Address Numbers Must be on All Commercial and Residential Properties

As required by the 2003 International Fire Code and for 911 emergency purposes……..

 All commercial and residential properties must have address numbers in a conspicuous location at these properties.

 New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property.  These numbers shall contrast with their background.  Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters.  Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm).

If needed, these can be purchased at the Brown County Extension Office for $8.00.  Office contact number is 742-7871.

Passed by Ordinance 1001