Every space heating, cooking, and water heating device located in a dwelling or multi-family dwelling shall be properly installed, connected and maintained and shall be capable of performing the function for which it was designed, which design shall be adequate to assure sufficient heat for the health and safety of the occupants of the dwelling or dwelling unit in which it is installed. No dwelling or dwelling unit shall be deemed to comply with the requirements of this chapter unless:
(a) When the dwelling or dwelling unit is heated by a central heating system:
(1) The central heating unit is in good operating condition;
(2) Every heat duct, steam pipe and hot water pipe is free of leaks and functions so that adequate heat is delivered where intended; and
(3) Every seal between the section of a hot air furnace is in good repair.
(b) When the dwelling or dwelling unit is heated by space heaters:
(1) Every space heater burning solid, liquid or gaseous fuels is properly vented to a chimney or duct leading to outdoor space;
(2) Every coal-burning space heater has a fire-resistant panel beneath it;
(3) Every space heater located close to a wall is equipped with insulation sufficient to prevent overheating of the wall; and
(4) Every space heater smoke pipe is equipped with guards made of metal or other nonflammable material at the point where the pipe goes through a wall, ceiling or partition.
(c) There are no portable heaters burning solid, liquid or gaseous fuels.
(d) Every smoke pipe and every chimney is adequately supported, reasonably clean and maintained in such condition that there will be no leakage or backing up of noxious gases, nor the presence of a fire hazard.
(Ord. 2022-15. Passed 8-1-22.)
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