(A) An annual inspection is required to verify the standard of care. The standard of care shall be in compliance with the appropriate city codes, but is not limited to:
(1) Protective treatment. All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks and fences, shall be maintained in good condition, weather tight and in such condition to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests. All exposed wood or metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion, other than decay resistant woods or surfaces designed for stabilization by oxidation 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. All surfaces with rust or corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit future rust and corrosion. Oxidation stains shall be removed from exterior surfaces. All siding, cladding and masonry joints, as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights shall be maintained weather resistant and water tight.
(2) Premises identification. The property shall have address numbers placed in a position to be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of six inches high. All buildings shall display a vacant building identification placard as required by the City Manager.
(3) Structure. All structural members and foundation shall be maintained from deterioration, and shall be capable of safely supporting the imposed loads.
(4) Exterior walls. All exterior walls shall be kept in good condition and shall be free from holes, breaks, loose or rotting materials, and graffiti.
(5) Roof and drainage. The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent accumulation, dampness or deterioration. Roof drains, gutters, and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair, free from obstructions and operational.
(6) Decorative features. All cornices, belt courses, corbels, applications, wall facing and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition.
(7) Overhangs, extensions and awnings. All overhang extensions including, but not limited to canopies, marquees, signs, awnings, and fire escapes shall be maintained in good repair and be property anchored and supported as to be kept in a sound and safe condition.
(8) Stairways, decks, porches and balconies. Every exterior stairway, deck porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto, shall be maintained structurally sound, in good repair, with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed loads.
(9) Chimneys and towers. All chimneys, cooling towers, smoke stacks and similar appurtenances shall be maintained structurally safe and sound, and in good repair.
(10) Handrails and guards. Every exterior handrail and guard shall be firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally imposed loads and shall be maintained in good condition.
(11) Windows, skylights and doors. Every window, storefront, skylight and exterior door part, including but not limited to the frame, the trim, window screens and hardware shall be kept in sound condition and good repair. All broken or missing windows shall be replaced with glass and secured in a manner to prevent unauthorized entry. All broken or missing doors shall be replaced with new doors which shall be secured to prevent unauthorized entry. All glass shall be maintained in sound condition and good repair. All exterior doors, door assemblies and hardware shall be maintained in good condition and secured. Locks at all exterior doors, exterior attach access, windows or exterior hatchways shall tightly secure the opening. Windows and doors shall not be secured by plywood or other similar means mounted on the exterior except as a temporarysecuring measure, and the same shall be removed within a period designated by the City Manager.
(12) Basement hatchways and windows. Every basement hatchway shall be maintained to prevent the entrance of rodents, rain and surface drainage water. Every basement window that is operable shall be supplied with rodent shields, storm windows or other approved protection against entry of rodents.
(B) The property shall be secured and maintained, both structure and grounds, against trespasser, including maintaining all windows and doors with locks, replacing all broken doors and windows, and securing any other opening into the structure that are readily accessible to trespassers. In the event that windows cannot be maintained as required herein, the owner or property manager shall secure windows that are visible from any public rights-of-way with rigid transparent materials such as but not limited to clear Lexan type material. No opaque (typically plywood) boarding materials shall be used where visible from the public rights-of-way.
(C) The owner shall take all reasonable steps necessary to prevent any criminal activity from occurring on the property.
(D) Weather protection of all exterior surfaces shall be maintained in good condition, including paint on exterior wood surfaces.
(E) Both interior and exterior areas of the property shall be kept free of accumulations of junk, trash, debris, combustible or other materials such as would constitute an unsafe, unsanitary or unsightly conditions or appearance.
(F) All vegetation and landscaping shall be maintained in good and healthy condition and in accordance with all other requirements of city ordinances, land use regulations or approved plans under this chapter.
(G) All parking and driving surfaces shall be maintained in good condition, free of cracks, holes and vegetation, and in accordance with § 302.3 of the adopted International Property Maintenance Code and all other applicable city ordinance requirements.
(H) In all applicable respects, the condition, maintenance and appearance of vacant property shall be subject to the requirements of all applicable state and local ordinances, standards, regulations, and abatement procedures currently in effect. This will include any applicable city issued permits and site plans in the replacement and repair of all elements of the exterior or the building site.
(I) Owners of vacant structures shall remove all combustibles as defined by the Fire Code.
(J) All repairs shall be subject to approval for adequacy by the City Manager. All required permits and final inspections prior to and/or following repairs shall be in accordance with applicable laws and rules.
(K) All vacant buildings shall be maintained in a non-blighted condition, consistent with the requirements of this section. A vacant building in a blighted condition shall be deemed a public nuisance under the Code of Ordinances.
(L) Failure to maintain the vacant property to the standard of care specified by the city is a violation of this chapter.
(M) Providing false information to the city is a violation of this chapter.
(Ord. OR-2194-20, passed 11-9-20)