For the purpose of this article, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
BASEMENT. That portion of a building which is partly or completely below grade.
DANGEROUS STRUCTURES. Any unoccupied dwelling or other building which shall be found to have any or all of the following defects:
(1) The building or dwelling is structurally unsafe, unstable, unsanitary, vermin infested, and/or a fire hazard;
(2) The building or dwelling lacks unblocked exit facilities, provisions for proper occupancy of any future occupants to include adequate heat, light, ventilation, water and sewer; or
(3) The building or dwelling lacks adequate maintenance because of dilapidation, obsolescence and/or extended abandonment.
DILAPIDATED. A structure declared by the city to be unfit for human habitation or utility.
DWELLING or BUILDING. Any structure which contains one or more rooms arranged for and with facilities for human occupancy.
EXTERIOR PROPERTY. The open space on the premises and on adjoining property under the control of the owner and/or occupant of such premises.
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE. The code which has been duly enacted by the City Council, copies of which are on file at City Hall.
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE. The code which has been duly enacted by the City Council, copies of which are on file at City Hall.
OWNER. The owner or agent of record of real property as shown by the most current tax rolls of the County Treasurer.
PREMISES. A lot, plot, tract or parcel of land including the buildings and structures thereon.
STRUCTURE. That which is built or constructed.
UNOCCUPIED. Any structure not in actual use according to its zoning and/or constructed or intended purpose.
VACANT. Any structure temporarily not in use.
(Ord. 3203, passed 7-7-09)