For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
STRUCTURE UNIT FOR HUMAN OCCUPANCY. A structure that is unsafe, or because of the degree in which it lacks maintenance or is in disrepair; is unsanitary; vermin or rat infested; contains filth and contamination; or lacks ventilation, illumination, sanitary or heating facilities or other essential equipment, or because its location constitutes a hazard to it occupants or to the public.
UNREASONABLE REPAIRS. When the cost of repair to a structure would exceed 100% of the County Auditor’s true value of such structure; such repairs shall be presumed unreasonable.
UNSAFE EQUIPMENT. Any boiler, heating equipment, elevator, moving stairway, electrical wiring or device, flammable liquid or containers, or other equipment on the premises or within the structure which is in such disrepair or condition that it is found to be a hazard to life, health, property or safety of the public or occupants of the premises or structure. UNSAFE EQUIPMENT may contribute to the finding that a structure is unsafe or unfit for human occupancy or use.
UNSAFE STRUCTURE. One in which all or part thereof is found to be dangerous to life, health, property or the safety of the public or its occupants because it is so damaged, decayed, dilapidated, structurally unsafe or of such faulty construction or unstable condition that it is likely to partially or completely collapse.
(Prior Code, § 9.15.01.01)