SPS 327.01SPS 327.01Purpose.The purpose of this code is to establish uniform statewide construction standards and inspection procedures for camping units in accordance with the requirements of ss. 101.63 (1), 101.82 (1), and 145.02 (2) (b), Stats.
SPS 327.02(2)(a)(a) A municipality may not adopt an ordinance on any subject falling within the scope of this code including establishing restrictions on the occupancy of camping units for any reason other than noncompliance with the provisions of this code as set forth in s. SPS 327.11 (5). This code does not apply to occupancy requirements occurring after the first occupancy following the final inspection required under s. SPS 327.11 (4).
SPS 327.02(2)(b)(b) This code shall not be construed to affect local requirements relating to land use, zoning, post-construction storm water management, fire districts, side, front and rear setback requirements, property line requirements or other similar requirements. This code shall not affect the right of municipalities to establish safety regulations for the protection of the public from hazards at the job site.
SPS 327.02(2)(c)(c) Any municipality may, by ordinance, require permits and fees for any construction, additions, alterations, or repairs not within the scope of this code.
SPS 327.02(2)(d)(d) Any municipality may, by ordinance, adopt the provisions of this chapter to apply to any additions or alterations to existing camping units.
SPS 327.02(2)(e)(e) Nothing in this chapter shall prevent a municipality from any of the following:
SPS 327.02(2)(e)1.1. Implementing erosion and sediment control requirements that are more stringent than the standards of this code when directed by an order of the United States Environmental Protection Agency or by an administrative rule of the department of natural resources under s. NR 151.004.
SPS 327.02(2)(e)2.2. Regulating erosion and sediment control for sites that are not under the scope of this chapter.
SPS 327.02(2)(f)(f) This code shall not be construed to affect the authority of the department of natural resources to enforce chs. 281 and 283, Stats., and administrative rules promulgated thereunder.
SPS 327.02(3)(3)Legal responsibility. The department or the municipality having jurisdiction shall not assume legal responsibility for the design or construction of camping units.
SPS 327.02(4)(4)Retroactivity. The provisions of this code are not retroactive, except as specifically stated in a rule.
SPS 327.02(5)(5)Landscaping. The scope of this code does not extend to driveways, sidewalks, landscaping, and other similar features not having an impact on the camping unit structure.
SPS 327.04(1)(1)New camping units. This code applies to all camping units for which construction commenced on or after February 6, 2017. All camping units covered under this subsection shall meet the requirements of this chapter. If a plumbing, electrical, heating, or air conditioning system is installed in a camping unit, the system shall meet the requirements of this chapter.
SPS 327.04(2)(2)Additions and alterations. Additions and alterations to camping units covered by this code shall comply with all provisions of this code at the time of permit application or the beginning of the project, if no permit is required.
SPS 327.04(3)(3)Change of use. Property previously used for another purpose shall comply with this code upon conversion to a camping unit.
SPS 327.04 NoteNote: Examples of property that may be converted to a camping unit include a cabin, covered wagon, or gazebo.
SPS 327.05(1)(1)Existing camping units. The provisions of this code shall not apply to camping units, the construction of which was commenced prior to February 6, 2017, or to additions or alterations to such camping units.
SPS 327.05 NoteNote: As provided under s. SPS 327.02 (2) (d), the provisions of this chapter may be adopted by a municipality to apply to any additions or alterations to existing camping units.
SPS 327.05(2)(2)Repairs. The provisions of this code do not apply to repairs or maintenance to camping units, or to the repair of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and other systems installed therein.
SPS 327.05(3)(3)Accessory buildings. The provisions of this code do not apply to detached garages or to any accessory buildings detached from the camping unit.
SPS 327.05(4)(4)Detached decks. The provisions of this code do not apply to detached decks provided the deck does not serve an exit from the camping unit.
SPS 327.05(5)(5)Manufactured and modular homes. The provisions of this code do not apply to manufactured homes and modular homes.
SPS 327.05(6)(6)Motor and mobile homes and recreational vehicles. The provisions of this code do not apply to motor homes, recreational vehicles, park model recreational vehicles, and recreational mobile homes.
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Published under s. 35.93, Stats. Updated on the first day of each month. Entire code is always current. The Register date on each page is the date the chapter was last published.
