(a) In general. Each permit holder shall ensure the residents' health, safety, comfort, and protection through the standards contained in this section that address the construction, remodeling, and maintenance of a boarding home facility.
(b) Applicable regulations. Each boarding home facility must comply with the following codes and regulations:
(1) Local zoning, building and property maintenance codes.
(2) Federal, state, or local adopted fire codes and standards.
(3) Federal, state, and local health and safety codes.
(4) Federal and state accessibility regulations.
(c) Public pathways and stairways. A public pathway or stairway in a building must maintain a minimum unobstructed width in accordance with the local fire code, as amended, and must be provided with a convenient light switch controlling an adequate light system.
(d) Maintenance.
(1) The permit holder shall maintain the dwelling and premises in a clean and sanitary condition.
(2) The permit holder shall keep a boarding home facility in good repair and maintenance in a manner that will promote the health, comfort, safety, and well-being of residents.
(3) The permit holder shall be responsible for the extermination of any insects, rodents or other pests in the rooms occupied by residents, storage areas, attics, or on the premises or yard.
(Ord. 25952-01-2023, § 1, passed 1-10-2023, eff. 4-15-2023)