(A) General.
(1) Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the minimum conditions and standards for safety and sanitary maintenance relating to structures and premises.
(2) Responsibility. No person shall occupy or let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit for the purpose of living therein which does not comply with the following requirements and in a clean and sanitary condition including, but not limited to, the following standards:
(a) Floors, floor coverings and other walking surfaces shall be kept free of filth, garbage, human and animal waste, litter, refuse and any other unsanitary matter.
(b) Walls, ceilings, windows and doorways shall be kept free of dirt, greasy film, soot and any other unsanitary matter.
(c) Water closets, lavatories, sinks, showers and bathtubs shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition; no material shall be deposited in any such fixture which may result in the obstruction of such fixture or of any connected plumbing lines.
(d) All interior spaces of a structure and accessory structure, including all contents thereof shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition. (‘74 Code, § 14.7-1) (IPMC 2006 § 701)
(B) Means of egress.
(1) General. Every dwelling, dwelling unit and rooming house shall have at least two safe unobstructed means of egress leading to safe and open space at ground level. At least one means of egress must have a minimum head room of six feet six inches. All means of egress shall be in accordance with applicable state and local codes and ordinances.
(2) Exits. All exits intended for use as a means of egress shall be readily openable for emergency exit without the need for keys, special knowledge or effort in accordance with applicable state and local building and fire codes.
(C) Fire protection systems.
(1) General. Every building used in whole or in part for dwelling purposes shall be provided with the fireproofing and fire protection systems according to applicable state and local fire codes.
(2) Smoke alarms. Smoke alarms are to be in proper working order and installed according to applicable state and local fire codes. (IPMC 2006 § 704)
(Ord. G-31-85, passed 12-23-85; Am. Ord. G-37-86, passed 11-25-86; Am. Ord. G-25-99, passed 12-14-99; Am. Ord. G-03-09, passed 2-24-09; Am. Ord. G-9-17, passed 4-25-17)