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For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ELECTRICAL. This pertains to the installation of wires and conduits for the purposes of transmitting electricity, and the installation of fixtures and equipment in connection therewith.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS. Any individual, partnership or corporation that engages in the business of or employs others for the construction, alteration or repair of any electrical wiring used for the purpose of furnishing heat, light or power.
ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR. Any person certified by the Commissioner of Housing, Buildings and Construction pursuant to KRS 227.489 who, for compensation, inspects the construction and installation of electrical conductors, fitting, devices and fixtures for light, heat or power service equipment to ascertain the compliance with the National Electrical Code incorporated in the Uniform State Building Codes promulgated pursuant to KRS 198B.050 or the standards of safety of the commonwealth.
ELECTRICIANS. Any person who is employed by an electrical contractor and is engaged in the construction, alteration or repair of any electrical wiring used for the purpose of furnishing heat, light or power.
(1992 Code, § 150.50) (Ord. 13-91, passed 6-27-1991)
The Uniform State Building Code as is by reference at § 150.01, above, shall also be extended to include one- and two-family dwellings, and the same shall have the effect as if it were written fully herein, as a minimum standards for the construction, alteration and repair of any electrical wiring done within the effective area of this subchapter. These standards shall also be used by the electrical inspector in making his or her inspections.
(1992 Code, § 150.51) (Ord. 13-91, passed 6-27-1991)
The formerly established Northern Kentucky Electric Association, the examining and appeal board consisting of seven members as authorized in KRS 227.450 and 227.500, shall:
(A) Administer electrical contractor’s examinations which have been selected and approved by the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction and administer electrician examination;
(B) Have the power to issue, renew, suspend and revoke electrical contractor and electrical licenses;
(C) Have the power to require electrical contractors and electricians to pay reasonable fees for examinations, initial licenses and renewals;
(D) Accept an electrical contractor examination certificate issued by the Department of Housing, Building and Construction as evidence that an applicant has met the examination requirements;
(E) Have the power to require all electrical contractors and electricians to conform to reasonable standards prior to engaging in their occupations;
(F) Compile and submit to the Department of Housing, Building and Construction all disciplinary actions taken against licensed electrical contractors on a quarterly bases; and
(G) Have all other powers authorized for a “local examining board” by KRS 227.450 et seq.
(1992 Code, § 150.52) (Ord. 13-91, passed 6-27-1991)
(A) It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the business of installing, altering or repairing, within the limits of the city, any electrical wiring, devices or equipment unless such individual is the holder of the electrical contractors license or employed by a licensed electrical contractor and a holder of any electrician’s license.
(B) Application for such license must be made in writing to the Board, stating the name, experience and qualifications of applicant.
(C) Upon said applicant’s complying with the requirements of this subchapter and passing an examination approved by the Northern Kentucky Electric Association, a license shall be granted to the individual applying for the same.
(1992 Code, § 150.53) (Ord. 13-91, passed 6-27-1991) Penalty, see § 150.99
There is hereby established an agreement of reciprocity between the city and any other city and county in which there exists, legislation basically containing the provisions of this subchapter and the Mayor of the city is hereby authorized to execute an interlocal agreement(s) with any such city or county.
(1992 Code, § 150.54) (Ord. 13-91, passed 6-27-1991)
The fees for permits and inspection shall be as provided for in the County and Municipal Planning and Zoning Commission’s Building Inspection Department, planning and zoning fee schedule.
(1992 Code, § 150.55) (Ord. 14-91, passed 6-27-1991; Ord. 09-2018, passed 1-15-2019) Penalty, see § 150.99
MAINTENANCE OF VACANT, FORECLOSED PROPERTIES
For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CITY ATTORNEY. The City Attorney of the City of Highland Heights or his or her designee.
CODE OFFICIAL. The Code Enforcement Officer of the City of Highland Heights or his or her designee.
FORECLOSED. A property upon which a mortgagee has filed an action in foreclosure in order to recover monies pursuant to a mortgage agreement which has been secured by a lien on property.
MORTGAGEE. Any for-profit lender who is a party to a mortgage agreement and whose interest in that agreement is secured by a lien on residential property.
PERSON IN CONTROL. The person, persons or entity holding title to the freehold estate of the premises; a mortgagee or vendee in possession; a receiver; an executor; a trustee; and any person, public or private entity, lessee or holder of a lesser estate in the premises, and/or its duly authorized agent(s), with the authority to bring a building or premises into compliance with the provisions of this subchapter, including, but not limited to any mortgagee that has filed an action in foreclosure on the particular premises at issue, until title to the premises is transferred to a third party.
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY. Parcel of land which contains a dwelling or structure that provides living accommodations for persons.
VACANT. Unoccupied or without authorized human inhabitants.
VACANT, FORECLOSED PROPERTY REGISTRATION FORM. A form publicly available from the City Clerk or Zoning Administrator that mortgagees subject to the requirements of this subchapter must complete and submit as specified in this section.
(1992 Code, § 150.70) (Ord. 03-2013, passed 4-16-2013)
(A) Initial filing.
(1) Within ten business days of filing a foreclosure action on residential property that is vacant at the time of filing, the mortgagee shall submit a vacant, foreclosed property registration form for the City Clerk or Zoning Administrator.
(2) A mortgagee is not required to submit the vacant, foreclosed registration form if the residential property located within the city is not vacant on the date of the filing of a foreclosure action on the property. However, if the residential property becomes vacant at any point during the foreclosure process, the mortgagee shall submit a vacant, foreclosed property registration form regarding the property to the city’s Zoning Administrator and City Clerk within ten business days of the vacancy.
(3) The vacant, foreclosed property registration form shall contain the following information:
(a) Description of the residential property, including, but not limited to, the street address and parcel identification number;
(b) The name, street address and telephone number of a natural person, 18 years of age or older, or a business entity registered with the Kentucky Secretary of State designated by the mortgagee as an authorized agent for receiving notices of code violations and for receiving process in any court proceeding or administrative enforcement proceeding on behalf of the mortgagee in connection with enforcement of this subchapter, and this person or entity must maintain an office in the state or must actually reside in the state; and
(c) The mortgagee shall pay the initial registration fee listed in § 150.57.
(B) Change of information. The mortgagee shall notify the city’s Zoning Administrator and City Clerk within ten business days of any change of information on the foreclosed property registration form. The vacant, foreclosed property registration form shall be maintained with accurate information until the property is sold at a judicial sale, transferred to a bona fide owner-occupant, or an unaffiliated third party. The mortgagee shall notify the Zoning Administrator and City Clerk in writing when the property is transferred to a bona fide owner-occupant or an unaffiliated third party, the property is reoccupied, or the property is sold at a judicial sale, so the property may be promptly removed from the registry.
(C) Annual requirements. On an annual basis, the mortgagee shall pay the annual registration fee listed in § 150.57.
(1992 Code, § 150.71) (Ord. 03-2013, passed 4-16-2013) Penalty, see § 150.99
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