(a) Inspection authority. The administrator is authorized to conduct such inspections as the administrator deems necessary to ensure compliance with all provisions of this article. The administrator shall have right of entry at any reasonable hour upon the premises. The administrator shall have the authority to inspect all unoccupied dwelling units upon giving reasonable notice to the owner, landlord, resident, or property manager. The administrator shall have the authority to inspect any occupied dwelling unit when, upon reliable information, the administrator has reason to believe that violations of this article or of state law exist that involve serious threats to life, safety, health or property.
(b) Inspection frequency. Inspections shall be performed as often as necessary for the enforcement of this article. The administrator shall determine the frequency of inspections to be made under this article.
(c) Inspection based on complaint. In addition to any other authority granted by this article, the administrator shall have the authority to inspect based on complaints or other credible information indicating the possibility of a violation of this article.
(Ord. No. 3099, § 4, 2-14-02)