A. It is hereby found and declared that there exist in this city dwelling units which are unfit for human habitation due to deterioration, dilapidation, defects increasing the hazards of fire, accidents and other calamities, lack of ventilation, light and sanitary facilities, and due to other conditions rendering such dwellings unsafe or unsanitary, and dangerous and detrimental to the health, safety and morals, and otherwise harmful to the welfare of the residents of the city.
B. In order to protect the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the city this article hereby establishes and provides for administration of minimum standards of fitness for the initial and continued occupancy of all buildings used for human habitation.
(Ord. No. O-21-06-15-5, §1, 6-15-21)