1361.04 PURPOSE.
   The purpose of Chapters 1361-1366 is to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of occupants in non-owner-occupied buildings used or intended to be used for human habitation as hereafter provided by:
   (a)   Establishing minimum standards for exterior property areas, exterior structure, interior structure, basic facilities, light and ventilation, occupancy requirements, and fire safety. These standards are designed to be reasonably high but at the same time practical and attainable.
   (b)   Fixing the responsibilities of owners, operators, occupants, and Responsible Local Agents of dwellings and dwelling units.
   (c)   Providing for administration, enforcement, and penalties.
      (Ord. 002-2023. Passed 1-3-23.)