In order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the town and its citizens, it is the purpose of this subchapter to establish minimum standards of maintenance, sanitation, and safety relating to nonresidential buildings or structures, as expressly authorized by G.S. § 160A-439. This subchapter provides for the repair, closing, or demolition of nonresidential buildings or structures as a result of a public necessity caused by conditions that are dangerous to the public health, safety, and welfare. It is the further purpose of this subchapter to preserve the character and integrity of the community and to promote the comfort, happiness, and safety of community residents.
(Ord. 16-163, passed 5-17-2016)