(A) Properties subject to these Article shall be maintained in a secure manner so as not to be accessible to unauthorized persons.
(B) A "secure manner" shall include, but not be limited to, the closure and locking of windows, doors, gates and other openings of such size that may allow a child to access the interior of the property or structure. Broken windows, doors, gates, and other openings of such size that may allow a child to access the interior of the property or structure must be repaired. Broken windows shall be secured by re-glazing of the window.
(C) If a property is Registrable, and the property has become vacant or blighted, a property manager shall be designated by the mortgagee and/or owner to perform the work necessary to bring the property into compliance with the applicable code(s), and the property manager must perform regular inspections to verify compliance with the requirements of this subchapter, and any other applicable laws.
(D) In addition to the above, the property is required to be secured in accordance with the applicable code(s) of the city.
(E) Failure of the mortgagee and/or property owner of record to properly inspect and secure a property subject to this subchapter is a violation and shall be subject to enforcement by any of the enforcement means available to the city. The city may take the necessary action to ensure compliance with this section, and recover costs and expenses in support thereof.
(Ord. 20-010, passed 5-6-20)