(A) Exit requirements.
(1) Minimum number of exits shall conform to the requirements of the State Building Code as applicable.
(2) Every stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto, including without limitation, handrails and guardrails, shall be maintained in a structurally sound condition, in good repair. Each shall be properly anchored and capable of supporting live or dead loads.
(B) Electrical facilities.
(1) No receptacles, ceiling fixtures or other fixtures shall be hanging loose, unless designed and rated for that purpose.
(2) All switches and receptacles shall be safe.
(3) There shall be no unsafe wiring.
(4) There shall be no drop or extension cords in excess of six feet in length used in place of permanent wiring.
(5) No circuits shall be overloaded.
(6) Fuses shall be sized correctly and not bridged out.
(7) All wiring shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
(C) Exterior walls.
(1) There shall be no unsafe wall conditions such that the plumbline from the top center of studs falls outside the base plate at any point along the wall.
(2) Maximum spacing for studding, providing they show signs of being weak or overloaded, shall comply with the requirements of the State Building Code.
(3) Studs or other structural members shall be structurally sound and not likely to cause structural weakness in the future.
(4) There shall be no broken or cracked structural members.
(5) All siding shall be reasonably weather-tight, with no holes or excessive cracks or decayed boards, or siding material.
(6) There shall be no loose siding.
(7) There shall be no deterioration because of lack of preventative maintenance consisting of painting, waterproofing and repair.
(D) Roofs.
(1) All structural members shall be maintained free from deterioration, and shall be capable of safely supporting the dead and live loads.
(2) The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects which admit water or rain. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior of the structure. Roof drains, gutters, scuppers and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair, and free from obstructions. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a health or safety hazard.
(E) Porches, vestibules and external covered areas.
(1) The floor, ceiling and roof shall be equal to requirements set forth in this chapter, except sills, joists and floors need not be level if providing drainage of floors; floors need not be weather-tight.
(2) Every stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto, including, without limitation, handrails and guardrails, shall be maintained in a structurally sound condition, in good repair. Each shall be properly anchored, and capable of supporting imposed loads.
(F) Windows. Windows, where provided, including frames, sash components and glazing shall be maintained in good condition, with no broken, cracked or missing glazing.
(G) Property maintenance.
(1) Building structure. Exterior wood surfaces not inherently resistant to deterioration shall be treated with a protective coating of paint or other suitable preservative with sufficient frequency to prevent deterioration.
(2) Open areas. There shall be no heavy undergrowth or accumulation of plant growth which is noxious or detrimental to health, or because it is overgrown, may provide harborage for criminal activity.
(3) Infestation. Grounds, buildings and structures shall be maintained free of infestation by rodents, insects and other pests.
(4) Chimneys and towers. All chimneys, cooling towers, smoke stacks and similar appurtenances shall be maintained structurally safe and sound, and in good repair. All exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.
(Ord. passed 9- -2010)