Number
071525
Version
ORIGINAL
Reference
Sponsor
THE CHAIR
Title
An ordinance relating to the use of new materials in shed construction and the reduction in the hazard of accessory structures.
Sections
239-11-1-a am
239-11-1-c cr
Analysis
This ordinance states that when of type VB or petrochemical-based construction, a shed or accessory structure shall not be less than 10 feet from the principal building on the premises. The distance may be reduced to not less than 3 feet when the exterior walls of such structure are protected with not less than one-hour fire resistance construction.
Body
The Mayor and Common Council of the City of Milwaukee do ordain as follows:
Part 1. Section 239-11-1-a of the code is amended to read:
239-11. Accessory Sheds and Structures.
1. a. In addition to the regulations of this section, accessory sheds shall comply with the regulations of ss.239-1 [[-2]] and 4 and the applicable provisions of ch. 295.
Part 2. Section 239-11-1-c of the code is created to read:
c. When of type VB or petrochemical-based construction, a shed or accessory structure shall not be less than 10 feet from the principal building on the premises, except that the distance may be reduced to not less than 3 feet when the exterior walls of such structure is protected with not less than one-hour fire resistance construction.
LRB
APPROVED AS TO FORM
_________________________
Legislative Reference Bureau
Date:_____________________
Attorney
IT IS OUR OPINION THAT THE ORDINANCE
IS LEGAL AND ENFORCEABLE
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Office of the City Attorney
Date:____________________
Requestor
Department of Neighborhood Services
Drafter
MET
3/7/08
LRB08062-1