1507.07 PROPERTIES EXEMPT FROM REGISTRATION.

   (a)   Property under active construction or renovation and having a valid building permit(s) shall be exempt from registration for a period of one (1) year from the date that the first building permit is issued unless a good cause exemption is granted by the Fire Chief.

   (b)   Property which has suffered fire damage or damage caused by extreme weather conditions shall be exempt from the registration requirement for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of the fire or extreme weather event, contingent on the Owner submitting a request for the exemption in writing to the Fire Chief. This request shall include the names and addresses of the Owner(s), and a statement of intent to repair and reoccupy the property in an expedient manner, or of intent to demolish the building or other structure on the property.

   (c)   Property that is for sale and listed with a licensed State of Ohio realtor shall be exempt for a period of twelve (12) months from the start of the vacancy, provided that the Owner or Owner's representative submits proof to the Fire Chief of such listing and “for sale” status.

   (d)   Property that has been granted an exemption pursuant to a written request by the Owner for an exemption from the provisions of this Chapter and good cause shown therefore. The Fire Chief shall timely consider the request. In determining whether good cause exists to grant a request for exemption, the Fire Chief shall consider the following:

      (1)   The Owner's prior record of violations of State and City Housing Codes, Building Codes and Property Maintenance Codes;

      (2)   The amount of Vacant Property the Owner currently owns within the City; and

      (3)   The length of time that the Vacant Property for which the exemption is sought has been vacant.

         (Ord. 2021-4-24. Passed 4-14-21.)