 'I (-'ETJTIFI A TECr')
SECTION 26 CLASS 2 A T21 T( A I TT R_ EI E -J CT A TAT(1T T A T TT T( A TT(11�TC
After- examinafien 44e Boar-d sl4all certify 04e names of eligible applic-ants to 04e Pec-
T,-,spe-te.Nyl4, sb,all 04 ..,,,,-.o issue Class 2 -e.1-;4Eate.
---- - as---`------- --- -` ----` sec-and ---== and - - ---- in - - are
in 04e
_- -r--J _- ---J r ----__i r operating-0 a an- _------- __-_-------- in -__-- __--.
_-_--____r __--_-_-_ _ -_-_--_____ _- __ -_____ _-
>~1e ,
act+cr�c'�'ranT
v CTT(l� 27 _4_12 TJ1 T( A TT0N FOR T 12E C E E(-'TTJT( A l
CONTRACTORS,CTORS, 1 T(-'EN_SE
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r
r
(master- elec-tr-ic-ian E)r- State of Wisc-ensin Master- Cer-64c-ate) will 14ave complete a
Wisc-onsin c-er-64c-ate, will be a bona Ade full time empk))�ee and 44at st+44 Eef-44C-ate 1401de
apf)!�;ing for- or- r-enewing a c-entr-aEtar- lic-ense. Eac-14 c-ontr-ac-tor- 44A maintain public- liability
qc-er r
limits.,f at least$ nnn nnn Iger- and$ nnn nnn aggr-egate7
r
,,V,,, a-a ,r,,,,, ,,,Y„-,,,ram- --- ,,,,,,,,,,,,Y,,,
Al-l--I+'a-sHr-er-S ;l4a11 „a .,f a at f; -ation of ter- nati,v, to 44e inspect ,,, Sen
aad flwr-eafter- a rvnewal fee. All fees fer- fl4ese services will be listed on 44e inspec-tion fe-e
_____-_ and will be __-__._-______ ._J ___-____
v CT1(l� 2_8 _4_12 121 1( A T10N FOR TV12E A 4 E ECT-Vi A l
MA P Tl~N A N(-E 1 1(-'ENC9
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14older-will be a full time empleyee,and 14ave c-emplete s . . . ver-fl4e electrical r
SECT1�ri9 1l1 T A T LICENSE PRO141R1TT Tl
NE) 14older- E)f a Class 1 (master- electrician) or- State of Wisc-ensin Master- Cer-44c-ate E)r- Class 2
Exc-eption: A414er-e a Master- Qec-tr-ic-ian is named as 44e foil time employee of an applic-ant for- 44e
r
44e following „ liti ems•
PeEtr4c4an w4ile being installed.
SECT1�r-30- -4-12121 1( A TION FQ TV12E C LICENSE—.
(A
pr-esent engaged, in 44e business of r r rmaintaining,
r-emedeling, wir-Ing, r-ewir-ing E)r- installing electrically elger-ated E)r- 444minated signs, and Elec-E)r-a4ve or-
,a $ nnn nnn aggregate.
r
and unemployment c-emigensat4an r-equir-ements,
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no fur-44er-permits 44A be issued witil a new insur-anc-e certificate 14as been Aled with 44e Pivisi
flwr-eafter- a r-eaewal fee. All fees for-fl4ese serwic-es Nvill be listed on 04e inspeEtion fee sehedule and Nvi4
be ------ -- - -J ------ ----
A Class S lic-ense 14older-44A be per-mitted to install outside and inside electric-signs and outside E)r-iRskle
E)r- outline
r r
o-- o to — - -urr-J --
(A) Comiglianc-e W414 Code Nec-essa+2-v For-Renewal
f;
/91 TAT.,P..,.a+ea 1;
.1; .a„+s all ,. ,44e ., a1 fee f.,.r-enewal.
rr- r-_J o— _—---
(C) Li-c-ense Non ass
tr-ans
fer-a,l. andne 1; -ense sh all be used b)�per-sonE)04,.+14 a,-, to Nyl4.,v, issued.
All Qt)�of Qsl4kasI4 Class 2 c-er-64c-ates, and 44ose Cit�;E)f QsI4kE)sI4 Class 4 and Class 3 certificates whidfl
unless Elue to
extenuating c-ir-c-amstanc-es fl4e time limit is e*tended b)� 44e -Boar-El. T-14er-e will be a fee 44 Fe+IeNVA A-1111
fees for-"s service will be listed en 04e inspec-tion fee sc-lwdule and will be establislwd b)�r-eselt+
E)f Qsl4kes]4 Electrical Lic-ense and Examining Bear-El. Continoing educ-atiE)n classes 44A wl!�� EtHalif)�fE)r-
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r
on 04e `r nds of pfolonged�C7s of Elisability of ±m;li-ri-raf curl. fEumstanEes. EaE14 at3t9l;l atiOR f0f
here Fequest to fe - , d4ei City f Qsl4kos14 Class I3-Ceffifkate is
WiSEORSiR of may file an appeal to d4e WeEtfkal Lkense and Examining BE)afd.-
Qsl4kes]4 Class 2 examina&)n in or-Eler- to r-eac-Efuir-e the Class 2 Certificate E)r- may file an appeal tE) 44e
(5) A per-son may r-enew 14is E)r- 14er- Qt�, of Qs14kE)s14 Certificate ne later- 44an one term after- fl4e
SECTION 11-32 PERMITS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK REQUIRED
Except as provided in Section 11-3(B), no electrical equipment shall be installed, altered, renewed,
replaced or connected without first procuring a permit therefor, providing,however, that in emergency
cases or special situations wherein the nature or extent of a job is indefinite, the permit application may
be temporarily withheld,but the Division of Inspection Services must be notified of this situation as soon
thereafter as possible.
Exceptions:
1. Low voltage Installations in 1 &2 Family Dwellings shall not require a permit.
2. Reconnection of existing power supplies to replacement heating plants, water heaters and other
appliances.
3. No permit shall be required for the repair, removal, disturbance or disconnection of any existing
electrical equipment or the renewal or replacement of any existing branch lighting circuit
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switches, sockets, or receptacles.
SECTION 11-33 APPLICATION FOR PERMITS
An��14ol d er of a T-)r e C,A4 or c ^ers^An individual that is in compliance with the licensingrequirements
of Section 101.862 of the Wisconsin statutes-desiring a permit as required by this particle shall file
with the Electrical Inspector an application for such permit in writing on a form furnished for such
purpose. Such application shall describe and enumerate the electrical equipment to be installed and shall
give other reasonable information as may be required by the Division of Inspection Services and when
required shall be accompanied by further information as regulated in Section 11-40.
SECTION 11-34 RESERVED (REPEALED -Formej l OPTIONAL ARRANGEMENT FOR TYPE
M LICENSE/'.
(A) in lieu of individual per-mits for- eaE14 installation or- alter-ation of electrical eqt4p+ne+:kt-, a t)�pe N
lic-ense ma�,, open applic-afien and 44e pa��ment of fees, be issued an annual per-mit w1iieh will
at+44er-ize 04e per-se+:� f4m or- corporation to wl4am issued to install-, move, alter-, repair-
maintain electrical equipment on 04eir-f)r-e+nl.*-.----.
(B) T-ke 19r-ovisions Set fo.+], , Sec-tions4-35-1437 14e-eo f .,,-,a 41 n /
(C) An annual r^ „J� J - J
and
_ installed _- -_-________,
Electrical Inspe-te, sl4all 14av,, access to stares e a,-«a T-14 Electrical inspe-te, P r„+„ s
was issued.
lessee,
and fl4e fees
SECTION 11-35 ISSUANCE OF PERMITS
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(A) Conditions Upon Which Permit Granted
If upon examination it is found that the information on the application is complete, the Electrical
Inspector shall issue a permit providing that the licensee agrees and expressly states that he is
fully capable, and in possession of knowledge and ability to design, lay out, install, alter, or
replace the work designated in the application in accordance with the regulations of this chapter
and with all other laws and ordinances pertinent thereto and will install electrical equipment as
described in the application for a permit in a safe,legal and workmanlike manner.
(B) Compliance With Other Provisions of Code Required
The issuance of any permit or the serving of any notice shall not preclude compliance with all
ordinances or other laws relating to occupancy and use, construction or zoning.
(C) Restriction On Permits
No other electrical work shall be done except work as described in the application for permit.
SECTION 11-36 WORK WITHOUT PERMIT
(A) Inspector To Order Disconnection
When any work is begun on the installation, alteration, or replacement of any electrical
equipment without first obtaining a permit therefor as herein required, the Electrical Inspector
shall have the power and authority to disconnect or order to be disconnected any such equipment,
and to stop work until a permit has been procured.
(B) In addition to the foregoing, a fee plus the permit fee amount or double the permit fee,whichever
is greater shall be assessed, but the payment of such fees shall not relieve any person from fully
complying with all of the regulations of this chapter, nor from any other penalties prescribed in
this Code. Fees shall be determined according to the inspection fee schedule and will be
established by resolution.
SECTION 11-37 LAPSE OF PERMIT
(A) Six (6) Month Time Lapse
When any electrical work for which a permit has been issued is not started within six (6) months
from the date of the issuance of the permit,or if after starting there is a cessation of such work of
more than six (6) months, then said permit shall lapse and be void, and no electrical work shall
be begun or resumed until a new permit is obtained and the fees as prescribed in Section 11-41
are paid therefore.
(B) No Refund of Fees
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No refund of any permit fees paid into the City Treasury shall be made, except by action of the
Common Council.
SECTION 11-38 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED
At the time of the issuance of a permit the Electrical Inspector may require the manufacturer, owner,
installer, or user of electrical equipment to submit plans (drawings), data, and specifications, schedules
or literature, information, materials, samples or test as may be necessary to determine the fitness of
equipment for safe installation and use.
SECTION 11-39 PERMIT FEES
(A) Payment of Fees
(1) Upon the issuance of a permit by the Electrical Inspector and before such permit shall be
in effect, the applicant shall pay to the Electrical Inspector of the City a fee or fees.
(2) The fees referred to in this section and other sections of this article shall be established by
the governing body and may from time to time be modified by resolution. A schedule of
the fees established by the governing body shall be available for review in the
administering authority office, Room 205 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue, Oshkosh,
Wisconsin.
(B) Number of Inspections for Each Permit
(1) The number of inspections per permit to be allowed without further charge shall be based
upon the type or value of the improvement, or other approved criteria. Additional fees
for each unnecessary inspection shall be charged for additional inspections due to Code
violations or other valid reasons.
(2) The fees referred to in this section and other sections of this article shall be established by
the governing body and may from time to time be modified by resolution. A schedule of
the fees established by the governing body shall be available for review in the
administering authority office, Room 205 City Hall, 215 Church Avenue, Oshkosh,
Wisconsin.
(C) Misrepresentation of Fees
It shall be unlawful for any person to misrepresent the amount charged by the City for permit
fees or to misrepresent the amount of value of job on a permit.
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SECTION 11-40 AUTHORIZATION FOR ELECTRIC SUPPLY REQUIRED
It shall be unlawful for any person to make any connection from any source or supply of electricity or to
supply electricity to any electrical equipment for which a permit is required, or which has been
disconnected by the Electrical Inspector, until a certificate or authorization has been issued by the
Electrical Inspector authorizing the connection and use of such equipment.
SECTION 11-41 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-42 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-43 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-44 UNSAFE OR ILLEGAL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
(A) Notice to Owner;Failure to Comply
When the Electrical Inspector finds any electrical equipment to be unsafe or dangerous to persons
or property,the person owning or using such electrical equipment shall be notified in writing by
the Electrical Inspector to remove or cause to be removed or to make any changes or repairs as
determined by the Electrical Inspector so as to restore such electrical equipment to a safe
condition. Failure to comply with such notice within the time specified in such notice shall be
sufficient cause for the Electrical Inspector to disconnect or order the discontinuance of electrical
service to said electrical equipment or to cause the arrest of such person owning or using such
electrical equipment.
(B) Emergency Situations
In any case of emergency affecting the safety of persons or property, or where electrical
equipment interferes with the work of the Fire Department, or where electrical equipment is not
installed in conformity with the regulations of this chapter,the Electrical Inspector shall have the
authority to disconnect immediately or cause the removal or disconnection of any such electrical
equipment.
(C) Inspector to Attach Official Notice to Disconnect Equipment
When the Electrical Inspector disconnects or causes to be disconnected electric current from
electrical equipment,he shall attach an official notice,tag,lock or seal to such electrical equipment
to prevent the use of electricity. It shall be unlawful for any unauthorized person to detach such
official notice,tag,lock,seal or to break open,change,remove,destroy,tear,alter,mutilate,cover,
or otherwise deface or injury any such official notice, tag, lock or seal.
SECTION 11-45 SEIZURE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
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(A) Seizure By Inspector
The Electrical Inspector shall have the power and authority and he is hereby authorized to seize
and take possession of any electrical equipment or materials or parts thereof or attachments
therefore which,in his opinion,are dangerous to life and property or which is suspected or found
by him to have been the cause of any fire, accident, injury,or fatality, and to retain possession of
same for the purpose of making an investigation,examination, of for official evidence.
(B) Return of Equipment At Request of Owner
After such electrical equipment or materials, in the possession of the Electrical Inspector, have
served their purposes, and an official report and record thereof has been made, such electrical
equipment or materials shall be returned to the owner, provided said owner requests in writing
its return within ninety (90) days from the date of seizure.
(C) Disposal of Seized Equipment If No Request by Owner Made
If no such request is made, such equipment or materials may be destroyed or disposed of.
SECTION 11-46 RESERVED (Repealed 3/28/06-formerly "INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS").
SECTION 11-47 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-48 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-49 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-50 SERVICES
(A) Damaged Service
(1) In the event of damage to an electrical service, whether by storm, deterioration,
vandalism, or other causes, all electrical service,60 Amperes or less shall be replaced with
a minimum of 100 Ampere service.
(2) At the time of service change, the wiring of the dwelling shall also be brought up to at
least the requirements of the Minimum Housing Code. (See Chapter 16 of this Code.)
(3) Failure to comply with this Section shall result in the disconnection of the electrical service
as provided in Section 11-44 of this Code.
SECTION 11-51 RESERVED.
SECTION 11-52 TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
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The Electrical Inspector may grant special permission, for a limited period of time,for the installation or
use of temporary electric wiring or equipment which does not conform with the regulations of this
chapter. The person installing such wiring or equipment shall be directed and legally responsible and
accountable for the safe condition of the installation at all times, and its complete removal at the end of
the fixed temporary period as set by the Electrical Inspector or any time sooner when ordered by the
Electrical Inspector. Carnivals, circuses, theatrical acts, and exhibitions and all places of temporary
outdoor assembly are included in the provisions of this paragraph and all electric wiring and equipment
associated herewith shall be installed, maintained and operated in a safe and workmanlike manner. All
such wiring and equipment shall be isolated from the public by proper elevation or guarding and all
electric switches and fuses shall be installed in approved enclosures. Cable laid on the ground or areas
traversed by the public shall be buried in trenches or protected by covers approved by the Electrical
Inspector.
SECTION 11-53 PRE-EXISTING USE
Existing electrical equipment which does not conform to the regulations of this chapter but which was
lawfully installed prior to the passage of this chapter may be continued in use only if maintained in a
safe condition. Providing,however, that in multiple occupancy residential buildings or in single family
rental homes, sufficient convenience outlets and adequate supply must be provided by the property
owner as per the City of Oshkosh Minimum Housing Code.
SECTION 11-54 MULTIPLE DWELLINGS: HALLWAY ILLUMINATION
It will hereafter be mandatory that the owner,or owners,of multiple family dwellings, consisting of four
(4) apartments or more, or rooming houses with six (6) or more rooms, shall be required to furnish
hallway, stair and exit illumination, twenty-four (24) hours per day which will have an average light
intensity of one(1')foot candle when measured four (4)feet from the floor.
SECTION 11-55 RESERVED
SECTION 11-56 RESERVED
SECTION 11-57 PENALTIES
Any person convicted of a violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be punished by a
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forfeiture of not less than Seventy-five Dollars($75.00)for the first conviction,not less than One Hundred
Twenty-five Dollars ($125.00) for the second conviction for violations of any provision of this chapter
and not less than Two Hundred Twenty-five Dollars ($225.00)for the third or subsequent conviction for
violating any provision of this chapter,nor more than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) together with the
costs of prosecution and in default of payment thereof by imprisonment for not exceeding sixty(60)days.
Each day of violation shall constitute a separate offense.
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