(A) The purpose of this chapter is to provide safeguards to protect life, health, property and public welfare of the citizens of the city by regulating the use, occupancy, location and upkeep of all residential rental property, buildings and structures within the limits of the city. It is the desire of the city to protect the interests of the property owner, the tenant, adjoining property owners and the community as a whole.
(B) Objectives of this chapter include, but are not limited to, the following:
(1) Protect and preserve the stability of residential areas of the city;
(2) The prevention and correction of housing conditions that adversely affect life, safety, health and general well-being of residents;
(3) The prevention of blighted and deteriorating housing in the city;
(4) The prevention of overcrowding of rental dwellings; and
(5) The preservation of the value of land and buildings in the city.
(2001 Code, § 13.020) (Ord. 13, passed 6-2-2014)