The exterior of premises and all structures thereon shall be kept free from all nuisances and any hazards to the safety of occupants, pedestrians and other persons utilizing the premises, and free from unsanitary conditions. Any of the foregoing shall be promptly removed and abated by the owner or operator. It shall be the duty of the owner or operator to keep the premises free from hazards, including, but not limited to, the following:
(a) Refuse. An accumulation of brush, broken glass, stumps and roots that presents a safety hazard, or garbage, trash and debris that present an unsanitary condition or a safety hazard.
(b) Natural Growth. Dead trees and limbs or other natural growth which, by reason of rotting or deteriorating conditions or storm damage, constitutes a hazard to persons in the vicinity thereof.
(c) Overhangings. Loose and overhanging objects which, by reason of their location above ground level, constitute a danger of falling on persons in the vicinity thereof.
(d) Foundation Walls. Foundation walls shall be kept structurally sound, free from defects and damage and capable of bearing imposed loads safely.
(e) Chimneys and Flue and Vent Attachments. Chimneys and all flue and vent attachments thereto shall be maintained structurally sound, free from defects, and so maintained as to capably perform at all times the function for which they were designed and shall be capable of withstanding the action of flue gases.
(Ord. 6-96. Passed 1-6-96.)