For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DANGEROUS BUILDING.
(1) Structure that, for lack of proper repairs, or because of age and dilapidated condition or of poorly installed electrical wiring or equipment, defective chimney, gas connection, or heating apparatus, or for any other reason, is liable to cause fire, and which is situated or occupied in a manner that endangers other property or human life;
(2) A structure containing combustible or explosive materials or inflammable substances liable to cause fire or danger to the safety of the building, premises, or to human life;
(3) A structure that is in a filthy or unsanitary condition liable to cause the spread of contagious or infectious disease; and/or
(4) A structure in such weak dilapidated or deteriorated condition that it endangers a person or property because of the probability of partial or entire collapse.
PERSON. Every natural person, firm, partnership, association, or corporation.
(Ord. 30.01, passed 1-8-1991)