Every occupant of a dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit shall give the owner or operator or his or her agent or employee access to any part of such dwelling, dwelling unit or rooming unit for the purposes of making such inspection, maintenance, repairs or alterations as are necessary to comply with the provisions of this chapter; provided, the occupant shall be given twenty-four (24) hours’ written notice prior to any inspection, except in case of emergency, when immediate access shall be granted.