(a) All foundations of every dwelling structure shall be free of loose, missing or deteriorated mortar, damaged, loose or missing bricks, flaking tiles and other deteriorated foundation materials.
(b) All foundations of every dwelling structure shall be maintained in such condition as to prevent the accumulation of water within the space enclosed by such foundations.
(c) All areas of the foundations which evidence leaning, bowing or cracking shall be a violation of this Housing Code. However, the receipt of a written evaluation from a registered engineer that the basement condition has stabilized or is not likely to worsen shall be prima-facie proof that a violation does not exist, and such written evaluation shall become a part of the inspection report.
(d) All openings into the foundations of every dwelling structure shall be protected against the entrance of rodents.
(Ord. 2008-157. Passed 8-13-08.)