The City Enforcement Officer is authorized to exercise such powers as may be necessary or convenient to carry out and effectuate the purpose and provisions of this chapter, including the following powers in addition to others herein granted:
(A) To investigate nonresidential buildings located within the city to determine whether they have been properly maintained in compliance with the minimum standards established by this chapter so that the safety and health of the occupants and members of the general public are not jeopardized;
(B) To administer oaths and affirmations, examine witnesses, and receive evidence;
(C) To enter upon premises for the purpose of making examinations and inspections, provided that the entries shall be made in accordance with all applicable constitutional protections, statutes, ordinances, and regulations and in such a manner as to cause the least possible inconvenience to the persons in possession; and
(D) To appoint and designate the duties of such officers, agents, and employees as the City Enforcement Officer deems necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter.
(Ord. 22 ORD 12-14, passed 12-4- 14)