(a) Bedding.
(1) Each guest room shall be equipped with at least one mattress and foundation. Mattresses and foundations shall be kept clean, with no tears or other damage and shall be free from stains and soiling. Mattresses or foundations that are stained with blood or other bodily fluids shall be immediately removed and disposed of in a safe and sanitary manner.
(2) Sheets and pillowcases shall be laundered after each use by a guest. Mattress pads shall be laundered if they are odorous, exhibit evidence of perspiration or other bodily fluids, or become soiled. Bed linens that are used by the same guest for more than one day shall be changed at least three times a week, or more often if they are heavily soiled.
(3) Comforters and blankets shall be kept clean. They shall be washed frequently. Pillows shall be clean and free from odors and stains. Stained or soiled pillows shall be immediately removed and disposed of in a sanitary manner.
(b) Walls and Floors.
(1) All of the surfaces in the sleeping room, including floors, walls, ceilings, and ventilation grills, shall be maintained in good condition, and composed of materials that are easily cleanable.
(2) Carpeting shall be well secured to the floor, shall lie flat, and be free from rips, torn edges, odors, or excessive staining.
(3) There shall be sufficient natural or artificial light in the guest room at all times to provide for proper cleaning, reading, safety, and the comfort of the guests.
(4) Linoleum and tile shall be secured to the floor, and shall not be severely cracked or broken.
(5) Baseboards or cove base shall be installed in every sleeping room and bathroom and shall be firmly attached to the walls.
(c) Cleaning.
(1) Doors, doorframes and handles, switch covers, telephones, and remote controls shall be cleaned daily with a disinfectant cleaner whenever the guest room is in use or it is anticipated to be used.
(2) Walls, carpeting, baseboards, window frames, and other surfaces shall be cleaned whenever they become dirty or tobacco smoke residue is observed.
(3) Horizontal surfaces, lampshades, draperies, and other furnishings shall be clean and free from dust or dirt.
(4) Carpeting shall be thoroughly vacuumed daily. Food residue, bodily fluids, and excessive soil shall be immediately spot cleaned. Carpeting behind and under room furnishings and in corners shall be cleaned at least once every week.
(5) The interior and exterior of microwave ovens and refrigerators, if permitted by the City Building Official, shall be cleaned daily to remove food residue and dirt.
(6) Refrigerators shall maintain an internal temperature of forty-five degrees Fahrenheit (45° F) or lower when in operation.
(7) The interior of microwave ovens shall be smooth and free from rust, exposed metal, or evidence of burning or scorching. The microwave door shall seal tightly and the door window shall be intact.
(d) Heating Units.
(1) Heating and air conditioning units shall be maintained in operable condition at all times. All heating and air conditioning units shall be of sufficient size and configuration to allow them to rapidly heat the air and maintain a minimum room temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit (72° F). All controls for the unit shall be operable, and the switches, buttons, or knobs for the control shall be in place.
(2) Heating and air conditioner filters, covers, coils, and condenser pans shall be clean and free from dirt, bacteria and debris.
(3) Condenser pans shall be equipped with a functioning condensate drain, which shall be directed to the exterior of the building or be plumbed into the building’s plumbing system.
(4) Heating and air conditioning unit grilles, filters and cabinets shall be intact, secure and in good repair.
(e) Electrical Inspections. Before providing small electrical appliances for the use by guests, the owner or authorized agent shall have the electrical service in the facility inspected and approved by the City Building Official or a certified building inspector.
(f) Bathrooms.
(1) Every guest room shall be equipped with an adjacent toilet room and plumbing fixtures as required in the applicable provisions of Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 4101 (Ohio Building Code). No modifications to the plumbing shall take place unless and until the City Building Official approves them.
(2) Walls, floors, ceilings, doors, doorframes, door handles, plumbing fixtures, toilet handles, lighting fixtures, switch covers, finish materials, and vanities shall be composed of materials that are smooth and easily cleanable.
(3) Floors, ceilings, vanities, and light fixtures shall be maintained in good condition, and they shall be free from soil, dirt, tobacco smoke residue, and dust.
(4) Door handles, doorframes, switch covers, toilet handles, and other tactile surfaces shall be cleaned and disinfected daily.
(5) Bathtubs, showers and lavatories shall provide hot and cold water in sufficient quantity and pressure to permit bathing and hand washing in compliance with accepted engineering standards.
(6) Soap, clean towels, and washcloths shall be available at all times.
(7) Toilets shall fill and flush properly at all times. The exterior, interior, and base of the toilet bowl, and the toilet seat shall be cleaned daily with a disinfectant cleaner. The toilet seat shall be secure, smooth, and easily cleanable. Toilet paper shall be available to the guests at all times.
(8) Bathroom lighting shall be sufficient to provide for adequate cleaning, and for the safety and comfort of the guests.
(9) Bathrooms that exhibit evidence of moisture damage or mold, or which contain odors shall be equipped with a mechanical ventilation system that adequately displaces humid air and odors from the bathroom.
(10) The bathroom floor shall be swept and then mopped daily, using a disinfectant cleaner. The bathroom floor shall be composed of a durable, easily cleanable material.
(11) Each bathroom shall be provided with a waste collection container that is made of durable material, that is smooth and easily cleanable, and which is of adequate size for the number of guests occupying the room.
(12) All electrical outlets within a six-foot proximity to water shall be protected by a Ground Fault Current Interrupter.
(g) Mold.
(1) Guest rooms and bathrooms shall be inspected as often as necessary to determine if water or mold has damaged materials such as wall covering, drywall, or particle board.
(2) If mold is found, the contaminated area shall not be used until the mold contamination has been properly remediated, following the current guidelines in the New York City Health Department “Guidelines for the Remediation of Mold and Fungi in Indoor Environments”.
(h) Animals.
(1) Owners or authorized agents who elect to permit pets upon the premises shall designate specific rooms in the hotel, motel or extended stay hotel for that purpose. The doors to such rooms shall be so labeled.
(2) Owners or authorized agents who elect to permit pets upon the premises shall also establish and enforce rules to control pets within the property. No guest shall allow his or her pet to run at large or to become a nuisance.
(3) Rooms in which animals have been kept by a guest shall be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to remove fur, dander, urine, feces, and other contamination. In the event that fleas are discovered in the sleeping room, the room shall not be rented until the fleas have been eradicated by a licensed pest control applicator.
(i) Solid Waste Disposal. At least one waste collection container shall be provided in each sleeping room. The container shall be made of smooth and easily cleanable material. Solid waste shall be collected and removed from the room each day.
(Ord. 2006-01. Passed 1-3-06.)