No search warrant shall be issued pursuant to this chapter except on the presentation of evidence of probable cause to believe that a violation is present or that reasonable administrative standards for conducting an inspection are satisfied with respect to the premises sought to be inspected. A sworn affidavit setting forth substantial facts toward establishing probable cause or reasonable administrative standards shall be filed in every instance in which a search warrant is requested. In determining probable cause, the Magistrate shall consider the totality of the circumstances behind the issuance of the search warrant and may consider and weigh evidence of specific knowledge or any other evidence that a substantial basis exists that a search warrant would uncover evidence of a violation. In determining whether reasonable administrative standards are satisfied for the issuance of a warrant, the Magistrate may consider and weigh the following.
(A) The age and general condition of the premises.
(B) Previous violations or hazards found present on the premises and the scope and objects of the search.
(C) The type of premises.
(D) The purposes for which the premises are used.
(E) The presence of hazards or violations and the general condition of premises near the premises sought to be inspected.
(F) The passage of time since a previous inspection.
(Ord. 1197, passed 3-9-98)