(A) The window-glazed area in each habitable room of a dwelling shall not be less than 8% of the floor area or eight square feet, whichever is greater.
(B) The openable window area in each habitable room in a dwelling shall be equal to at least one-half of the minimum allowance window area and facing directly to the outside for ventilation unless the room is served by an approved ventilating system.
(C) All windows and doors opening to the outside shall be adequately screened unless the room is served by an approved ventilating system. Screens shall fit openings snugly, and the screen mesh shall not be torn or otherwise defective.
(D) Screens shall not be permanently fixed to the window frame or sash.
(E) Bathrooms shall provide ventilation through natural or mechanical means to the outside.
(F) All windows and doors in dwellings opening to the outside shall be reasonable weather tight, free of cracked or broken glass, and shall have operable locks. Any glazed area shall be glass.
(G) Kitchen exhaust equipment shall be operable, maintained, and vented to exterior. Ductless range hoods are not required to be vented to the exterior.
(H) Clothes dryer vents and ducts shall terminate on the exterior. Screens of a type that may trap lint shall not be installed at the termination. All ductwork shall be properly supported and free of obstructions which impede air flow.
(Ord. No. 23-082, § 1, passed 12-14-2023)