For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DANGEROUS BUILDING.
(1) A structure which, for lack of proper repairs or because of age and dilapidated condition or of poorly installed electrical wiring or equipment, defective chimney, gas connection or heating apparatus, or for any other reason, is liable to cause fire and which is situated or occupied in a manner that endangers other property or human life;
(2) A structure containing combustible or explosive materials or inflammable substances liable to cause fire or danger to the safety of the building, premises or to human life;
(3) A structure which is in a filthy or unsanitary condition liable to cause the spread of contagious or infectious disease; or
(4) A structure in such a weak, dilapidated or deteriorated condition that it endangers a person or property because of the probability of partial or entire collapse.
PERSON. Every natural person, firm, partnership, association or corporation.
(Prior Code, § 7.10.010) (Ord. 118, passed 10-19-1981)