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§ 150.02 RESERVED.
§ 150.03 PLUMBING CODE, MECHANICAL CODE ADOPTED.
   (A)   The BOCA Basic Plumbing Code, most current edition, for adoption by local government, is hereby adopted by reference.
   (B)   The BOCA Basic Mechanical Code, most current edition, for adoption by local government, is hereby adopted by reference.
('77 Code, § 33.101) (Ord. 98, eff. 3-5-40; Am. Ord. 196, eff. 5-7-75)
   (C)   Copies of each of the codes hereby adopted are on file in the office of the City Clerk and shall be available for public inspection during regular business hours.
   (D)   A Plumbing Inspector appointed by the City Council shall enforce the provisions of the Plumbing Code by the performance of such duties as are prescribed therein.
('77 Code, § 33.102)
(Ord. 98, eff. 3-5-40) Penalty, see § 10.99
ELECTRIC CODE; ELECTRICAL LINES
§ 150.15 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE ADOPTED.
   The city hereby adopts the 2002 edition of the National Electric Code. The code is adopted by reference and made a part of this code the same as if set forth in full herein. Copies of the National Electric Code are on file in the office of the Clerk and available for public inspection during regular business hours.
(Ord. 308, passed 2-7-05)
§ 150.16 COUNTY RESPONSIBLE FOR ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT.
   Pursuant to the provisions of Section 8b(7) of the State Construction Code Act of 1972 (Public Act 230 of 1972), being M.C.L.A. § 125.1508b(7), as amended, the city hereby transfers responsibility for the administration and enforcement of its Electrical Code provisions to the County of Sanilac.
(Ord. 315, eff. 4-19-10)
DANGEROUS BUILDINGS
§ 150.40 DEFINITION.
   For the purpose of this subchapter the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
   DANGEROUS BUILDING. Any building or structure which has any of the following defects or is in any of the following conditions.
   (A)   Whenever any door, aisle, passageway, stairway or other means of exit does not conform to the approved fire code of the city.
   (B)   Whenever any portion has been damaged by fire, wind, flood, or by any other cause in such a manner that the structural strength or stability is appreciably less than it was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code of the city for a new building or similar structure, purpose or location.
   (C)   Whenever any portion or member or appurtenance is likely to fall or to become detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property.
   (D)   Whenever any portion has settled to such an extent that walls or other structural portions have materially less resistance to winds than is required in the case of new construction by the building code of the city.
   (E)   Whenever the building or structure or any part, because of dilapidation, deterioration, decay, faulty construction or because of the removal of some portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting such building or portion thereof, or for other reason, is likely to partially or completely collapse, or some portion of the foundation or underpinning is likely to fall or give away.
   (F)   Whenever for any reason whatsoever the building or structure or any portion is manifestly unsafe for the purpose for which it is used.
   (G)   Whenever the building or structure has been so damaged by fire, wind or flood, or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated as to become an attractive nuisance to children who might play therein to their danger, or as to afford a harbor for vagrants or criminals, or as to enable persons to resort thereto for the purpose of committing a nuisance or unlawful acts.
   (H)   Whenever a building or structure used or intended to be used for dwelling purposes, because of dilapidation, decay, damage or faulty construction or arrangement or otherwise is unsanitary or unfit for human habitation or is in a condition that is likely to cause sickness or disease when so determined by the Health Officer, or is likely to work injury to the health, safety or general welfare of those living within.
   (I)   Whenever any building becomes vacant, dilapidated and open at door or window, leaving the interior of the building exposed to the elements or accessible to entrance by trespassers.
(Ord. 226, passed 4-4-88)
§ 150.41 UNLAWFUL CONDUCT.
   It shall be unlawful for any owner or agent thereof to keep or maintain any building or part thereof to keep or maintain any building or part thereof which is a dangerous building as defined in § 150.15 of this subchapter.
(Ord. 226, passed 4-4-88) Penalty, see § 10.99
§ 150.42 NOTICE OF HEARING ON VIOLATION.
   (A)   When the whole or any part of any building or structure is believed to be in a dangerous or unsafe condition, the City Administrator or Building Inspector shall request the City Clerk to schedule a hearing before the City Council.
   (B)   The City Clerk shall schedule a hearing for the City Council to determine whether or not a violation of this subchapter has occurred.
   (C)   The City Clerk shall issue a notice of the hearing to each occupant and each owner of a recorded property interest in the building or structure.
   (D)   The notice shall specify the time and place of the hearing to determine the condition of the building or structure, at which time and place the person to whom the notice is directed shall have the opportunity to show cause why the building or structure should not be found to be demolished or otherwise made safe.
   (E)   All notices shall be in writing and shall be served upon the person to whom they are directed personally, or in lieu of personal service, may be mailed, return receipt requested, addressed to the person at their last known address, at least ten days before the date of the hearing described in the notice. If any person to whom a notice is directed is not personally served, in addition to mailing the notice, a copy thereof shall be posted upon a conspicuous part of the building or structure, at least seven days prior to the hearing.
(Ord. 226, passed 4-4-88)
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