2011 Wisconsin Code
Chapter 101. Department of commerce--regulation of industry, buildings and safety.
101.974 Department powers.

101.974

101.974 Department powers. The department may:

101.974(1)

(1) Hold hearings on any matter relating to this subchapter and issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence at such hearings.

101.974(2)

(2) Promulgate the rules under this subchapter after consultation with the multifamily dwelling code council.

101.974(3)

(3) Provide for or engage in the testing, approval and certification of materials, methods and equipment of construction.

101.974(4)

(4) Promulgate rules prescribing procedures for approving new building materials, methods and equipment.

101.974(5)

(5) Study the administration of the rules promulgated under this subchapter and other laws related to the construction of multifamily dwelling units to determine their impact on the cost of building construction and their effectiveness in ensuring the health, safety and welfare of the occupants.

101.974 - ANNOT.

History: 1991 a. 269.

101.974 - ANNOT.

Cross-reference: See also chs. Comm 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, and 65, Wis. adm. code.