Within the City, there may exist now, or in the future, premises, dwellings, dwelling units, rooming units or parts thereof which are in such a condition as to be dilapidated, unsafe, dangerous or unsanitary or contain parts or permit such an occupancy so as to affect or likely affect adversely the health and safety of the occupants thereof of the City. The provisions and guidelines of this Housing Code will correct and prevent such conditions which constitute a hazard to the public health including the physical, mental and social well-being of persons and families, the public safety and general welfare, and will achieve and maintain such levels of residential quality, as will have a satisfactory and beneficial effect on the public health, safety and general welfare.
(Ord. 147-77. Passed 12-19-77.)