The Code Enforcement Officer or his or her authorized representative is authorized to make inspections of properties and structures in order to examine and survey the same at any reasonable hour for the purpose of enforcing the provisions of this Zoning Code. Prior to seeking entry to any property or structure for such examination or survey, the Code Enforcement Officer or his or her authorized representative shall attempt to obtain the permission of the owner or occupant to inspect. If such permission is denied or cannot be obtained, the Code Enforcement Officer or his or her authorized representative shall request the assistance of the Law Director in securing a valid search warrant prior to entry.
(Ord. 2012-20, passed 4-17-2012)