(A) General. The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to public health, safety or welfare.
(B) Protective treatment. All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks, fascia and fences, shall be maintained in good condition. Exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering treatment. Excessive peeling, flaking and chipped paint shall be eliminated and surfaces repainted. All siding and masonry joints as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights, shall be maintained weather resistant and water tight. All metal surfaces subject to rust and corrosion and all surfaces with rust or corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit future rust or corrosion. Excessive oxidation stains shall be removed from exterior surfaces. Surfaces designed for stabilization by oxidation are exempt from this requirement.
(C) Structural members. All structural members shall be maintained free from excessive deterioration.
(D) Foundation walls. All foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and free from excessive open cracks and breaks and shall be kept in such a condition so as to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests.
(E) Exterior walls. All exterior walls shall be free from excessive holes, breaks and loose or rotting materials and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent deterioration and shall be kept in such a condition so as to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests.
(F) Roofs and drainage. The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roof drains, gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in safe and sound condition and free from obstructions. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that affects public health or safety.
(G) Decorative features. All cornices, belt cornices, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative features shall be maintained in safe and sound condition with proper anchorage and in a safe condition.
(H) Overhanging extensions. All overhanging extensions, including but not limited to canopies, marquees, signs, metal awnings, fire escapes, standpipes and exhaust ducts shall be maintained in a safe and sound condition and be properly anchored. When required, all exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against excessive decay or rust by application of weatherproofing materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.
(I) Stairways, decks, porches and balconies. Every exterior stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto shall be maintained in a safe and sound condition.
(J) Chimneys and towers. All chimneys, cooling towers, smoke stacks, and similar appurtenances shall be maintained in a safe and sound condition. All exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against excessive decay or rust by application of weatherproofing materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.
(K) Handrails and guards. Handrails and guards shall be maintained in a safe and sound condition.
(L) Window, skylight and door frames. Every window, skylight, and door frame shall be kept in a safe and sound condition and weather tight.
(M) Glazing. All glazing materials shall be maintained free from excessive cracks and holes.
(N) Doors. All exterior doors, door assemblies and hardware shall be maintained in a safe and sound condition.
(O) Basement hatchways. Every basement hatchway shall be maintained in a safe and sound condition and in a manner, that prevents the entrance of rodents, rain and surface drainage waters.
(P) Guards for basement windows. Every basement window shall be maintained to prevent the entrance of rodents, rain and surface drainage waters.
(Q) Fences and retaining walls (sound condition, painted or treated). All fences, retaining walls or similar structures shall be anchored in such a way that such devices remain firmly in the ground, and shall be constructed in a workmanlike manner so that such devices shall always be in a safe and sound condition. All fences, retaining walls and similar structures shall be erected parallel to property lines (if applicable), plumb, taunt, and the top portions being level. The bottom portion of such devices shall follow the contour of the ground. If any such fence, retaining wall or similar structure is found not to be in a sound or safe condition, it shall be removed, repaired or replaced.
(Ord. 17-016, passed
7-11-2017)