A building shall be deemed well-kept and adequately protected from intrusion by trespassers and from deterioration by the weather if:
(a) Building openings. Doors, windows, areaways and other openings are weather-tight and secured against entry by birds, vermin and trespassers. Missing or broken doors, windows and opening coverings are covered with at least one-half inch of CDX plywood, weather protected, tightly fitted to the opening and secured by screws or bolts;
(b) Roofs. The roof and flashings are sound, tight, will not admit moisture and drained to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior;
(c) Drainage. The building gutters and downspouts are watertight and entire storm drainage system is adequately sized, installed in an approved manner, functional and discharged in an approved manner;
(d) Building structure. The building is maintained in good repair, structurally sound, free from debris, rubbish and garbage, and sanitary, and interior floors, walking surfaces and stairs are structurally sound, and interior walls and ceilings are free of loose or hanging plaster and finishes, so as not to pose a threat to the public health or safety;
(e) Structural members. The structural members are free of deterioration and capable of safely bearing imposed dead and live loads;
(f) Foundation walls. The foundation walls are plumb, free from open cracks and breaks, and rat proof;
(g) Exterior walls. The exterior walls are free of holes, breaks and loose or rotting materials. Exposed metal and wood surfaces are protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment;
(h) Decorative features. The cornices, belt courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative features are safe, anchored and in good repair. Exposed metal and wood surfaces are protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment;
(i) Structure extensions. All balconies, porches, canopies, marquees, signs, metal awnings, cornices, stairways, fire escapes, standpipes, exhaust ducts and similar features are in good repair, anchored, safe and sound. Exposed metal and wood surfaces are protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment;
(j) Chimneys and towers. Chimneys, cooling towers, smokestacks and similar appurtenances are structurally safe. Exposed metal and wood surfaces are protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment;
(k) Sidewalk openings. Yard-walks, steps and openings in sidewalks are safe for pedestrian travel;
(l) Accessory and appurtenant structures. Accessory and appurtenant structures such as garages, sheds, and fences are free from safety, health and fire hazards; and
(m) Premises. The premises on which a structure is located is clean, safe and sanitary, maintained free of weeds, junk cars and litter, and does not pose a threat to the public health or safety.
(Ord. 15-09, passed 6-2-2009)