(A) The provisions of this chapter apply uniformly to the alteration, repair, equipment, use and occupancy and maintenance of all existing residential buildings and structures within the jurisdiction of the city that are marketed for rent, actually leased to tenants or non-owner occupants, or otherwise occupied by a non-owner with the owner’s express or implied consent, irrespective of the date of construction, unless an exception or exemption is specifically made in this chapter.
(B) Any residential property that is the subject of an unrecorded land contract or purchase agreement shall be treated the same as rental property. The contract seller shall have the duties, responsibilities, and be subject to the same penalties, both criminal and civil, as the owner of rental property.
(C) The chapter specifically does not apply to owner-occupied, single-family dwellings, unless specifically stated in a particular division of this chapter or if any portion of the dwelling (i.e., separate room, basement, and the like) is marketed for rent, actually leased to tenants or non-owner occupants, or otherwise occupied by a non-owner with the owner’s express or implied consent
(Ord. 2664, passed 12-8-2020)