(a) Every person in charge of a designated historic property shall keep in good repair: all of the exterior portions of the building or structure; and all interior portions thereof which, if not so maintained, may cause it to deteriorate or become damaged or otherwise to fall into a state of disrepair. The purpose of this provision is to prevent a person from forcing the demolition of a building or structure by neglecting it and by permitting damage to it because of weather or vandalism. A person shall meet the requirements of this paragraph by complying with the building regulations of the City. No provision of this article shall be interpreted to require an owner or tenant to undertake an alteration or to restore a building or structure to its original appearance.
(b) The Commission shall prepare and maintain a list of designated properties that are not being maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. The City staff shall help in the preparation and maintenance of this list which will be based on the City's rules and regulations. The Commission may ask the Zoning Officer to inspect a building so that it will have current information on the property. When necessary for reasons of health or safety, the Zoning Officer may seek access to the interior of a landmark or a building or structure in the Historic District in accordance with the instructions of the City Attorney. The Commission shall regularly review its list of deteriorating properties and may request a meeting with the owner or tenant when the property is in poor repair. The Commission shall discuss with the owner or tenant ways to improve the condition of the property. The Commission shall discuss with City staff the condition of the property and steps to remedy the existing condition. The steps may include the taking of legal action against the owner or tenant.
(c) In any case where the City determines that there are emergency conditions dangerous to life, health or property that affect a designated property, the City shall order the remedying of these conditions without the approval of the Commission. The City staff shall promptly notify the chair of the Commission of the action being taken.