Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this chapter, or whenever the Code Enforcement Officer has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a violation of this chapter, the Code Enforcement Officer is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect or perform the duties imposed by this chapter, provided that, if the structure or property on which the violation exists is occupied, the Code Enforcement Officer shall present credentials to the occupant and request entry. If such structure or property is unoccupied, the Code Enforcement Officer shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the structure or property and request entry. If entry is refused, the Code Enforcement Officer shall have recourse to the remedies provided by law to secure entry, such as obtaining a warrant pursuant to state and local laws.
(Ord. 916, passed 4-17-17)