Purpose of Code.
Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 200-002
in effect200-002. Purpose of Code.
The purpose of this code is to protect the health, safety and welfare of all persons establishing minimum standards for the design, construction, structural strength, quality of materials, adequate egress facilities, sanitary facilities, natural lighting, heating and ventilating, energy conservation and fire safety for buildings, to regulate the maintenance of buildings and structures, equipment and sanitation and to regulate occupancy and use of all buildings, structures and premises.
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/CH200-sub1.pdf#page=1Fetched: 10/26/2026
