The provisions of this code shall apply to all existing residential and non-residential structures and all existing premises and constitutes minimum requirements and standards for ventilation, space, heating, sanitation, protection from the elements, life safety, safety from fire and other hazards, and for safe and sanitary maintenance of property and premises and for public welfare, the occupancy of existing structures and premises, and for administration, enforcement, and penalties.
(Prior Code, § 11.01.020) (Ord. 669, passed - -2000)