Juneau City Zoning Code

A.

There is established a uniform system of numbering houses and buildings fronting on all streets, avenues and public ways in the city and all houses and buildings shall be numbered in accordance with the provisions of this section.

B.

Oak Street shall constitute the base line for numbering along all streets running north and south, and Main Street shall constitute the base line of numbering along all streets running west and east.

C.

1.

The numbering for each street shall begin at the base line. The numbers within the first block shall be from 100 through 199 and the numbers in each succeeding block shall be 200 through 299, the third block shall be 300 through 399, etc. There shall be assigned one hundred (100) numbers to each block, square or space that would be one block or square, if streets each way were so extended as to intersect each other, and one number shall be assigned to each fifteen (15) feet of equivalent space longer than seven hundred fifty (750) feet which is not intersected by a street, if extended, the total length of space divided by fifty (50) shall be used to determine the feet of frontage assigned to each number.

2.

Where blocks of different lengths occur on opposite sides of a street, the numbers on both sides shall be assigned on the basis of the shorter blocks.

D.

All lots and houses on the north and west side of all streets shall be numbered with odd numbers, each commencing with the hundred assigned to that block, and shall increase from the base line one number for each fifteen (15) feet of frontage or fraction thereof, except as provided in subsection (C) of this section. Where any building has more than one door serving separate occupants, a separate number shall be assigned to each door serving a separate occupant, providing the building is fifteen (15) feet or more in width. If the building is not fifteen (15) feet or more in width and the entrances are not that far apart, the next consecutive number shall be marked fractional. Buildings fronting on two or more streets shall have a number assigned only to the main entrance, unless other entrances serve different occupants.

E.

All streets not extending through to the base line shall be assigned the same relative numbers as if the said street had extended to the said base line.

F.

1.

The common council shall cause the necessary survey to be made and there shall be assigned to each house and building located on any street, avenue, alley or highway in the city, its respective number under the uniform system provided for in this section. When the survey shall have been completed and each house and building has been assigned to its respective number or numbers, under the uniform system provided for in this section, the owner, occupant or agent shall place or cause to be placed upon each house or building controlled by him the number or numbers assigned under the uniform system provided for in this section.

2.

Such number or numbers shall be placed within twenty (20) days after the assigning of the proper number. Replacements of numbers shall be procured and paid by the owner. The numbers used shall not be less than two and one-half inches in height.

3.

The numbers shall be conspicuously placed immediately above, on or at the side of the proper door of each building so the number can be seen plainly from the street.

G.

Where only one number can be assigned to any house or building, the owner, occupant or agent of such house or building, who shall desire distinctive numbers for the upper and lower portion of any such house or building, or for any part of such house or building, or for any part of such house or building fronting on any street, shall use the suffix "A," "B," "C," etc., as may be required.

H.

For the purpose of facilitating a correct numbering, a plat book of all streets, avenues and public highways within the city showing the proper numbers of all lots or houses fronting upon all streets, avenues or highways shall be kept on file in the office of the city clerk-treasurer. The plat book shall be open to inspection by all persons during the office hours of the city clerk-treasurer.

I.

It shall be the duty of the city clerk-treasurer to inform any party applying therefor, of the number or numbers belonging or embraced within the limits of the lot or property as provided in this section. In case of doubt as to the proper number to be assigned to any lot or building, the city clerk-treasurer shall determine the number of such lot or building.

J.

Whenever any house, building or structure shall be erected or located in the city after the entire work of establishing a uniform system of house numbers has been completed, in order to preserve the continuity and uniformity of numbers of the houses, buildings and structures, the owner shall procure the correct number or numbers as designated from the city clerk-treasurer for the property and shall immediately fasten the number or numbers assigned upon the building provided by this section. No building permit shall be issued for any house, building or structure until the owner has procured from the city clerk-treasurer the official number of the premises.

K.

Police officers shall report violations of this section.

L.

If any owner or occupant of any building required to be numbered by this section shall neglect for the period of twenty (20) days to duly attach and maintain the proper number of such building, the director of public works shall serve upon him a notice requiring such owner or occupant to properly number the same, and if he neglects to do so for ten days after the service of such notice, he shall be deemed to have violated this section.

(Prior code § 10-5-1)

A.

Definition. A "swimming pool" within the meaning of this chapter is a body or container of water used for or intended to be used for bathing or swimming, either temporary or permanent, above ground or below ground, in which water of mere than eighteen (18) inches in depth is contained. Temporary pools with an area of one hundred fifty (150) square feet or less shall not come within the provisions of this chapter.

B.

Permit Required. A building or a structure may be built, altered or used and a plat or parcel of land may be used for a swimming pool by a private resident, association or membership corporation all members of which are residents of the city and which is not conducted for profit or gain, provided the building inspector of the city shall determine that the public health, morals, safety, comfort and general welfare of the neighborhood will be secure and that such use will not be detrimental to the general character of the neighborhood or to the orderly development of the city and provided the building inspector shall authorize the issuance of a permit for conditional use. Appeal from the decision of the building inspector shall be to the board of appeals.

C.

Location. No swimming pool shall be erected to the front of the residence of the owner or occupant of the premises connected therewith unless a variance of this section because of extenuating circumstances be granted by the common council.

D.

Setback. All swimming pools shall be at least ten feet from any lot line.

E.

Filtration. All swimming pools shall have a filtration system capable of keeping water in the pool in a sanitary condition.

F.

Discharge into Sewers. The water in any swimming pool shall not be discharged into the city sewer system until permission has been obtained from the superintendent of the utility commission who shall designate the time for the discharge of such water.

G.

Enclosing. All swimming pools shall have a fence or other solid structure not less than forty-two inches in height completely enclosing the pool with no opening therein, other than doors or gates, larger than three inches wide. Wooden construction shall not be less than one-half inch thick, and steel construction not be less than twelve (12) gauge wire with no openings larger than twelve (12) square inches. All gates or doors opening through such enclosure shall be kept securely closed and locked at all times when the pool is not in actual use and shall be equipped with a self-closing and self-latching device designed to keep, and capable of keeping, such door or gate securely locked at all times when not in actual use.

H.

Covering. A covering may be used in lieu of a fence and shall be of such design and of such material that it can be securely fastened in place, and when in place such cover shall be securely fastened at all times when such swimming pool is not in actual use.

(Prior code § 10-5-2)

A.

Definitions.

"Satellite signal-receiving antennas," also referred to as "earth stations" or "ground stations" means a signal-receiving device antenna, dish antenna or dish-type antenna, the purpose of which is to receive communication or other signals from satellites in earth orbit and other extraterrestrial sources.

"Receiver" means a television set, radio receiver or telecommunications equipment.

"Dish" means that part of a satellite signal-receiving antenna characteristically shaped like a saucer or dish.

"Ground rod" means a metal pole permanently positioned in the earth to serve as an electrical conductor through which electrical current may safely pass and dissipate.

B.

Permit Required. No person, firm, partnership, corporation, trust or other legal entity shall construct an earth station without a permit, nor shall construction commence before a permit is issued in accordance with subsection (C) of this section.

C.

Application for Permit. The owner, or occupant with written permission from the owner, of any lot, premises or parcel of land within the city of Juneau, who desires to construct an earth station on the lot, premises or land parcel, must first obtain a permit to do so from the city of Juneau building inspector.

The building inspector shall issue such permit, provided the applicant submits a written application upon forms provided and approved by the building inspector, along with a plot plan of the lot, premises or land parcel attached, showing the location and dimension of the proposed earth station, a description of the kind of earth station proposed, the location and dimension of all buildings or structures, plans and specifications depicting the construction and elevations of the proposed earth station upon completion. Each applicant shall specify among other things the name and address of the owner of the real estate and the name of the applicant.

The applicant shall present documentation of the possession of any license or permit required by any federal, state or local agency, pertaining to the ownership, construction or operation of an earth station.

The applicant shall submit with each application the sum of ten dollars ($10.00) which represents the permit fee. The permit fee shall cover the costs of reviewing the construction plans and specifications, inspecting the final construction and processing the application.

D.

Location of Earth Station.

1.

Ground-mounted.

a.

No earth station shall be constructed in any front yard, but shall be constructed to the side or the rear of the residence or main structure.

b.

Side and rear yard setbacks shall be equal to or greater than the required side or rear yard setbacks for the accessory structure within the respective zoning district, but not less than the total vertical height of the satellite earth station.

c.

Earth station antennas shall be installed to reduce visual impact from surrounding properties at street level and from public streets.

d.

An earth station shall not exceed twelve (12) feet in diameter or fifteen (15) feet in height overall.

e.

Installation of earth stations shall meet all manufacturers' specifications and installation instructions, be made noncombustible and corrosion-resistent and be erected in a secure, wind resistent manner.

f.

Wiring between an earth station and a receiver shall be at least four inches beneath the surface of the ground.

g.

Such earth station shall be designed to withstand a wind force of seventy-five (75) miles per hour without the use of supporting guy wires.

h.

All earth station or ground station antenna wiring must meet National Electrical Code requirements.

i.

An earth station must be grounded by a grounding rod.

j.

No form of advertising or identification is allowed on the face of the satellite signal receiving antenna.

2.

Satellite earth stations attached to the wall or roof of any principal or accessory structure shall be permitted subject to the structure being constructed to carry all imposed loading. The building inspector may require engineering calculations.

E.

Exemption.

1.

Earth station or ground station antennas having a diameter less than two feet which do not use a permanent base mount are exempt from the permit requirements and permit fee.

2.

Satellite antennas installed on properties within the city limits on or before May 31, 1987 are exempt from the permit requirements and permit fee.

F.

Temporary Placement. A satellite signal receiving antenna may be placed in a yard on a trial basis for a period not exceeding ten days.

G.

Appeals from decision of the building inspector shall be made to the board of appeals as provided by the Juneau Municipal Code.

H.

Penalty. Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of section shall be subject to the penalty provision of Section 1.08.010 of the Juneau Municipal Code, as from time to time amended by the lawful act of the common council.

(Prior code § 10-5-2(A))

A.

Permit Required. No building or structure, nor any part thereof, (except new construction) shall be moved to a new location within the city, unless a permit therefor shall first be obtained by the owner or agent from the plan commission.

B.

Applications. All applications for a permit shall be in writing and shall contain the following:

1.

Time Schedule. A detailed time schedule showing the date by which the building will be moved to the new site, and date by which the structure will be ready for occupancy. Property owners within one hundred fifty (150) feet must be informed of the move ten days before the plan commission meeting at which approval of application will be made.

2.

Date of Occupancy. No permit shall be issued unless the applicant demonstrates that the building will be ready for occupancy and in full compliance with all building codes no later than twelve (12) months from the date the permit is granted. The twelve (12) months may be extended by the plan commission upon a showing that the building cannot be ready for occupancy within twelve (12) months due to circumstances beyond the control of the applicant, but in no event shall the extension exceed six months.

3.

Estimate of Costs. No permit may be granted unless the application contains a detailed estimate of all costs associated with the move and all costs reasonably necessary to make the building ready for occupancy. No permit shall be granted unless the building inspector certifies that he/she has reviewed the schedule of costs and is satisfied that the building can be moved and made ready for occupancy for the amount of costs specified in the application. The application shall contain copies of contract for labor and materials required to move the building and make it ready for occupancy.

4.

Performance and Indemnity Bond. No permit may be granted unless the applicant provides a performance and indemnity bond with good and sufficient sureties, to be approved by the city attorney, to guaranty the completion of the work necessary to make the building ready for occupancy and save harmless and indemnify the city from any liability costs, damages or losses of every kind which the city may suffer as a consequence of the granting of the permit, including but not limited to damage to streets, or other city property, costs of completion of the project or cost of razing the building in the event the applicant fails to complete the project and the city pursues its remedy under nuisance abatement or any other legal remedies. The bond shall be in an amount equal to the cost of moving the building and making it ready for occupancy plus twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00).

C.

Conditions. The plan commission may impose such conditions on the permit as are reasonably necessary to protect the public interest and secure the timely completion of the project. Every permit to move a building shall state all conditions to be complied with, designate the route to be taken and limit of time for removal. The moving of a building shall be continuous during all hours of the day, and day by day, and nightly if the plan commission orders, until completed, with the least possible obstruction to thoroughfare. No building shall be allowed to remain overnight upon any street crossing or intersection, or near thereto as to prevent easy access to any fire hydrant. Warning lights shall be kept in a conspicuous place at each end of the building during the night. The person or company performing the move on behalf of the owner shall show proof of liability insurance in an amount and with coverage approved by the city attorney.

D.

Damage to Streets. Every person moving a building and causing any damage to the streets shall forthwith place them in as good repair as they were before the permit was granted. Upon the failure to so repair the streets within ten days thereafter to the satisfaction of the street superintendent, the street shall be repaired by the city and the sureties on the bond held responsible for the costs of the repair.

E.

Police Escort. A police escort is required for all buildings moved within the city limits. The applicant shall schedule the move at such times as the chief of police is able to arrange the police escort.

F.

Failure to Complete Project. If any portion of the project is not completed on time, including being ready for occupancy, the city at its option may take any remedy available at law or equity, including but not limited to action for specific performance, action to abate a public nuisance, actions to enforce the building code, etc. In all action taken by the city the surety shall be liable for the damages, losses, liability and costs incurred by the city to the extent of the bond amount for the costs of prosecution, including reasonable attorney's fees, costs of completion of the project, costs of razing and removing the building, etc.

G.

Foundation/Laterals. All foundation and laterals will be removed from the parcel from which the house has been moved. Laterals shall be properly capped per utility commission rules.

H.

Moving Building to a Location Outside the City. A person desiring to move a building from a location in the city to a location outside the city of Juneau need not comply with subsections (B)(2) and (B)(3) of this section, and the performance and indemnity bond required under subsection (B)(4) of this section shall be limited to twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00). The person or company performing the move on behalf of the owner shall show proof of liability insurance in an amount and with coverage approved by the city attorney.

(Ord. 116-2005; Ord. 14-1999: prior code § 10-5-3)

A.

No building or structure larger than one hundred fifty (150) square feet in area nor more than one story high shall be torn down, wrecked or demolished in whole or in part, until a permit thereof shall have been issued.

B.

The fee for such permit shall be ten dollars ($10.00). The person to whom such a permit is issued shall be responsible for adequate protection to insure the safety of the public and furnish proof of financial liability.

C.

There shall be no fee for a permit to wreck provided a building permit is issued to build a replacement structure.

(Prior code § 10-5-4)

A.

All that part of the city of Juneau designated by ordinance before the effective date of this section as the fire limits of the city of Juneau for the purposes and regulations set forth in this section.

B.

Description of Fire Limits. Start at intersection of Oak and Main then south to Water Tower Alley; then east to Fair Street; then north on both sides of Fair Street to Oak Street; then west, both sides of Oak Street to Main; then north, both sides of Main Street to Center Street; then east, both sides of Center to Miller Street; then south, both sides of Miller to Oak Street.

C.

No person shall hereafter erect or place, or cause to be erected or placed, or assist in erecting or placing, on any portion of the fire limits above described any building or structure unless the same shall be built of brick, stone, concrete or concrete blocks, and the roof thereof covered with tin, or some other fireproof material, with stairs and scuttle leading to the same, nor shall any person remove or cause to be removed, or assist in removing any wooden building or buildings, from one location to another within the fire limits.

D.

No person shall hereafter erect, build or place, or cause to be erected, built or placed, any building or structure within the fire limits of the city without a written permit therefor to be issued by the city clerk-treasurer upon the order of the common council.

E.

Any person desiring to build, erect or place any building or structure within the fire limits of the city shall first make and file with the city clerk-treasurer of the city an application to the common council for permission to do so, which application shall contain the plan and specifications of the proposed building or structure, which plan and specifications shall specify particularly the kind of material to be used, the length, height and thickness of the external walls thereof, and the material of which such walls are to be built, and what opening(s), if any, are to be in the external walls and roof, and with what material such openings shall be covered, and of what material the roof shall be covered, and also a description of the lot upon which such building or structure is to be placed.

F.

No owner or occupant of any wooden building or buildings situated within the fire limits of the city of Juneau shall alter or repair the same to the value of one hundred dollars ($100.00) for such repairs, without first obtaining a permit to make such alterations or repairs from the common council but no such permit shall be granted where the alterations or repairs desired to be made shall be more than twenty (20) percent of the value of such building before such alterations or repairs are made.

G.

In every case when application is made for a permit for such alteration or repair, such application shall be in writing, and shall clearly and specifically set forth the nature, extent and estimated value of such alterations or repairs for which a permit is asked, and no alterations or repairs shall be made upon such building except in conformity thereto.

(Ord. 241, 1998)

Any person who shall violate any provision of this section shall be subject to a penalty as provided in Section 1.08.010 of this Municipal Code.

(Prior code § 10-5-6)

A.

The city may retain the services of professional consultants (including planners, engineers, architects, attorneys, environmental specialists, and other experts) to assist in the city's review of a proposal coming before the plan commission. The submittal of a development proposal application or petition by a petitioner shall be construed as an agreement to pay for such professional review services applicable to the proposal. The city may apply the charges for these services to the petitioner. The city may delay acceptance of the application or petition as complete, or may delay final approval of the proposal, until such fees are paid by the petitioner. Review fees which are applied to a petitioner, but which are not paid, may be assigned by the city as a special assessment to the subject property. The petitioner shall be required to provide the city with an executed copy of the following form as a prerequisite to the processing of the development application:

Agreement as to Costs with
the City of Juneau

___, the applicant/petitioner for

(Name)

___________,
(Nature of applicant/petition)

dated ___, 199___,

agrees, in addition to those normal costs payable by an applicant/petitioner (e.g., filing or permit fees, publication expenses, recording fees, etc.), that in the event the action applied or petitioned for requires the City of Juneau, in the judgement of its staff, to obtain additional professional service(s) (e.g., engineering, surveying, planning, legal) than normally would be routinely available in house to enable the city to properly address, take appropriate action on, or determine the same, applicant/petitioner shall reimburse the city for the costs thereof.

(Ord. 218 § 1, 1997: prior code § 10-5-7)

A.

Pursuant to Sections 62.23(2) and 62.23(3), Wisconsin Statutes, the city of Juneau is authorized to prepare and adopt a comprehensive plan as defined in Sections 66.1001(1)(a) and 66.1001(2), Wisconsin Statutes.

B.

The city of Juneau Common Council has adopted written procedures designed to foster public participation in every stage of the preparation of a comprehensive plan as required by Section 66.1001(4)(a), Wisconsin Statutes.

C.

The city of Juneau Plan Commission, by a majority vote of the entire commission, has passed a resolution recommending to the city of Juneau Common Council the adoption of the document entitled "City of Juneau Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan" containing all of the elements specified in Section 66.1001(2), Wisconsin Statutes.

D.

The city of Juneau has provided numerous opportunities for public involvement in accordance with the public participation strategy adopted by the plan commission, including numerous public meetings with respect to preparation of the "City of Juneau Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan," a public informational meeting on November 4, 2004, and a public hearing on July 14, 2005, in compliance with the requirements of Section 66.1001(4), Wisconsin Statutes.

E.

The city of Juneau Common Council does, by the enactment of this chapter, formally adopt the document entitled, "City of Juneau Year 2030 Comprehensive Plan," pursuant to Section 66.1001(4)(c), Wisconsin Statutes.

F.

This chapter shall take effect upon passage by a majority vote of the members elect of the city of Juneau Common Council and publication/posting as required by law.

(Ord. 117-2005)