Definitions.
Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 225-37
in effect225-37. Definitions.
In this subchapter:
1. MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM means the community water system owned by the city of Milwaukee.
2. NON-COMPLYING means a well or pump installation which does not comply with s. NR 812.42, Wis. Adm. Code, standards for existing installations and which has not been granted a variance pursuant to s. NR 812.43, Wis. Adm. Code.
3. PUMP INSTALLATION means the pump and related equipment used for withdrawing water from a well, including discharge piping, underground connections, pitless adapters, pressure tanks, pits, sampling faucets and well seals or caps.
4. UNSAFE means a well or pump installation which produces water that is bacteriologically contaminated or exceeds the drinking water standards of s. NR 812.06, Wis. Adm. Code, or for which a health advisory has been issued by the Wisconsin department of natural resources.
5. UNUSED means a well pump installation which is not used or does not have a functional piping system.
6. WELL means an excavation or opening into the ground made by digging, boring, drilling, driving or other methods for the purpose of obtaining groundwater for consumption or other use.
7. WELL ABANDONMENT means the proper filling and sealing of a well according to the provisions of s. NR 812.26, Wis. Adm. Code.
Source: City of Milwaukee Legislative Reference Bureau, Milwaukee City Charter and Code of Ordinances (city.milwaukee.gov master PDFs)URL: https://city.milwaukee.gov/ImageLibrary/Groups/ccClerk/Ordinances/Volume-2/CH225.pdf#page=21Fetched: 10/26/2026