1. (1) Distance separation requirements.

   1. (a) Distance requirement.

      1. 1. The operator shall require a minimum distance of 10 feet between camping units measured from the outside edge of one camping unit to the outside edge of another camping unit, excluding slideouts.
      2. 2. Except as provided in par. (b), any accessory within 10 feet of a camping unit such as, but not limited to, a deck or storage shed shall be considered part of the camping unit for the purposes of determining distance separation.
      3. 3. Except as provided in par. (b), or unless otherwise specified in this chapter, a campground building other than a camping unit shall be a minimum of 10 feet away from a camping unit.

   2. (b) Exceptions for existing campsites.

      1. 1. A campsite existing before February 1, 2016 shall meet the requirements in par. (a) 1., and is exempt from the requirements in par. (a) 2. and 3.
      2. 2. If a campsite existing before February 1, 2016 is not in compliance with the separation requirements under par. (a) 1., the operator shall develop an action plan in accordance with s. ATCP 79.07 (4) and implement the plan to bring the campsite into compliance.

2. (2) Camping units; seasonal campsites. The operator shall ensure all of the following at a seasonal campsite:

   1. (a) Recreational vehicles.

      1. 1.

         1. a. Each privately owned recreational vehicle in the seasonal campsite bears a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of a nationally recognized testing laboratory, inspection agency, or other organization, which evaluates products to nationally recognized standards NFPA 1192 or ANSI 119.5, and periodically inspects production of equipment and materials to show compliance with those standards for usage in a specified manner.

         2. b. Each privately owned recreational vehicle in the seasonal campsite that does not meet the requirements in this subdivision shall be removed from the campground when the owner vacates the recreational vehicle or the recreational vehicle is sold.

            Note: Examples of nationally recognized testing agencies include the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and the Recreational Park Trailer Industry Association (RPTIA).

      2. 2. Each recreational vehicle in the seasonal campsite with an addition or attachment, whether used for habitation or means of ingress or egress, is maintained and equipped in a manner that protects the health and safety of campers in accordance with chs. SPS 320 to 325. The department or its agent may refer health and safety related construction concerns to the local zoning department or the department of safety and professional services.

         Note: Additions or attachments, whether used for habitation or a means of ingress and egress onto recreational vehicles may require a local land use permit and building construction permit along with a required construction inspection. Consult with local zoning and building officials concerning land use permits, construction permits and construction inspections.

      3. 3. The chassis and axles remain on the recreational vehicle with the towbar or hitch and wheels left at the campsite.
   2. (b) Camping cabins. Each camping cabin in the seasonal campsite and any addition or attachment to a camping cabin, whether used for habitation or means of ingress or egress, shall be maintained and equipped in a manner that protects the health and safety of camper in accordance with ch. SPS 327. Camping cabins may not be more than 400 square feet in area. The department or its agent may refer health and safety related construction concerns to the local zoning department or the department of safety and professional services.

   3. (c) Camping unit storage. A camping unit located on a seasonal campsite may be stored on the campsite during periods when the unit is not occupied or when the campground is not in operation.

      Note: Camping cabins and additions or attachments to camping cabins, whether used for habitation or a means of ingress and egress may require a local land use permit and building construction permit along with a required construction inspection. Consult with local zoning and building officials concerning land use permits, construction permits and construction inspections.

3. (3) Operator-provided camping units; rentals.

   1. (a) Size.

      1. 1. Operator-provided camping units may not be more than 400 square feet in area, except for a mobile home or manufactured home. The area limitation does not include decks and three-season porches not used for overnight sleeping accommodations.
      2. 2. The campground operator shall obtain a license for a tourist rooming house and comply with the requirements of ch. ATCP 72 for an operator-provided camping unit that is more than 400 square feet in area, except for a tent, mobile home, manufactured home, or recreational vehicle.
   2. (b) Maintenance. The operator shall maintain an operator-provided camping unit in good repair and in clean and sanitary condition.

   3. (c) Recreational vehicles. The operator shall ensure all of the following for each operator-provided recreational vehicle:

      1. 1. The recreational vehicle bears a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of a nationally recognized testing laboratory, inspection agency, or other organization, which evaluates products to nationally recognized standards NFPA 1192 or ANSI 119.5, and periodically inspects production of equipment and materials to show compliance with those standards for usage in a specified manner. The department may accept other documentation from a licensed architect or engineer showing compliance with NFPA 1192 or ANSI 119.5.

         Note: Examples of nationally recognized testing agencies include the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) and the Recreational Park Trailer Industry Association (RPTIA).

      2. 2. Any addition or attachment to a recreational vehicle, whether used for habitation or means of ingress or egress, is maintained in accordance with chs. SPS 320 to 325. The department or its agent may refer health and safety related construction concerns to the local zoning department or the department of safety and professional services.

         Note: An addition or attachment to a recreational vehicle, whether used for habitation or a means of ingress and egress may require a local land use permit and building construction permit along with a required construction inspection. Consult with local zoning and building officials concerning land use permits, construction permits and construction inspections.

      3. 3. At the installation site, the chassis and axles remain on the recreational vehicle with the towbar or hitch and wheels left at the campsite.

         Note: The department of safety and professional services may determine that a recreational vehicle without chassis and axles must comply with the uniform dwelling code under chs. SPS 320 to 325.

      4. 4. If a recreational vehicle does not meet the requirements in par. (c) 1., the operator shall develop and implement an action plan in accordance with s. ATCP 79.07 (4) to replace or remove the recreational vehicle from the campground.

   4. (d) Camping cabins; building code requirements. Each operator-provided camping cabin and any addition or attachment to a camping cabin, whether used for habitation or means of ingress or egress, shall be maintained in accordance with ch. SPS 327. The department or its agent may refer health and safety related construction concerns to the local zoning department or the department of safety and professional services.

      Note: Camping cabins and additions or attachments to camping cabins, whether used for habitation or a means of ingress and egress may require a local land use permit and building construction permit along with a required construction inspection. Consult with local zoning and building officials concerning land use permits, construction permits and construction inspections.

4. (4) Smoke detection. At least one approved UL listed and labeled smoke detector shall be installed and maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendation, in each operator-provided camping unit.

5. (5) Carbon monoxide detectors.

   1. (a) Definitions. In this subsection, a “fuel-burning appliance” has the meaning given in s. ATCP 72.145 (2) (b).

      Note: Section ATCP 72.145 (2) (b) reads: “Fuel-burning appliance” means a device that is used or intended to be used in a residential building and burns fossil fuel or carbon based fuel where carbon monoxide is a combustion by-product. “Fuel-burning appliance” includes stoves, ovens, grills, clothes dryers, furnaces, boilers, water heaters, heaters, and fireplaces.

   2. (b) Installation and maintenance. If an operator-provided camping unit is equipped with a fuel-burning appliance, at least one approved UL listed and labeled carbon monoxide detector shall be installed and maintained in the camping unit according to manufacturer’s recommendations as provided in s. 101.149 (2) and (3), Stats.

      Note: Fuel-burning appliances should be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and the applicable heating and ventilation code as enforced by the department of safety and professional services. Special care should be taken to assure proper venting and combustion air requirements are met.

6. (6) Furnishings. All furnishings and appliances in an operator-provided camping unit shall be maintained clean and in a good repair.

7. (7) Food and beverage utensil sanitation.

   1. (a) Equipment required. If an operator-provided camping unit is supplied with multiuse food and beverage utensils, the operator shall equip the camping unit with, at minimum, a two-compartment sink supplied with water under pressure to clean the utensils. This rule first applies to an operator-provided camping unit that is remodeled or placed in the campground after February 1, 2016.
   2. (b) Cleaning and sanitation requirements. The operator shall wash and sanitize multiuse food and beverage utensils between occupancies or provide a sign posted in public view with the following message: “Food and beverage utensils have been provided in this camping unit as a guest convenience. They have not been sanitized. It is recommended that you wash with a detergent, rinse with clean water and sanitize utensils before their use. To sanitize, after rinsing, add 1 teaspoon of unscented bleach per gallon of clean water and immerse utensils for a minimum of 30 seconds, then air dry”.
   3. (c) Maintenance requirements. The sink and all utensils shall be maintained in good repair and constructed of approved materials.

8. (8) Bunk beds. If a bunk bed is provided in an operator-provided camping unit, the operator shall ensure that the bunk bed meets all of the following requirements:

   1. (a) Separation. No more than 2 beds may be stacked vertically. There shall be a vertical separation of at least 2.5 feet measured from the top of the lower mattress to the bottom of the frame of the upper bed. A free space of at least 2.5 feet shall be provided above the mattress of the upper bed.
   2. (b) Construction and maintenance. A bunk bed constructed after June 19, 2001, shall meet the requirements for bunk beds under 16 CFR 1513.
   3. (c) Bunk bed mattresses. Bunk bed mattresses when purchased or replaced shall fit the dimensions of the bunk bed with no gaps between the interior bed structure and the mattress. Mattresses shall be maintained and be covered as required under sub. (10).
   4. (d) Location. Bunk beds shall be located away from potential hazards, including, but not limited to, heat sources, ceiling fans, or other ceiling protrusions.

9. (9) Linens.

   1. (a) If provided, pillowslips, sheets, towels and washcloths shall be washed as frequently as they are assigned to a different guest and at least once a week.
   2. (b) If provided, blankets, spreads, mattresses, and pillows shall be kept clean and free of insect infestation.
   3. (c) Only quilts and comforters that are machine washable may be used.
   4. (d) Clean and soiled linen shall be kept in separate nonabsorbent washable containers. The containers may not be used for any other purpose.

10. (10) Mattresses.

    1. (a) Protection. Each mattress or alternative sleeping surface, including, but not limited to, futons and sofa sleepers, shall be covered with a washable, nonabsorbent pad to protect the mattress or alternative sleeping surface.
    2. (b) Maintenance. Each mattress, alternative sleeping surface, and pad shall be maintained clean and in good repair.
11. (11) Rented bedding. If the operator rents bedding such as sleeping bags and bed linens, the bedding shall be laundered between rentals.
12. (12) Laundry facilities. If a laundry facility is provided, the washer and dryer shall be maintained in good repair.

History

History: CR 15-001: cr. Register October 2015 No. 718, eff. 2-1-16; correction in (2) (a) 2., (b), (3) (a) 1., (c) 2., (d), (6) made under s. 35.17, Stats., Register October 2015 No. 718; renum. from DHS 178.13 Register June 2016 No. 726; correction in (1) (b) 2., (3) (a) 2., (c) 4., (5) (a) made under s. 13.92 (4) (b) 7., Stats., Register June 2016 No. 726; CR 18-019: am. (2) (b), (3) (a) 2., (d) Register January 2020 No. 769, eff. 2-1-20; correction in (2) (b), (3) (d) made under s. 35.17, Stats., Register January 2020 No. 770, eff. 3-1-20.