What structures are not covered by the UDC?
• Dwellings built before June 1, 1980 or additions and alterations to such dwellings. • Mobile (manufactured) homes which are instead subject to Federal standards, but the on-site work (foundations, decks, etc.) is regulated by the UDC. • Multi-unit (three or more) residential buildings which are regulated by the State Commercial Building Codes. • Detached garages or accessory buildings, unless designated by municipal ordinance. Q.What about homes built before June 1, 1980? A.The state does not have a construction or heating code for older homes or any accessory structures or outbuildings. However, the State Plumbing and Electrical Codes and smoke detector codes do apply to all dwellings, regardless of age. For construction and heating standards for older homes, municipalities may adopt any or no code. Many use the UDC. Others use the Wisconsin Uniform Building Code, which is not a State code but rather a regional code in southeastern Wisconsin. UDC ENFORCEMENT Q.How is the UCD enforce
