For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
(a) “Dangerous or Unfit Building.” A structure possessing any of the following defects:
(1) Structures whose interior or exterior bearing walls or other vertical structural members list, lean, or buckle to such an extent as to weaken the structural support they provide;
(2) Structures which, exclusive of the foundations, show damage to or deterioration of approximately one-third or more of the supporting member or members, or damage or deterioration of approximately 50% or more of the non-supporting enclosing or outside walls or covering;
(3) Structures which have improperly distributed loads upon the floors or roofs or in which the same are overloaded to a dangerous degree, or which have insufficient strength to be reasonably safe for the purpose used;
(4) Structures which have been so damaged by wind, or other causes as to no longer provide adequate shelter from the elements, or have become dangerous to life, health, safety, morals or the general welfare of the occupants or the public;
(5) Structures lacking facilities required by this chapter or other Village ordinances or codes, for egress in case of fire or panic, or those having insufficient stairways and elevators, fire escapes or other means of access;
(6) Structures and premises lacking the minimum light, air, and sanitation facilities required by this or other Village ordinances or codes for the protection of present and future occupants;
(7) Structures which have parts or appurtenances which are so attached that they may fall and injure occupants or the general public or damage property;
(8) Structures and premises which have become or are dilapidated, decayed, unsafe, unsanitary or vermin-infested, or which are likely to cause sickness, disease or injury to occupants or the general public; or
(9) Structures and premises which constitute a serious hazard to the health or safety of the occupants or the general public because of the location, general conditions, state of the premises, or overcrowding.
(b) “Fire-Damaged or Deteriorated Structure.” Any structure which has become damaged by fire or deterioration; the extent of the damage in the judgment of the Fire Chief, Zoning Inspector, Police Chief or Village Administrator exceeds 50% of the value of the structure; and the structure is judged unsafe and dangerous.
(Ord. 980. Passed 1-3-06.)