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The exterior open space around each principal structure and accessory structures shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition and improved so as to provide for:
(A) Grass, planting or other suitable ground cover to prevent soil erosion which is or may become detrimental to the structures, lot use or adjacent lots and structures;
(B) Yardwalks, parking areas, driveways and exterior steps which provide a smooth surface for safe access;
(C) Proper storage of all items; and
(D) Proper storage or disposal of building materials. Building materials may be stored on premises while work on repair, remodeling, or construction is in progress, but the storage shall be in the side and rear yards only and shall not exceed six months unless otherwise approved by the Enforcement Officer.
(Ord. 1222-98, passed 10-27-1998) Penalty, see § 151.99
(A) Whenever the Enforcement Officer is of the opinion that any building or structure is in violation of this chapter, the Enforcement Officer shall by either certified mail or personal service cause a written order to be given to the owner to repair and bring the building or structure or property into compliance with this chapter.
(B) The order for the repairing of a structure as herein set forth shall specify a time in which the owner or occupant shall comply therewith, which time shall not be less than 30 days, and shall specify the needed repairs.
(C) Within the period specified by the Enforcement Officer, the owner shall take the appropriate steps to rectify the specified repairs or other work to bring the property into compliance with this chapter. No owner of property shall fail to comply with a repair order or notice of violation within the time prescribed, or an extension thereof as may be granted by the Enforcement Officer.
(Ord. 1222-98, passed 10-27-1998) Penalty, see § 151.99