The Code Official is authorized to exercise any powers necessary, or convenient, to carry out, and effectuate, the purpose and provisions of this article, including the following powers, in addition to others granted:
(A) To investigate the dwelling conditions in the town in order to determine which dwellings therein are unfit for human habitation;
(B) To administer oaths, affirmations, examine witnesses, and receive evidence;
(C) To enter upon premises for the purpose of making examinations in a manner that will do the least possible inconvenience to the persons in possession;
(D) To appoint and fix the duties of officials, agents, and employees necessary to carry out the purposes of the ordinances; and
(E) To delegate any of the functions, and powers, under the article to other officials, and other agents.
(Ord. 21-2018, passed 12-3-2018)
Statutory reference:
Similar provisions, G.S. § 160A-448.