The codes administrator is hereby authorized and directed to exercise the powers prescribed in this article. He may exercise such powers as may be necessary or convenient to carry out and effectuate the purposes and provisions of this article, including the following powers in addition to others granted by this article or the enabling legislation:
(1) To investigate dwelling conditions in the county in order to determine whether dwellings therein are unfit for human habitation;
(2) To administer oaths and affirmations, examine witnesses and receive evidence;
(3) To enter upon premises for the purpose of making examinations, provided such entries be made in such manner as to cause the least possible inconvenience to the persons in possession;
(4) To appoint and fix the duties of such officers, agents and employees as he deems necessary to carry out the purposes of this article; and
(5) To delegate any of his functions and powers under this article to such officers and agent as he may designate.
(1976 Code, § 5-53) (Ord. 733, § 3)