Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this code, or whenever the code official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a structure or upon a premises a condition in violation of this code, the code official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect or perform the duties imposed by this code, provided that if such structure or premises is occupied the code official shall present credentials to the occupant and request entry. If such structure or premises is unoccupied, the code official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused or the person having charge or control cannot be located, the code official shall utilize the procedures set forth in § 99.15 of this chapter to obtain an administrative search warrant, unless a lawful exception to the requirement for a warrant exists.
(Ord. 2018-03, passed 9-18-17)