All vacant buildings or property shall comply with the following criteria:
(a) Exterior property areas are to be mowed regularly and non-cultivated gardens maintained at no more than 17 inches of growth. All noxious weeds are prohibited;
(b) All structures are to be broom swept and cleared of all contents, not including building materials or components to be used in the future renovation at that structure;
(c) Electrical service is to be provided to the building and shall comply with the Town’s Building Code requirements;
(d) Interior lighting and exterior lighting shall be provided in such a manner as to illuminate the area so that police officers, fire fighters and other town personnel are protected from hazards that may cause harm during inspections or in other pursuits of their respective duties;
(e) Unstable interior or exterior surfaces and components shall be removed;
(f) All loose, deteriorated and broken windows and doors are to be covered to eliminate the danger of their falling and to prevent unwanted entry by trespassers. Any material used to accomplish the foregoing shall be attached in a neat and orderly fashion so as not to create an eyesore to the Town;
(g) All loose or deteriorated trim, gutter or overhanging extensions are to be removed or reattached to prevent falling and/or creating a hazard;
(h) Regular routine monitoring of the building shall be done by the owner or the owner’s agent to ensure that the building is being kept in compliance with the foregoing;
(i) The owner of the vacant building or property shall be notified in writing of any corrective action deemed necessary for life, safety and building code matters by City officials, the applicable code provisions or regulations, and will be afforded a reasonable time to take the corrective action deemed necessary.
(j) The Town Building Inspector, Fire Chief, or Town Manager shall have the authority to issue orders to the owner for corrective action deemed necessary.
(Ord. 2016-10. Passed 8-11-16; Passed 5-4-23.)