(A) For the purpose of making inspections, the Code Official is hereby authorized to enter, examine, and survey, at all reasonable times, all dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units, and premises. The owner, or occupant, of every dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit, or the person in charge thereof, shall give the Official free access to such dwelling, dwelling unit, or rooming unit and its premises, at all reasonable times for the purposes of such inspection, examination, and survey.
(B) Every occupant of a dwelling, or dwelling unit, shall give the owner thereof, or agent or employee, access to any part of such dwelling, or dwelling unit, and its premises, at all reasonable times for the purpose of making such repairs, or alterations, as are necessary to effect compliance with the provisions of this article, or with any lawful order issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 21-2018, passed 12-3-2018)
Statutory reference:
Power to inspect, G.S. Chapter 160D.