Rawlins Municipal Code, Chapter 15

A.	A reinspection fee as established by resolution of the City Council as per Title 1 of this code may be assessed for each inspection or reinspection when such portion of work for which inspection is called is not complete or when corrections called for are not made.
B.	This section is not to be interpreted as requiring inspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of the applicable codes, but as controlling the practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for the inspection or reinspection.
C.	Reinspection fees may be assessed when the approved plans are not readily available to the inspector, for failure to provide access on the date for which inspection is requested, or for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the building official.
D.	To obtain a reinspection, the applicant shall file an application therefor in writing upon a form furnished for that purpose and pay the reinspection fee in accordance with Title 1 of this code.
E.	In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, no additional inspection of the work will be performed until the required fees have been paid. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-36(g))
(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

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Section 15.16.080 Special inspections--Designated.

In addition to the inspections to be made as specified in Sections 15.16.010 through 15.16.070 the owner shall employ a special inspector during construction on the following types of work:
A.	Concrete. During the taking of test specimens (when required by the project specifications) and placing of all reinforced concrete and pneumatically placed concrete.
	1.	Exceptions:
		a.	Concrete for foundations conforming to the minimum requirements of Table 29-A of the building code and for Group R, Division 3 and Group M, Division 1 occupancies provided the building official finds no special hazards exist;
		b.	For foundation concrete when the structural design is based on a f'c of no greater than two thousand pounds per square inch;
		c.	Nonstructural slabs on grade, including prestressed slabs on grade when effective prestress in concrete is less than one hundred fifty pounds per square inch;
		d.	Site work concrete full-supported on earth and concrete where no special hazard exists.
B.	Ductile Moment-Resisting Concrete Frame. As required by Section 2626(h) of the building code.
C.	Reinforcing Steel and Prestressing Steel.
	1.	During all stressing and grouting of prestressed concrete;
	2.	During placing of reinforcing steel, placing of tendons and prestressing steel for all concrete required to have special inspection by subsection A of this section.
	3	Exception:
		a.	The special inspector need not be present during entire reinforcing steel and prestressing steelplacing operations, provided he has inspected for conformance with the approved plans prior to the closing of forms of the delivery of concrete to the job site.
D.	Welding.
	1.	Ductile moment-resisting steel frames. As required by Section 2722(f) of the building code;
	2.	All structural welding, including welding of reinforcing steel.
	3	Exceptions:
		a.	When welding is done in an approved fabricator's shop;
		b.	When approved by the building official, single-pass fillet welds when stressed to less than fifty percent of allowable stresses and floor and roof deck welding and welded studs when used for structural diaphragm or composite systems may have periodic inspections as defined in Section 306(e) of the building code. For periodic inspection, the inspector shall check qualifications of welders at start of work and then make final inspection of all welds for compliance prior to completion of welding.
E.	High-Strength Bolting. During all bolt installations and tightening operations.
	1.	Exceptions:
		a.	The special inspector need not be present during the entire installation and tightening operation, provided he has:
			i.	Inspected the surfaces and bolt type for conformance to plans and specifications prior to start of bolting; and
			ii.	Will, upon completion of all bolting, verify the minimum specified bolt tension for ten percent of the bolts for each "type" of connection, for a representative number of total connections established by the plans and specifications.
		b.	In bearing-type connections when threads are not required by design to be excluded from the shear plane, inspection prior to or during installation will not be required.
F.	Structural Masonry. During preparation of masonry wall prisms, sampling and placing of all masonry units, placement of reinforcement, inspection of grout space, immediately prior to closing of cleanouts and during all grouting operations. Where the f'r is less than two thousand six hundred pounds per square inch and special inspection stresses are used, test specimens may consist of either one prism test for each five thousand square feet of wall area or a series of tests based on both grout and mortar for the first three consecutive days and each third day thereafter.
	1.	Exception:
		a.	Special inspection will not be required for structures designed in accordance with the values in appropriate tables for noncontinuous inspection.
G.	Reinforced Gypsum Concrete. When cast-in-place Class B gypsum concrete is being mixed and placed.
H.	Insulating Concrete Fill. During the application of insulating concrete fill when used as part of a structural system.
	1.	Exception:
		a.	The special inspections may be limited to an initial inspection to check the deck surface and placement of reinforcing. The special inspector shall supervise the preparation of compression test specimens during this initial inspection.
I.	Sprayed-On Fireproofing. As required by U.B.C. Standard No. 43-8.
J.	Piling, Drilled Piers and Caissons. During driving and testing of piles and construction of cast-in-place drilled piles or caissons. See subsections A and C for concrete and reinforcing steel inspection.
K.	Special Grading, Excavation and Filling. During earthwork excavations, grading and filling operations inspection to satisfy the requirements of Chapter 29 of the building code.
L.	Special Cases. Work which, in the opinion of the building official, involves unusual hazards.
(Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-37(a))

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Section 15.16.090 Special inspector--Qualifications.

The special inspector shall be a qualified person who, at the discretion of the building official, may be required to demonstrate his competence, to the satisfaction of the building official, for inspection of the particular type of construction or operation requiring special inspection. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-37(b))

Section 15.16.100 Special inspector--Duties.

A. The special inspector shall observe the work assigned to be certain it conforms to the design drawings and specifications.

B. The special inspector shall furnish inspection reports to the building official, the engineer or architect of record, and other designated persons. All discrepancies shall be brought to the immediate attention of the contractor for correction, then, if uncorrected, to the proper design authority and to the building official.

C. The special inspector shall submit a final signed report stating whether the work requiring special inspection was, to the best of his knowledge, in conformance with the approved plans and specifications and the applicable workmanship provisions of the code. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-37(c))

Section 15.16.110 Special inspections--Waiver.

The building official may waive the requirement for the employment of a special inspector if he finds that the construction is of minor nature. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-37(d))

Section 15.16.120 Special inspections--Periodic.

Some inspections may be made on a periodic basis and satisfy the requirements of continuous inspection, provided this periodic scheduled inspection is performed as outlined in the project plans and specifications and approved by the building official. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-37(e))

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Chapter 15.20

CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY

Sections:

15.20.010 Required for use or occupancy.

15.20.020 Change in use.

15.20.030 Conditions required for issuance.

15.20.040 Issuance and contents.

15.20.050 Temporary issuance.

15.20.055 Revocation, Certificate of Occupancy.

15.20.060 Posting.

Section 15.20.010 Required for use or occupancy.

No building or structure shall be used or occupied, and no change in the existing occupancy classification of a building or structure or portion thereof shall be made until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as provided herein.Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8- 38(a))(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.20.020 Change in use.

Changes in the character or use of a building shall not be made except as specified in Section 301 of the building code. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-38(b))(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.20.030 Conditions required for issuance.

Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the following conditions must be met:
A.	The permittee or his agent shall submit to the building official an as-built site plan which shall contain all information required by the building official.
B.	All off-site improvements normally required by the subdivision regulations shall be completed, inspected and approved by the director of planning, except when specifically waived by the director of planning in one or more of the following circumstances:
	1.	A single-family residence constructed upon a lot platted by a subdivision prior to April 24, 1978;
	2.	A mobile home residence placed upon a lot platted by a subdivision prior to April 24, 1978;
	3.	When winter weather conditions prevent the completion of asphalt paving and/or sidewalk construction.
C.	All required off- street parking facilities and improvements except when specifically waived by the director of planning in instances when winter weather conditions prevent the completion of asphalt paving. (Ord. 5A- 80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-38(c))(Ord. 11-2007, Amended, 11/06/2007; Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.20.040 Issuance and contents.

After the building official inspects the building or structure and finds no violations of the provisions of this code or other laws that are enforced by the department of building safety, the building official shall issue a certificate of occupancy which shall contain the following:
1.	The building permit number;
2.	The address of the building;
3.	The name and address of the owner;
4.	A description of that portion of the structure for which the certificate is issued.
5.	A statement that the described portion of the structure has been inspected for compliance with the requirements of this code for the occupancy and division of occupancy and the use for which the proposed occupancy is classified;
6.	The name of the building official.
7.	The edition of the code under which the permit was issued.
8.	The use and occupancy, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3.
9.	The type of construction as defined in Chapter 6.
10.	The design occupant load.
11.	If an automatic sprinkler is provided, whether the sprinkler system is required.
12.	Any special stipulations and conditions of the building permit. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8- 38(d))(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.20.050 Temporary issuance.

The building official is authorized to issue a temporary certificate of occupancy before the completion of the entire work covered by the permit, provided that such portion or portions shall be occupied safely. The building official shall set a time period during which the temporary certificate of occupancy is valid. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-38(e))(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.20.055 Revocation, Certificate of Occupancy.

The building official is authorized to, in writing, suspend or revoke a certificate of occupancy or completion issued under the provisions of this code wherever the certificate is issued in error, or on the basis of incorrect information supplied, or where it is determined that the building or structure or portion therefor is in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of this code.(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.20.060 Posting.

The certificate of occupancy shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the premises and shall not be removed except by the building official. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-38(f))(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

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Chapter 15.24

BUILDING CODES

Sections:

15.24.010 Adoptions generally.

15.24.020 Building code.

15.24.025 Building conservation code.

15.24.030 Plumbing code.

15.24.040 Mechanical code.

15.24.050 Electrical code.

15.24.060 Sign code.

15.24.070 Fire code.

15.24.080 Flammable and combustible liquids code.

15.24.090 Dangerous building code.

15.24.100 Solar energy code.

15.24.110 Uniform swimming pool, spa and hot tub code. Removed by Ord. No 3-05, Amended 3-01-2005

15.24.120 Uniform mobile home and R.V. standards.

15.24.130 Uniform housing code.

15.24.140 Public Works Standard Specifications.

15.24.150 International Building Code.

15.24.160 International Property Maintenance Code.

15.24.170 Residential Code.

15.24.180 Private Sewage Code.

15.24.190 Energy Conservation Code.

15.24.200 Wildland Interface Code.

15.24.210 Zoning Code.

15.24.220 Performance Code.

15.24.230 Appeals.

Section 15.24.010 Adoptions generally.

The technical codes adopted in this chapter are adopted in their entireties except as modified in this chapter, and by this reference expressly made a part of this chapter, insofar as the codes do not conflict with other city ordinances to the contrary. (Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-51)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.020 Building code.

The International Building Code, 2006 Edition as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Building Code. The International Residential Code, 2006 Edition as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the minimum standards for one and two family dwellings. (Ord. 8-91 (part): Ord. 5A-89 (part): Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-52) (Ord. No. 7B-95, Amended, 07/05/95; Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.025 Building conservation code.

The Uniform Code of Building Conservation, 1997 edition, including appendices, as published by the International Conference of Building Officials, is adopted as the uniform code for building conservation. (Ord. 8-89) (Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.030 Plumbing code.

The International Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Plumbing Code. (Ord. 8-91 (part): Ord. 5A-89 (part): Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-53) (Ord. No. 7B-95, Amended, 07/05/95; Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.040 Mechanical code.

The International Mechanical Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Mechanical Code. (Ord. 8-91 (part): Ord. 5A-89 (part): Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-54) (Ord. No. 7B-95, Amended, 07/05/95; Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.050 Electrical code.

The National Electric Code, 2005 Edition, as published by the National Fire Protection Association, is adopted as the Rawlins Electric Code. (Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-81 § 1: Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-55) (Ord. No. 5A-93, Amended, 05/18/93; Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005; 8-99, Amended, 08/03/1999)

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Section 15.24.060 Sign code.

The Uniform Sign Code, 1997 Edition, as published by the International Conference of Building Officials, is adopted as the Rawlins Sign Code. (Ord. 8-91 (part): Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-56) (Ord. No. 7B-95, Amended, 07/05/95; Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.070 Fire code.

The International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Fire Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.080 Flammable and combustible liquids code.

The International Fuel Gas Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Flammable and Combustible liquids code. (Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-58)

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.090 Dangerous building code.

The Uniform Dangerous Building 1997 Edition, as published by the International Conference of Building Officials, is adopted as the Rawlins Dangerous Building Code. (Ord. 8-91 (part): Ord. 5A-89 (part): Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-59) (Ord. No. 7B-95, Amended, 07/05/95; Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.100 Solar energy code.

The International Energy Conservation Code, 2003 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Energy Conservation Code. (Ord. 12-85 (part): Ord. 3-82 § 1 (part): Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-60) (Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

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Section 15.24.120 Uniform mobile home and R.V. standards.

The Uniform Mobile Home and R.V. Standards, 1985 edition, as published by the International Conference of Building Officials, is adopted as the Rawlins mobile home and R.V. standards. (Ord. 12-85 (part)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.130 Uniform housing code.

The Uniform Housing Code, 1997 Edition, as published by the International Conference of Building Officials, is adopted as the Rawlins housing code. (Ord. 8-91 (part): Ord. 12-85 (part) (Ord. No. 7B-95, Amended, 07/05/95; Ord. No. 1C-98, Amended, 01/20/98)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.140 Public Works Standard Specifications.

The Wyoming Public Works Standard Specifications, 1993 Edition, as published by the Wyoming Association of Consulting Engineers and Surveyors, is adopted as the City of Rawlins standard for technical specifications used in public works projects performed by the City, or by contractors doing work for the City or within the jurisdiction of the City. (Ord. No. 9B- 93, Enacted, 09/21/93)(Ord. 3-2005, Amended, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.150 Existing Building Code.

The International Existing Building Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Existing Building Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Add, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.160 Property Maintenance Code.

The International Property Maintenance Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Property Maintenance Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Amended, 04/01/2008; Ord. 03-2005, Add, 06/21/2005)

Section 15.24.170 Residential Code.

The International Residential Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Residential Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Add, 04/01/2008)

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Section 15.24.180 Private Sewage Code.

The International Private Sewage Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Private Sewage Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Add, 04/01/2008)

Section 15.24.190 Energy Conservation Code.

The International Energy Conservation Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Energy Conservation Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Add, 04/01/2008)

Section 15.24.200 Wildland Interface Code.

The International Wildland Interface Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Wildland Interface Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Add, 04/01/2008)

Section 15.24.210 Zoning Code.

The International Zoning Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Zoning Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Add, 04/01/2008)

Section 15.24.220 Performance Code.

The International Performance Code, 2006 Edition, as published by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Rawlins Performance Code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Add, 04/01/2008)

Section 15.24.230 Appeals.

A. General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the code official relative to the application and interpretation of the codes in this chapter, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals and/or hearing examiner. The board of appeals and/or hearing examiner shall be appointed from time to time and as needed by the City Manager to hear each appeal. The board or examiner shall conduct business in accordance with the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act.

B. Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of the code do not fully apply, or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed. The board or examiner shall have no authority to waive requirements of the code.

C. Qualifications. The board of appeals and/or hearing examiner shall consist of a member or members who in the sole discretion of the City Manager are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to these codes.

D. As an alternative to sections A, B and C above the City Manager may elect to follow the notice and hearing procedure described in the adopted code.

(Ord. 04-2008, Add, 04/01/2008)

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Chapter 15.28

CONTRACTORS

Sections:

15.28.010 Contractors defined.

15.28.020 License--Required.

15.28.030 Suspension and Revocation of a Contractor's License.

Section 15.28.010 Contractors defined.

For the purpose of this title the word "contractor" means one who contracts to furnish supplies or perform work at a certain price or rate. (Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-71)

Section 15.28.020 License--Required.

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Section 15.28.030 Suspension and Revocation of a Contractor's License.

A.	It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to carry on or engage or offer to engage in the business of contracting for any of the following types of work or services within the City without first having a valid contractor's license in the particular contracting category under the provisions of this article, issued by the building official: build, erect, construct, alter, add to, repair or demolish any building or structure, sign installing, excavating, grading, pole and tower installing or construction, concrete work, landscaping, tree trimming, and any other type of work regulated by this title.
B.	Nothing in this section shall prevent any property owner from doing such regulated work on his own property, with his own hands, provided:
	1.	All such work meets the requirements of the technical codes adopted in this title;
	2.	Is inspected by the building official as provided in this title;
	3.	A proper permit has been issued for the work.
C.	The requirements for contractor's licensing shall not apply to properly franchised utility companies.
D.	Classes of Building Contractors
	1.	Class A Building Licenses
		a.	Building Contractor - Residential: Limited to construction, remodeling, repair or wrecking of one and two family residences, and buildings accessory thereto.
		b.	Building Contractor - Commercial: Limited to the erection, addition to, remodelling and wrecking of commercial buildings and single or multiple dwelling residential buildings, not exceeding three stories in height, and non-structural remodels to commercial buildings exceeding three stories in height.
		c.	Building Contractor - General: Unlimited construction related to the building, remodeling or repairing of any structure or addition thereto.
	2.	Class B Building Contractor
		Limited to specialty trades which do not involve the construction, alteration or repair of any structural or load bearing components of a structure or building including: painting; wallpaper hanging; floor cover installation; flat work concrete construction limited to 30 inches high or 6 inches thick; blacktop, paving, and asphalt laying; glazing; cabinet installation; insulating; sign installation; grading, excavating; pole and tower installation; mobile home installation; tree trimming; and landscaping.
E.	Class A building Contractor licenses shall be issued by the Building Official in the name of an individual person who pays the required fee as established by resolution of the City Council as per Title 1 of this code and who successfully passes an examination conducted by the Wyoming Association of Municipalities Reciprocal Testing Program. Provided that no person holding a valid license with the City of Rawlins as of the date of passage of this ordinance shall be required to take and pass the examination, for so long as their license is kept current. At least one person holding a valid license is required by this Title to be in direct supervision of any construction project during times that such work is being performed.
F.	The Building Official may issue a temporary conditional Class A license for a period not to exceed six months to any individual upon evidence sufficient to show adequate knowledge to allow for time for the individual to study for and pass the required examination.
(Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-72) (Ord. No. 12A-95, Amended, 12/05/95) (Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

A.	All Licensees shall be responsible for work requiring a permit under the provisions of this article.
	1.	The Building Official may suspend or revoke a Contractor's license if it is found it was obtained through error or fraud. The Building Official may suspend a Contractor's license when one or more of the following are committed by any Licensed Contractor in the City of Rawlins:
		a.	Failure to obtain the proper permit prior to performing work.
		b.	Failure to faithfully construct, without substantial departure from or disregard of drawings and specifications when such drawings and specifications have been filed and approved by the department and permit issued for same, unless such changes are approved by the department.
		c.	Failure to complete all work authorized on the permit issued under the authority of any City ordinance or any adopted building code unless the owner has requested the work be stopped, or has not fulfilled the contract obligations, or other good cause is proved.
		d.	Failure to obtain inspection services when the same are required by any City ordinance or any adopted building code.
		e.	Failure to pay any fee assessed under any City ordinance or any adopted building code.
		f.	Failure to build in compliance with all applicable codes.
		g.	Failure to contact Carbon County Underground Utility Coordinating Council before doing any excavation in compliance with §37-12-301 through 304, Wyoming Statutes, 1977.
		h.	Failure to immediately notify the owner of any underground facility if it is contacted or damaged in the course of excavation in compliance with §37-12-301 through 304, Wyoming Statutes, 1977.
		i.	Failure to obtain a current license and insurance prior to contracting.
		j.	Failure to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy prior to occupancy by an owner of a building or structure.
		k.	Knowingly combining or conspiring with a person, form, or corporation by permitting one's license to be used by such person, form or corporation.
		l.	By acting as agent, partner, associate, or in any other capacity, with persons, firms or corporations to evade the provisions of this article.
		m.	Knowingly violating any provisions of this article.
	2.	Any person who shall violate the provisions of this article by doing business within the city as a Contractor, as defined herein, without a license, or after a license has been suspended, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be subject to a fine of not more than Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Each day said violation continues shall be considered a separate offense.
		a.	A contractor's license shall be suspended at least thirty (30) days for failure to comply with 15.28.030(A)(1)(g), if underground facilities owned by the City of Rawlins are damaged in the course of the excavation.
		b.	A contractor's license shall be suspended at least fifteen (15) days for failure to comply with 15.28.030(A)(1)(h), if underground facilities owned by the City of Rawlins are damaged in the course of the excavation.
	3.	The Building Official shall provide the Contractor written notice of the violation of Section 15.28.030(a)(1), known as a first time warning letter, and order him to correct his violation within five (5) days. A second warning letter will be sent to the Contractor if he does not comply with the terms of the first time warning letter. The second warning letter will be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested or will be hand delivered to the Contractor and will advise the Contractor to correct the violation of 15.28.030(A)(1) within five (5) days, or his Contractor's license will be suspended. If the Contractor's violation of Section 15.28.030 is in performance of the work, and the violation constitutes a threat to health and safety, the Building Official may contact the Contractor and order an immediate correction of the work. If the items in violation of 15.28.030(A)(1) are not rectified within the time specified in the second warning letter, the following disciplinary action may be taken:
		a.	The Building Official shall have the discretion of placing the Contractor on probation for a period of time not to exceed one (1) year only if the Contractor has never before been charged with a violation of 15.28.030(A)(1) and if the Contractor complies with the second warning letter and corrects the violations listed therein. A Probationary Contractor may perform all actions permitted by a Contractor's License. If a Probationary contractor violates 15.28.030(A)(1) during his probationary period then his Contractor's License shall be suspended pursuant to 15.28.030(A)(2). Probationary Contractors may appeal this decision to the Director of Community Development in accordance with Section 15.28.030(B).
		b.	1st Offense or any subsequent violation of different items - 10 calendar day license suspension.
		c.	2nd Offense of the same item as the 1st offense within a 12 month period, whether or not at the same address - 30 calendar day license suspension.
		d.	3rd Offense of the same item within a 12 month period - 3 month license suspension. Prior to contracting after the completion of this suspension period, the Contractor must reapply for a Contractor's License. The Building Official may require the Contractor to take and pass any testing requirements that are in place for new Contractor's License. The Contractor's License shall be reinstated if the violations listed in the notice to the Contractor have been corrected and required testing taken and passed. If the violations listed in the notice to the Contractor have not been corrected, then the Building Official shall have the authority to suspend the Contractor's License for a period of one (1) year. After the conclusion of the one (1) year suspension, the Contractor shall be eligible to apply for a new Contractor's License, which may only be granted subject to a one (1) year probation.
	4.	Three (3) first time warning letters for the same type of violation within a 12 month period shall constitute a first offense and require a ten (10) day suspension. The 12 month period begins with the mailing of the first letter.
B.	When any of the acts or omissions as herein enumerated are committed by a licensed Contractor, the Building Officer shall notify the Contractor of his decision as provided in this section to suspend his license as provided in this section. All Contractors whose licenses are revoked or suspended may appeal and have their case heard by the Director of Community Development. The failure of the Contractor to appeal as provided in this section shall make the decision of the Building Official final and not subject to review in any other tribunal.
	1.	The Contractor shall be notified, in writing, by certified mail, at the address for the Contractor on file with the Building Official at least seven (7) days prior to the start of the suspension.
	2.	Upon receipt of the notice, the Contractor may request a hearing by filing an appeal in writing with the Building Official within ten (10) days of mailing of the notice.
	3.	If an appeal is filed by a Contractor, the Building Official shall notify the Director of Community Development and the Director of Community Development shall set a time, date and place for the hearing and the Building Official shall so notify the licensee in writing.
	4.	When a hearing is conducted, the Contractor shall, and other interested parties may, be in attendance. Upon completion of the hearing, the Director shall notify the Contractor of its findings and ruling in writing by certified mail.
	5.	The Director of Community Development shall have the power to modify the suspension and/or probation. No probationary period shall extend longer than one (1) year. The Director of Community Development may also:
		a.	issue an informal reprimand which does not become part of the Contractor's file;
		b.	issue a formal reprimand stating the Director of Community Development's findings of fact and conclusions of law. A formal reprimand becomes part of the Contractor's file and may be considered in subsequent determinations of the Director of Community Development;
		c.	require a Contractor to conform his work to the appropriate code within a stated reasonable period of time. If the Contractor fails to conform the work within the stated time period, the permit shall be voided and the permittee shall remove himself from the job; or
		d.	issue such injunctive relief as may be appropriate in the circumstances.
	6.	If the decision rendered by the Director of Community Development is adverse to the Contractor, the Contractor may appeal to the District Court in writing within thirty days (30) days of the mailing of the notice of ruling.
	7.	Working or contracting during a suspension will automatically subject an individual to a suspension of thirty (30) calendar days in addition to the period of suspension then in effect and shall expose him to the provisions of 15.28.030(A)(2).
	8.	While a license is suspended, a Contractor or his employees shall not contract further work. The Contractor may perform warranty work, repairs or other operations commonly associated with the contracting business only with the written approval of the Building Official.
(Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-73)(Ord. No. 10A-95, Amended, 10/17/95)

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Chapter 15.31 DIVISION II. PLUMBING*

* For provisions adopting the plumbing code, see Section 15.24.030 of this code.

Chapter 15.32

GENERAL PROVISIONS

Sections:

15.32.010 Purpose.

15.32.020 Scope.

15.32.030 Definitions.

15.32.040 Exceptions.

15.32.050 Liability.

15.32.060 Penalty for violation.

Section 15.32.010 Purpose.

This division provides minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare. (Ord. 4B-78 (part): prior code § 23-1)

Section 15.32.020 Scope.

The provisions of this division shall apply to the erection, installation, alteration, addition, repair, relocation, replacement, maintenance or use of any plumbing system except as otherwise provided for in this division. (Ord. 4B-78 (part): prior code § 23-2)

Section 15.32.030 Definitions.

A. "Apprentice plumber" means a person who labors at the trade of plumbing as an employee under the direct supervision and in the immediate presence of a master plumber or journeyman plumber.

B. "Building official" means the duly appointed building official of the city or his authorized representative.

C. "Journeyman plumber" means a person who labors at the trade of plumbing as an employee.

D. "Master plumber" means a person skilled in the planning, superintending and practical installation of plumbing and who is familiar with the laws, rules and regulations governing the same.

E. "Plumbing contractor" means a person who may conduct, carry on or engage in the business of plumbing. (Ord. 4B-78 (part): prior code § 23-3)

Section 15.32.040 Exceptions.

No business or license or permits shall be required under this chapter for the installation, alteration or repair of gas or steam piping, appliance or equipment, installed by or for a public utility, for the use of the utility in the generation, transmission, distribution or metering of gas, electric or steam service, and no journeyman's license shall be required for employees engaged in such work for the utility. (Ord. 4B-78 (part): prior code § 23-4)

Section 15.32.050 Liability.

The building official or any employee charged with the enforcement of this division, acting in good faith and without malice for the city in the discharge of his duties, shall not thereby render himself liable personally and he is relieved from all personal liability for any damage that may occur to persons or property as a result of any act required or by reason of any act of omission in the discharge of his duties, such act or omission performed by him in the enforcement of any provisions of this division, shall be defended by the city attorney until final termination of the proceedings. (Ord. 4B-78 (part): prior code § 23-6)

Section 15.32.060 Penalty for violation.

Any person, firm or corporation violating any provisions of this division shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished as provided by this code. Each separate day or any portion thereof during which any violation of this division occurs or continues shall be deemed to constitute a separate offense, and upon conviction thereof shall be punishable as provided. The issuance or granting of a permit or approval of plans and specifications shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this division. No permit presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this division shall be valid, except insofar as the work or use which it authorized is lawful. (Ord. 4B-78 (part): prior code § 23-5)

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Chapter 15.36

LICENSING

Sections:

15.36.010 Contractor license required.

15.36.020 Master plumber license required.

15.36.030 Journeyman plumber license required.

15.36.040 Exception for homeowner.

15.36.050 Application required.

15.36.060 Application--Renewal of expired journeyman or master plumber license.

15.36.070 Application--Temporary work permit.

15.36.080 Contractor license--Bond and master plumber.

15.36.090 Fees.

15.36.100 Examinations.

15.36.110 Reexamination. REPEALED.

15.36.120 Certificates.

15.36.130 Expiration and renewal.

15.36.140 Revocation.

15.36.150 Transfer.

15.36.160 Fraudulent use.

15.36.170 Examination of existing licensees.

15.36.180 Reexamination upon adoption of new plumbing code.

Section 15.36.010 Contractor license required.

It is unlawful for any person to conduct, carry on or engage in the business of plumbing or act in the capacity of a plumbing contractor without first having a valid plumbing contractor's license, issued to him by the building official. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.020 Master plumber license required.

It is unlawful for any person to labor at the trade of plumbing in the capacity of a master plumber without first having had issued to him a valid master plumber's license by the building official. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.030 Journeyman plumber license required.

It is unlawful for any person to labor at the trade of plumbing in the capacity of a journeyman plumber without first having had issued to him a valid journeyman plumber's license by the building official. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.040 Exception for homeowner.

Nothing in this chapter shall prevent any homeowner from doing such work with his own hands, provided the work meets inspection requirements, and a proper permit has been issued. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.050 Application required.

Any person who is required by this division to possess a plumber's license shall make application therefor to the building official on application blanks provided by the building official. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.060 Application--Renewal of expired journeyman or master plumber license.

The holder of a city journeyman or master plumber's license which has expired within the past five years may, at the discretion of the building official, renew the license by paying all back charges due the city and by satisfying the building official of their competency. This section shall be applicable only to those persons who have been licensed under another jurisdiction during the time mentioned in this section. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.070 Application--Temporary work permit.

Pending the examination of an applicant for a journeyman license, the building official may issue a temporary work permit, good only until an examination can be scheduled. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

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Section 15.36.080 Contractor license--Bond and master plumber.

Before a plumbing contractor's license may be issued to a person, he shall file a bond in the amount of five thousand dollars with the building official. A plumbing contractor shall present evidence that at least one full-time employee is a holder of a valid master plumber's license. In the event a licensed contractor is without an employee holding a master plumber's license, he will be granted thirty days to secure an employee with a master plumber's license. If, at the end of thirty days, an employee holding a master plumber's license cannot be secured, the plumbing contractor's license shall be revoked. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.090 Fees.

A. Every person qualifying and obtaining a plumber's license shall pay to the City, at the time the license is granted, a fee as established by resolution of the City Council, and provided for in Title 1 of this code.

B. Every person applying to take the license examinations, or reexamination, upon making application, shall pay a fee as established by resolution of the City Council, and provided for in Title 1 of this code.(Ord. 5A-84(b) (part) (Ord. No. 10B-94, Amended, 10/04/94)

(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

Section 15.36.100 Examinations.

Written examinations conducted by the Wyoming Plumbing Trades Certification Program are required in order to obtain a master plumber or journeyman plumber license. Following is the experience criteria and all examinations require seventy-five percent (75%) or more for a passing score. Affidavits corroborating the number of years claimed to have been worked at the trade from former employers are required if prior experience is claimed.

A. Master Plumber. Two years as a licensed journeyman plumber in the city. Experience as a journeyman plumber or master plumber under the recognized licensing authority of a state or other municipality having license examinations comparable to that of the city will be accepted in lieu thereof for each year required. Equivalent training or experience in this trade documented by affidavits from former employers or certificates from training programs may be accepted in lieu of Journeyman program if acceptable to Building Official.

B. Journeyman Plumber. Completion of a four-year plumbing apprenticeship training program recognized by the city. One year's experience as an apprentice plumber, journeyman or master plumber under a recognized authority of a state or municipality will be accepted in lieu thereof for each year of required apprenticeship. Equivalent training or experience in this trade documented by affidavits from former employers and certificates from training programs may be accepted in lieu of apprenticeship program if acceptable to Building Official. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part) (Ord. No. 12A-95, Amended, 12/05/95)

Section 15.36.110 Reexamination. REPEALED.

(Ord. 5A-84(b) (part) (Ord. No. 12A-95, Amended, 12/05/95)

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Section 15.36.120 Certificates.

A certificate of qualification shall be issued to every person who makes application for the certificate, pays the required fee, has the required experience, and has and successfully passed the Wyoming Plumbing Trades Certification examination; provided, however, that the building official may issue the certificate to any person who makes application therefor, pays the required fee and possesses and presents a valid certificate of qualification issued to him by any other governmental agency giving an examination the scope and character of which, in the opinion of the building official, is at least equal to that given by the Wyoming Plumbing Trades Certification program. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part) (Ord. No. 12A-95, Amended, 12/05/95)

Section 15.36.130 Expiration and renewal.

A. Every certificate of qualification and contractor's license issued under the provisions of this chapter shall remain in force and effect for one year after issuance, unless cancelled or revoked.

B. Licenses shall be renewable for another one-year period upon payment of the prescribed renewal fee as established by resolution of the City Council as per Title 1 of this code provided the fee is paid within thirty days after the date of expiration.

C. Failure to renew a license within the prescribed time period shall result in automatic cancellation of the license and a new license will only be issued upon approval of the building official.(Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

Section 15.36.140 Revocation.

The building official may, after a hearing is held, cancel or revoke any certificate of qualification issued to any person, if the person later shows incompetency or lack of knowledge in matters relevant to the certificate or if the certificate was obtained by fraud. Hearings shall be held pursuant to the provisions of the Wyoming Administrative Procedures Act, Sections 9-4-101 through 9-4-105, Wyoming Statutes, annotated, (1977), and all amendment thereto. If the certificate of qualification of any person is so cancelled or revoked, another such certificate shall not be granted to such person within twelve months after the date of cancellation or revocation. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

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Section 15.36.150 Transfer.

Certificates of qualification issued under the provisions of this chapter shall not be transferable from one person to another. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.160 Fraudulent use.

The lending of any certificate of qualification or the obtaining of permits thereunder for any other person shall be deemed unlawful. (Ord. 5A-84 (b) (part)

Section 15.36.170 Examination of existing licensees.

All master plumber or journeyman licenses which have been issued prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified in this division shall remain in full force and effect until the license expires. Upon its expiration, renewal thereof shall only be allowed after recertification of the license holder by the building official pursuant to written examination which sufficiently demonstrates that the applicant possesses the qualifications required of his profession. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

Section 15.36.180 Reexamination upon adoption of new plumbing code.

All licensed master plumbers shall be required to be reexamined within a maximum time period of twelve months following the adoption by the city council of a new plumbing code if, in the opinion of the building official there have been significant changes from the previous code. The reexamination may be by written examination or oral examination or both, and directed to determining whether or not the examinee is proficient with the changes reflected in the new plumbing code. (Ord. 5A-84(b) (part)

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Chapter 15.43DIV DIVISION III. ELECTRICITY*

* For provisions adopting the electrical code, see Section 15.24.050 of this code.

Chapter 15.44

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING

Sections:

15.44.010 Applicability.

15.44.020 Emergency disconnection.

15.44.030 Appeal.

15.44.040 Liability for damages.

Section 15.44.010 Applicability.

The provisions of this division shall apply to the business, trade or industry known as the "electrical contracting industry," which term as used in this division means the business of installing, altering, repairing or servicing electrical wiring, fixtures, conductors, fittings, devices, appliances, equipment, materials, apparatus and the like, within or on public, quasi-public or private building structure and premises, located within the city, except as provided in this chapter, and to apply to the persons, whether natural, firm, partnership, association, corporation, trustee, receiver, agency or otherwise, engaging or engaged in the business or industry, either as an owner, part owner, manager, lessee, employer, employee, stockholder or otherwise, except as provided in this chapter, for the purpose of safeguarding the persons and property and promoting the public health, safety and welfare of the city. (Prior code § 11-1)

Section 15.44.020 Emergency disconnection.

Any person owning or controlling electric wires or apparatus for the transmission of light, heat or power, in time of fire or other emergency wherein lives or property may be endangered by the operation of such wires or apparatus shall, upon request of the mayor, the chief of the fire department or the building inspector, disconnect such wires as are designated by said officials during the continuance of such immediate danger. Wiring shall be put in a serviceable condition in accordance with standard requirements of this title before being reconnected. (Prior code § 11-2)

Section 15.44.030 Appeal.

If the building inspector condemns all or part of the electrical work in or on any building or structure, the licensee or his agent or attorney may, within five days after receiving notice from the building inspector, file a petition in writing for review of the action of the building inspector with the mayor. Upon receipt of such notice, the mayor shall at once proceed to determine whether the electrical construction complies with this title, and shall, within three days, make a decision in accordance with his findings. Any person shall have the right to appeal from the action of the mayor to the city council, either in the matter of granting a license or in the matter of condemnation of electrical work. (Prior code § 11-3)

Section 15.44.040 Liability for damages.

This division shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsibility of any person owning, operating or installing any electrical wires, material, appliances or equipment, for damage to anyone injured by any defect therein, nor shall the city or any agent thereof be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the inspection authorized in this division, or the label of inspection or approval issued by the building inspector. (Prior code § 11-4)

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Chapter 15.48

ELECTRICIAN LICENSING

Sections:

15.48.010 Use of name of another prohibited.

15.48.020 Required.

15.48.030 Exceptions.

15.48.040 Maintenance license.

15.48.050 Retail appliance dealer.

15.48.060 Journeyman electricians.

15.48.070 Homeowners.

15.48.080 Application.

15.48.090 Examination.

15.48.100 Bond.

15.48.110 Issuance.

15.48.120 Expiration.

15.48.130 Display.

15.48.140 Fees.

Section 15.48.010 Use of name of another prohibited.

No person holding a business license under this chapter shall either directly or indirectly allow his or their name to be used for the purpose of obtaining an installation permit for any other person. (Prior code § 11-15)

Section 15.48.020 Required.

No person shall engage in the business of installing electrical wires, fixtures, signs, sign boards or similar appliances, illuminated, controlled or operated by electrical current, or appliances in or on any building or premises within the corporate limits of the city for the purpose of transmitting or utilizing electrical current for light, heat, power, house annunciators, burglar alarms, electric bells, electric signal systems or lighting fixtures, or of installing electrical apparatus of any kind, without first establishing a place of business and procuring an electrical contractor's license, or an electrical maintenance license in accordance with this chapter; provided, however, that no part of this section shall apply to those persons or companies excepted from the provisions of this chapter. (Prior code § 11-21)

Section 15.48.030 Exceptions.

No business license required by the provisions of this chapter shall be required for:

A. No licenses or permits shall be required for the installation, alteration or repair of electric wiring, appliances or equipment installed by or for a public utility for the use of the utility in the generation, production, transmission, distribution or metering of electric service, and no licenses shall be required for employees engaged in such work for the utility;

B. Work involved in the manufacture, test or repair of electrical materials, appliances or equipment, exclusive of any permanent wiring not required for testing purposes;

C. The assembly, erection and connection of electric equipment by the manufacturer or installer thereof, exclusive of any electric wiring not involved in making electrical connections on the equipment itself or between two or more parts thereof. (Prior code § 11-22)

Section 15.48.040 Maintenance license.

An electrical maintenance license shall entitle the holder thereof to undertake the work of, and secure permits for, installing, maintaining, altering and repairing electrical wiring, appliances and equipment; provided, that such work shall be confined to premises owned or occupied by the holder of the license, the location of which premises shall be described in the license. The work performed under the license must conform to the standards of this division or the license will be revoked. (Prior code § 11-23)

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Section 15.48.050 Retail appliance dealer.

A business engaged in selling, loaning, renting, servicing and installing electrical appliances and fixtures may obtain a license which shall be limited solely to the installation of electrical appliances and fixtures sold, loaned, rented, serviced or installed by that business. Installations made under such a license shall meet inspection requirements and a fixture permit must be obtained for the installation. (Prior code § 11-24)

Section 15.48.060 Journeyman electricians.

A. No person shall engage in installing, altering or repairing electrical wires and apparatus, for any purpose whatsoever, in the City, without first having procured a license therefor.

B. Any journeyman electrician coming to this City from another city, who produces credentials showing him to be an accredited journeyman electrician shall, upon approval of the credentials by the electrical inspector and/or a member of the electrical examining board, be excused of the examination, but must pay the required license fee as established by resolution of the City Council as per Title 1 of this code before going to work.

C. Any licensed electrical contractor may employ an apprentice electrician to assist a journeyman electrician. No examination or license fee, but must register with the electrical inspector, and shall work under the immediate supervision of a journeyman electrician.

D. Journeymen electricians failing to pass examination may appear for reexamination after the expiration of one month, upon payment of another examination fee.

E. Before any license issued by the City can be granted to either an electrical contractor or electrician, the electrical contractor or electrican must first obtain and show proof of a valid electrical contractor's license or electrician's license. (Ord. 5-87 § 1; prior code § 11-25)

(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

Section 15.48.070 Homeowners.

A permit to perform electrical work in or about his home may be issued to an owner; provided, that all work thereunder shall be done with his own hands and is done in an one-family dwelling which is occupied or to be occupied by no one except his own family. The electrical inspector, however, shall not issue the permit unless the person who is to perform the work is named in the permit. (Prior code § 11-26)

Section 15.48.080 Application.

Application for a license required by the provisions of this chapter shall be made to the city clerk and approved by the mayor and city council. (Prior code § 11-27)

Section 15.48.090 Examination.

No person may engage in inside wiring or perform any electrical service as electrician until the person has first established his qualifications and competency to perform the work by examination taken before the State Board of Examiners. The examinations shall be practical and elementary in character and sufficiently strict to test the qualifications of the applicant. (Prior code § 11-28)

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Section 15.48.100 Bond.

Every applicant for electrical contractor's license or electrical maintenance license, before the license is issued, shall furnish a bond to the city, with surety to be approved by the building inspector, conditioned that all work performed by or under the direction of the licensee will comply with the requirements of this chapter; the bonds from an accepted bonding company to be in the amount as follows:

Electrical contractor $1,000.00

Electrical maintenance 1,000.00

(Prior code § 11-29)

Section 15.48.110 Issuance.

Electrical contractor's licenses and electrical maintenance licenses shall be issued by the building inspector, who may withhold his approval of any application if he determines that the applicant is not qualified to engage in such business, or has failed to establish an approved place of business. (Prior code § 11-30)

Section 15.48.120 Expiration.

Each license issued under the provisions of this chapter shall expire on the last day of December following the date of its issuance. (Prior code § 11-31)

Section 15.48.130 Display.

Each business license issued under this chapter shall be displayed in a conspicuous place in the licensee's place of business. Each electrician's license shall be carried on the licensee's person at all times while the licensee is engaged in performing electrical work. (Prior code § 11-32)

Section 15.48.140 Fees.

Electricial licensing fees shall be established by resolution of the City Council, and provided for in Title 1 of this code.
(Ord. 5-87 § 2) (Ord. No. 10B-94, Amended, 10/04/94)

(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

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Chapter 15.52

PERMITS

Sections:

15.52.010 Required.

15.52.020 Fees.

15.52.030 Qualifications.

15.52.040 Inspection--Required and notice.

15.52.050 Inspection--Fee.

15.52.060 Notice of nonconformance.

15.52.070 Defect correction.

15.52.080 Inspection--Concealed work.

15.52.090 Connection permit required.

15.52.100 Temporary use.

15.52.110 Preliminary installation.

15.52.120 Inspector's label.

Section 15.52.010 Required.

With the exceptions provided in this chapter, no person shall undertake to perform any work of installing any electrical wiring, appliance or equipment, whether permanent or temporary, within any structure or premises, existing wiring, appliances or equipment without first securing a permit therefor from the building inspector. (Prior code § 11-44)

Section 15.52.020 Fees.

The applicant for a permit required by this chapter shall pay fees as established by resolution of the City Council, and provided for in Title 1 of this code.
(Prior code § 11-45) (Ord. No. 10B-94, Amended, 10/04/94)

(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

Section 15.52.030 Qualifications.

Permits for the installation, alteration and repair of electrical wiring, appliances or equipment shall be issued only to a person holding a current electrical contractor's license, electrical maintenance license from the city, as a business installing only appliances or fixtures rented, loaned or sold by it, or to a home owner for doing his own work in his own home. (Prior code § 11-46)

Section 15.52.040 Inspection--Required and notice.

Upon the completion of the work which has been authorized by any permit, it shall be the duty of the permittee to notify the building inspector, who shall inspect the installation within twenty-four hours (exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays and holidays) of the time notice is given, or as soon thereafter as practicable. (Prior code § 11-47)

Section 15.52.050 Inspection--Fee.

Applications for permit to install electric wire and appliances shall be made to the City by the person installing such wires and appliances. Fees, to be paid in advance, shall be established by resolution of the City Council, and provided for in Title 1 of this code. If after the original application for permit and the receipt by the City for payment of the fees in advance are at variance with the installation authorized by the permit, a correct permit shall be issued upon application and fees paid accordingly as established by ordinance of the City Council, and provided for in Title 4 of this code. (Prior code § 11-48) (Ord. No. 10B-94, Amended, 10/04/94)

(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008)

Section 15.52.060 Notice of nonconformance.

If, upon inspection, any installation is found not to fully conform with the provisions of this chapter, the building inspector shall at once notify the permittee of the defects which have been found to exist, allowing a reasonable time for compliance with the requirements, and the permittee shall pay to the City Engineer a fee as established by resolution of the City Council as per Title 1 of this code for such reinspection. (Prior code § 11-49)

(Ord. 08a-2008, Amended, 08/19/2008; Ord. 11-2007, Amended, 11/06/2007)

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Section 15.52.070 Defect correction.

Any permittee, upon receiving notice from the building inspector that his work, or any part thereof, is defective, shall promptly correct any such defect or defects; and he shall be denied any further permits until the defects have been corrected. (Prior code § 11-50)

Section 15.52.080 Inspection--Concealed work.

A. All steam fittings, furnace work, gas fittings which are to be concealed must be installed before the electric wiring is completed; and no wiring shall be considered as completed until the work is in place.

B. When any part of a wiring installation is to be hidden from view by the permanent placement of parts of the building, the permittee shall notify the building inspector; and such parts or the wiring installation shall not be concealed until they have been inspected and approved by the building inspector.

C. On large installation, where the concealment of parts of the wiring proceeds continuously, the permittee shall give the building inspector due notice, and inspections shall be made periodically during the progress of the work. (Prior code § 11-51)

Section 15.52.090 Connection permit required.

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, it is unlawful for any person or utility company to make or permit a connection to any electrical installation for which a permit is required, or to supply current to same, until a connection permit has been issued by the building inspector. (Prior code § 11-52)

Section 15.52.100 Temporary use.

An application for temporary meter must first be approved by the building inspector before being connected by the utility company, and is to be used only for temporary work prior to the completion of the permanent installation. The permit shall expire sixty days after issuance. (Prior code § 11-53)

Section 15.52.110 Preliminary installation.

To authorize the connection and use of certain specific portion of an incompleted installation, the building inspector may give preliminary approval thereof, but this will be revoked ninety days after issuance. (Prior code § 11-54)

Section 15.52.120 Inspector's label.

Upon inspecting any electrical wiring or work the building inspector shall leave a notice in the form of a label attached to or near the service cabinet. This notice shall clearly state whether the work is approved or is to be kept open for connection; and no workman shall lathe, ceil or in any manner conceal any electric wiring until it has been fully approved by the inspector. (Prior code § 11-55)

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Chapter 15.56

BLASTING AND USE OF EXPLOSIVES

Sections:

15.56.010 Definitions.

15.56.020 Permit Required.

15.56.030 Blasting Plan.

15.56.040 Pre-notification and survey.

15.56.050 Notification Prior to Blasting Operations.

15.56.060 Transportation.

15.56.070 Blasting Operations.

15.56.080 Manufacture and Storage of Explosives.

15.56.090 Corrective Measures.

15.56.100 Revocation of Permit.

Section 15.56.010 Definitions.

For the purposes of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the respective meanings ascribed to them:
A.	"Blasting Plan" means the plan for conduct of any blasting operations, and any amendments thereto, which has been approved by the City as provided in this Ordinance.
B.	"Blasting Operations" means the use of explosives within the City.
C.	"Blasting Permit" means a permit issued by the City in accordance with the provisions of this Ordinance to allow blasting operations within the City.
D.	"Explosives" means any material or container containing a chemical compound or mixture that is commonly used or intended for the purpose of producing an explosion and that contains any oxidizing and combustible materials or other ingredients in such proportions, quantities, or packing that an ignition by fire, by friction, by compound or mixture may cause such a sudden generation of highly heated gases that the resultant gaseous pressures are capable of producing destructive effects on contiguous objects, but shall not mean the components for handloading rifle, pistol and shotgun ammunition, or fireworks.
E.	"Seismograph" means a seismograph instrument capable of the following: measuring three (3) wave components; vertical, longitudinal and transverse; equipped with a self-triggering device; automatically calculate peak particle velocity; provide a hard copy of the wave forms.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

Section 15.56.020 Permit Required.

A.	The manufacture, storage and use of explosives within the City is to be governed by this Chapter. It shall be unlawful to manufacture, store, or use explosives within the City except in compliance with this chapter. A Blasting Permit issued by the City shall be required forthe use of any explosives within the City. In order to obtain a permit, the applicant must have metall of the requirements of this Ordinance and any other applicable local, state or federal law, ordinance, rule and regulation. A Blasting Permit is personal to the individual to whom it is issued and shall not be assigned. Any attempt to do any assignment shall void the permit. In order to obtain a Blasting Permit, the applicant must:
	1.	Possess a current class B contractors license issued by the City.
	2.	Possess current knowledge of the local, State and Federal laws and regulations applicable to this work.
	3.	Provide evidence of a minimum of two years experience in the type of blasting operation to be covered by the permit.
	4.	Provide a current Blaster Certification issued by the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Land Quality Division. The City may accept blasting certification by another Federal, State or City agency in lieu of Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality certification if applicant provides proof of equivalent training consisting of the following:
		a.	Selection of the type of explosives to be used;
		b.	Determination of the properties of explosives which will produce desired results at an acceptable level of risk;
		c.	Handling, transportation, and storage of explosives.
		d.	Geologic and topographic considerations of blast designs;
		e.	Design of a blast hole with critical dimensions;
		f.	Pattern design, field layout, and timing of blast holes;
		g.	Field applications of blast designs;
		h.	Loading blast holes, including priming and boostering;
		i.	Initiation systems and blasting machines;
		j.	Blasting vibrations, airblast and flyrock, including: monitoring techniques and methods to control adverse affects;
		k.	Secondary blasting applications;
		l.	Blast records;
		m.	Preblasting surveys, including availability, coverage, and the use of in-blast designs;
		n.	Blast plan requirements;
		o.	Signs, warning signals, and site control;
		p.	Unpredictable hazards, including lighting, stray currents, radio waves, and misfires.
	5.	Provide proof of workers' compensation insurance.
	6.	Provide proof of general liability and property damage insurance coverage in an amount not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) which specifies that the insured will be covered in the use of explosives and which names the City of Rawlins as an additional named insured, which amount may be adjusted upwards if the City determines that the fair market value of the real property surrounding the blasting site a distance of 1000 feet exceeds the insurance limits.
B.	Permit fee will be in accordance with the current City fee schedule for building permits.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

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Section 15.56.030 Blasting Plan.

A.	The permittee must submit, as part of the blasting permit application a detailed plan of the proposed Blasting Operations. The blasting plan shall be prepared by the permittee or a licensed engineer or geologist competent in blasting technology. All Blasting Operations shall be conducted in strict accordance with the approved Blasting Plan. Any changes to the planned Blasting Operations must be submitted as an amendment to the Blasting Plan and be approved by the director of planning prior to conducting any Blasting Operations. The Plan shall include:
	1.	A map to twenty (20) scale with north indicated by arrow, depicting the property for which a Blasting Permit is sought;
	2.	The work area relative to any structures, underground or overhead improvements;
	3.	The location and duration of storage of any explosive materials to be used in the blast before, during and after each blast;
	4.	The spacing, depth, and diameter of bore holes;
	5.	The area to be cleared of vehicles and persons immediately prior to and during any blast; and
	6.	Anything else required by applicable law, rule or regulation, or which the City determines is necessary to reasonably protect the public, health, safety and welfare of the residents of the City.
B.	A Blasting Plan will not be approved unless it meets the following minimum specifications;
	1.	The maximum bore hole diameter shall be two and one-half inches (2-1/2)");
	2.	The minimum bore hole depth shall be four feet (4');
	3.	A seismograph must be used to monitor vibrations next to the nearest structure when any structure is less than five hundred feet (500') from a bore hole loaded with explosives.
	4.	The amount of explosives must be a scaled distance formula of a minimum of: S.W. = D/W 1/2 by the use of a seismograph using a peak particle velocity of 1.25 inches per second:
		a.	S.D. = 50
		b.	D = distance from the blast to the structure of concern in feet
		c.	W = maximum charge weight of explosives, in pounds, per delay of 8 ms or more or by the use of a seismograph using a peak particle velocity of 1.25 inches per second.
	5.	All bore holes containing explosives shall be adequately covered. Absent extenuating circumstances, adequate coverage may be blasting mats when the distance to the nearest structure is less than or equal to two hundred fifty feet (250'), and earth cover when the bore hole is more than two hundred fifty feet (250') from the nearest structure. Flyrock shall not be cast from the blasting site more than half the distance to the nearest occupied structure or beyond the permit area.
	6.	Airblast shall not exceed the following specified values at any dwelling or building:
		Lower frequency limit of
		measuring system.Hz(+3dB) Maximum level in dB
			2Hz or lower-flat response 133 peak
			6Hz or lower-flat response 129 peak
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)(Ord. 11-2007, Amended, 11/06/2007)

Section 15.56.040 Pre-notification and survey.

A.	At least two weeks in advance of any blasting operation for which a blasting permit has been issued, the permittee shall notify in writing all the occupants of all property within one thousand feet (1000') of the blasting site by:
	1.	Placing a notice on the door of all buildings within such area, and
	2.	Publishing a blasting schedule in a newspaper of general circulation in the locality.
B.	The notices shall contain:
	1.	Name, address and telephone number of the operator;
	2.	Identification of the specific areas in which blasting will take place;
	3.	Dates and time periods when explosives are to be detonated;
	4.	Methods to be used to control access to the blasting area;
	5.	Types of audible warning to be used before blasting; and
	6.	Manner for requesting a preblasting survey.
C.	The permittee shall certify in writing to the City that such notice has been provided to the surrounding occupants.
D.	On the request of a resident or owner of a man-made dwelling or structure that is located within one thousand feet (1000') of any part of the area covered under the permit, the permittee shall conduct a preblasting survey. The request may be made either directly to the permittee with confirming documents forwarded to the City, or to the City with confirming documents forwarded to the permittee. The operator shall promptly conduct a preblasting survey of the dwelling or structure and promptly prepare a written report of the survey. The operator shall determine the condition of the dwelling(s) and structure(s) and document any preblasting damage and other physical factors that could reasonably be affected by the blasting.
E.	A written report of the survey shall be prepared and signed by the person who conducted the survey. The report shall include recommendations of any special conditions or proposed adjustments to the blasting procedures outlined in this section which should be incorporated into the blasting plan to prevent damage. Copies of the report shall be provided to the person requesting the survey and to the City. The person requesting the survey may submit any written disagreements he has with the results of the survey to the permittee and the City.
F.	Any surveys requested more than three days before the planned initiation of blasting shall be completed by the operator before the initiation of blasting.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

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Section 15.56.050 Notification Prior to Blasting Operations.

A.	The City Manager, Fire Chief, Chief of Police, Public Works Director and City Engineer shall be notified at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to any Blasting Operations. The Fire Chief shall again be notified thirty (30) minutes prior to any ignition of an explosive.
B.	Two (2) minutes prior to any Blasting Operations, the permittee will warn of the shot by use of an air horn that is clearly audible within such area.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

Section 15.56.060 Transportation.

A.	Explosive material shall be transported without undue delay to the blast site by Department of Transportation approved vehicles.
B.	Detonators shall not be transported on the same vehicle with other explosives unless:
		1.	Kept in closed containers; and
		2.	Separated from the explosives or blasting agents by 4-inches of hardwood, laminated partition, or equivalent. The hardwood, laminated partition, or equivalent shall be fastened to the vehicle or conveyance.
C.	Vehicles containing explosive material shall be maintained in good condition and shall be:
		1.	Equipped with sides and enclosures higher than the explosive material being transported or have the explosive material secured to a nonconductive pallet;
		2.	Equipped with cargo space that shall contain the explosive material (passenger areas shall not be considered cargo space);
		3.	Equipped with at least two multipurpose dry-chemical fire extinguishers or one such extinguisher and an automatic fire suppression system;
		4.	Posted with warning signs that indicate the contents and are visible from each approach;
		5.	Occupied only by persons necessary for handling the explosive material;
D.	Vehicles containing explosives shall have:
		1.	No sparking material exposed in the cargo space; and
		2.	Only properly secured non-sparking equipment in the cargo space with the explosives.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

Section 15.56.070 Blasting Operations.

A.	Explosives may only be handled by the permittee.
B.	No person for which a Blasting Permit is issued shall smoke tobacco or any other substance within fifty feet (50') of any explosive material or have in his or her possession any matches, lighters, or other spark-producing materials during Blasting Operations. No open flames shall be allowed on the property for which a Blasting Permit is issued during Blasting Operations.
C.	Once loading begins, the only activities permitted within the blast site shall be those activities directly related to the blasting operation. Loading shall be continuous except where adverse circumstances such as unfavorable atmospheric conditions, or circumstances beyond the operator's control necessitate an interruption in loading.
D.	Prior to firing a blast, the permittee shall make certain that surplus explosive materials are in a safe place, and that all persons and vehicles are at a safe distance or under sufficient cover.
E.	Vehicles and equipment shall not be driven over explosive material or initiating systems in a manner which could contact the material or system, or create other hazards.
F.	In electric blasting prior to connecting to the power source and in nonelectric blasting prior to attaching an initiation device, all persons shall leave the blast area. When loading is completed and circuits are connected, the blasts shall be fired without undue delay unless adverse circumstances beyond the operator's control necessitate delay.
G.	The permittee shall remove all debris, blasting caps, and other materials related to the blasting operations from the site prior to leaving the site each day.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

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Section 15.56.080 Manufacture and Storage of Explosives.

Explosives may not be manufactured anywhere within the jurisdictional limits of the City of Rawlins or stored anywhere within the City of Rawlins. Provided, however, explosives to be used in a one day blasting operation may be stored at the location of Blasting Operations in accordance with the terms of a Blasting Plan.

(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

Section 15.56.090 Corrective Measures.

The City, upon discovery of any defect in the work or for the permittee failing to complete the Blasting Operations or removal of debris for which a Blasting Permit is issued may:
A.	Suspend permit until required corrective action is taken by the permittee; or
B.	The City may make such corrective action it deems necessary as follows:
		1.	In the event of an emergency, order a private contractor to do everything necessary to complete such work to acceptable standards, particularly where hazards exist due to the failure of the permittee to restore or maintain the site in accordance with the provisions and conditions of his permit.
		2.	In the event of a non-emergency, give notice to the permittee and his sureties in writing of the nature and location of such defects, including notice of a reasonable time, not less than ten (10) calendar days, within which such defects are to be repaired. Such period of time may be extended by the City upon application for good cause shown.
		3.	In the event of failure of the permittee to perform the required work within the period provided by such notice, a private contractor on order of the City shall make such repairs as may be necessary.
C.	The City shall recover any and all costs of work performed by its personnel or by a private contractor, including the cost of labor, equipment, materials and administrative costs at the expense of the permittee by applying any deposit, bond, letter of credit, or other security in its possession to payment thereof, and shall recover any remaining unpaid balance of such costs from the permittee.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

Section 15.56.100 Revocation of Permit.

A.	The City may revoke the permit granted by this Ordinance if the applicant is found to have violated any of the provisions listed above, or in any of the following circumstances:
		1.	The permittee violates any of the provisions of the ordinances of the City governing the activities permitted by the permit; or
		2.	The permittee obtains a permit by fraud or misrepresentation; or
		3.	Revocation is necessary to maintain the public health, safety and welfare; or
		4.	The permittee fails to maintain the required insurance, bond, letter of credit, or other guarantee(s) of performance during the course of the construction.
B.	The City shall advise the permittee in writing of the grounds for revocation of the permit and the permittee may be allowed to appeal such revocation to the Construction Board.
(Ord. No. 1-96, Enacted, 01/02/96)

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A.	There shall be and is created a Construction Board consisting of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to building construction. The building official shall be an ex-officio member and shall act as secretary of the board. From and after the time when the Construction Board shall have organized and selected its officers and shall have adopted its rules of procedure and submitted the rules of procedure to the City Council for approval, then the Construction Board shall have all the powers, duties and responsibilities set forth in this section.
B.	The Construction Board shall consist of five members, all of whom must maintain a permanent residence or own, operate or maintain employment in a business within the city limits. One member shall be a qualified master plumber holding a current City license in good standing. One member shall be a qualified master electrician holding a current City license in good standing. One member shall hold a current City class A building contractors license in good standing. Two members may be chosen at large with preference given to professionals connected to the building trades such as architects or engineers, or suppliers of construction materials.
C.	The members shall be appointed in accordance with the city policy for appointments to boards and commissions. The members shall be appointed for terms of three years; provided however, that of the appointments first made under this section, two each shall be appointed for two-year and three-year terms, and one will be appointed for a one-year term. Removal of members and filling of vacancies shall be in accordance with the then current city policy for appointment to boards and commissions.
D.	The powers and duties of the Construction Board are as follows:
	1.	Act as a Board of Appeals to determine:
		a.	the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction;
		b.	to decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation of the adopted Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire, Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and Electrical codes, although the Board shall have no authority relative to interpretation of the administrative provisions of these codes nor shall the board be empowered to waive any requirements of these codes; and
		c.	to review the experience requirements for applicants of Master and Journeyman Plumbing licenses.
	2.	To recommend to the City Council any changes necessary to update local Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire, Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, and Electrical codes.
E.	When acting within the capacity of a Board of Appeals, a quorum of the Construction Board shall meet and make a determination on an appeal within thirty days of application for appeal, or the decision of the building official is final. The Board of Appeals shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the building official with a duplicate copy to the appellant.
(Ord. 5A-80 § 1 (part): prior code § 8-22) (Ord. No. 1A-96, Amended, 01/02/96)

Chapter 15.16

INSPECTIONS

Chapter 15.20

CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY

Chapter 15.24

BUILDING CODES

Chapter 15.28

CONTRACTORS

Chapter 15.32

GENERAL PROVISIONS

Chapter 15.36

LICENSING

Chapter 15.44

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING

Chapter 15.48

ELECTRICIAN LICENSING

Chapter 15.52

PERMITS

Chapter 15.56

BLASTING AND USE OF EXPLOSIVES

Title 15

BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTIONS

Chapter 15.03

DIVISION I. BUILDINGS

Chapter 15.04

GENERAL PROVISIONS

Chapter 15.08

ORGANIZATION AND ENFORCEMENT

Chapter 15.12

PERMITS