SECTION 301 GENERAL.
301.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the minimum conditions and the responsibilities of persons for maintenance of structures, equipment and exterior property.
301.2 Responsibility. The owner of the premises shall maintain the structures and exterior property in compliance with these requirements, except as otherwise provided for in this code. A person shall not occupy as owner-occupant or permit another person to occupy premises which are not in a sanitary and safe condition and which do not comply with the requirements of this chapter. Occupants of a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit are responsible for keeping in a clean, sanitary and safe condition that part of the dwelling unit, rooming unit, housekeeping unit or premises which they occupy and control.
301.3 Vacant structures and land. All vacant structures and premises thereof or vacant land shall be maintained in a clean, safe, secure and sanitary condition as provided herein so as not to cause a blighting problem or adversely affect the public health or safety.
(Ord. 79-2016. Passed 8-23-16.)
301.4 Safety and security (added). The owners and managers of all multi-family residential properties shall provide locked security to the interior common areas of all such properties and shall provide a minimal level of safety and security to the properties' tenants. For purposes of this section, multi-family residential properties is defined as those buildings or properties with four or more living units per building accessed from a common entrance and shall be referred to as "property" and/or ''properties'' in this section 301.4 and all of its subparts. The safety and security required to be provided shall be at minimum the following:
301.4.1 Exterior Property Areas.
301.4.1.1 The owners or managers of all such properties shall make every reasonable and practical effort to remove the ice and snow from areas frequented by the properties’ occupants, including but not limited to parking areas, sidewalks and walkways, trash dumpster areas, and the entire exit travel path – the walkway or path from every required exit door to a public way.
(Ord. 94-2019. Passed 10-22-19.)
301.4.1.2 (EDITOR’S NOTE: Former subsection 301.4.1.2 was repealed by Ordinance 128-2022, passed October 25, 2022.)
301.4.2 Interior Property Areas.
301.4.2.1 The owners or managers of all properties shall provide locked security to the interior common areas of all properties. Such common areas, including but not limited to lobbies, corridors. stairways, elevators, mail rooms, and other similar areas shall be accessed only with the use of a key or as approved by the City's code official, an equally-effective electronic means to prevent unauthorized persons from entering the building on the property. Exit doors shall always remain openable from the inside without any keys. tools or special knowledge required to open the door. A City Division of fire lock box shall be provided at the entrance designated by the Division of Fire to every secured building.
301.4.2.2 The owners or managers of all properties shall provide and maintain in good working order the resources for emergency personnel, visitors and delivery personnel to notify each individual living unit of their arrival. The system may be either hard-wired or wireless and shall at the minimum provide a two-way voice intercom connection between the main entrance of the building and each individual apartment unit.
301.4.2.3 The owners or managers of all properties shall ensure that all corridors, stairways, lobby areas, and all other common areas of the building are properly lit whenever the building is occupied. Such areas are properly lit when the intensity of the lighting is not less than 1 foot-candle (11 lux) at the walking surface.
301.4.2.4 The owners or managers of all properties shall ensure that all corridors, stairways, lobby areas, and all other common areas of the building are provided with emergency illumination whenever the building is occupied. Such emergency illumination shall be of an intensity of not less than 1 foot-candle at the source, with no point along the path of egress from the building being less than 0.1 foot-candle at the walking surface. Emergency illumination shall be provided with a backup power source which shall be either an emergency generator or battery backup and that will power all emergency fixtures for a minimum period of not less than ninety minutes.
30 1.4.2.5 The owners or managers of all properties shall ensure that the means of egress elements from the building, which includes the exit access, the exit and the exit discharge as defined in the Ohio Building Code, corridors, stairways, lobbies, sidewalks and all other exit elements of the property shall be maintained at all times in a safe and sanitary manner and in the condition of their original approval by the City. Areas shall be kept completely free of any stored materials, garbage or trash. No furniture, either temporary or permanent, shall be placed in a required exit pathway. Floor and stair coverings shall be noncombustible and shall have a slip-resistant surface and be securely attached to the floor and stair.
(Ord. 94-2019. Passed 10-22-19.)
SECTION 302 EXTERIOR PROPERTY AREAS.
302.1 Sanitation. All exterior property and premises shall be maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition. The occupant shall keep that part of the exterior property which such occupant occupies or controls in a clean and sanitary condition.
302.2 Grading and drainage. All premises shall be graded and maintained to prevent the erosion of soil and to prevent the accumulation of stagnant water thereon, or within any structure located thereon.
Exception: Approved retention areas and reservoirs.
302.3 Sidewalks and Driveways. (amended) All sidewalks, walkways, stairways, driveways, parking areas and other similar areas shall be kept in a proper state of repair and maintained free from hazardous or defective conditions. such as, but not limited to:
1. Any block having a surface crack greater than one-half inch (0.5") in width;
2. Any whole or partial section of adjacent blocks where the edges adjoining each differ by more than one-half inch (0.5") in height;
3. Any block having a transverse slope toward the street greater than one inch (1") per horizontal foot;
4. Any block having a reverse slope away from the street that impounds more than one-half inch (0.5") of water in depth;
5. Any block having a depression that impounds more than (1") of water in depth.
All driveways and drive aprons shall be kept in a safe condition, free from holes, depressions or large cracks. Any driveway or apron in need of repair or constituting a dangerous condition shall be replaced in accordance with Section 1175.03 of the Codified Ordinances.
302.4 Weeds. (amended) All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of six inches (6") in height. All noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. Upon failure of the owner or agent having charge of a property to cut and destroy weeds after service of a notice violation, they shall be subject to prosecution in accordance with Section 106.3 and as prescribed by the authority having jurisdiction. Upon failure to comply with the notice of violation, any duly authorized employee of the jurisdiction or contractor hired by the jurisdiction shall be authorized to enter upon the property in violation and cut and destroy the weeds growing thereon, and the costs of such removal shall be paid by the owner or agent responsible for the property.
Exception: The Building Commissioner may permit weeds and plant growth in excess of six inches (6") in height to the extent that environmental requirements may warrant such or in cases where the clear cutting of a premises or exterior property is unreasonable.
302.5 Rodent harborage. All structures and exterior property shall be kept free from rodent harborage and infestation. Where rodents are found, they shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes which will not be injurious to human health. After pest elimination, proper precautions shall be taken to eliminate rodent harborage and prevent reinfestation.
302.6 Exhaust vents. Pipes, ducts, conductors, fans or blowers shall not discharge gases, steam, vapor, hot air, grease, smoke, odors or other gaseous or particulate wastes directly upon abutting or adjacent public or private property or that of another tenant.
302.7 Accessory structures. All accessory structures, including detached garages, fences and walls, shall be maintained structurally sound and in good repair.
302.8 Motor vehicles. (amended) Except as provided for in other regulations, no motor vehicle shall be parked, kept or stored on any premises, in a state of major disassembly, disrepair, or in the process of being stripped or dismantled. Painting of vehicles is prohibited unless conducted inside an approved spray booth.
Exception: A vehicle of any type is permitted to undergo major overhaul, including body work, provided that such work is performed inside a structure or similarly enclosed area designed and approved for such purposes.
302.9 Defacement of property. No person shall willfully or wantonly damage, mutilate or deface any exterior surface of any structure or building on any private or public property by placing thereon any marking, carving or graffiti. It shall be the responsibility of the owner to restore said surface to an approved state of maintenance and repair.
302.10 Parking Lots (added) All parking lots shall be kept in a clean, sanitary condition, free from scrap paper and miscellaneous debris. The parking lot shall also be kept in safe condition, free from holes, depressions and large surface cracks. If a parking lot surrounds or is used for access to a dumpster or trash receptacle on a multi-family parcel, the parking lot shall be constructed of at least eight inches (8") of reinforced concrete or of an asphalt design approved by the City Engineer. All parking lots needing repair or constituting a dangerous condition shall be brought into compliance with this code and in accordance with Section 1175.03 of the Codified Ordinances.
302.11 (added) Exterior masonry walls and appurtenances shall be repaired with matching brick. If a perfect match cannot be obtained, replacement brick masonry shall be reviewed for suitability by the Architectural Board of Review as required by Chapter 154 of these Codified Ordinances. The tuck-pointing of masonry assemblies such as foundations, porches and stairs, chimneys and chimney caps shall be performed in a neat and workmanship-like manner with materials that match the existing in style, color (including mortar color) and texture.
302.12 General Maintenance. (added) No owner or occupant shall maintain or permit to be maintained a condition of an exterior property area which deteriorates or debases the appearance of the neighborhood; reduces property values in the neighborhood; or creates a fire, safety or health hazard or which is a public nuisance.
SECTION 303 SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS AND HOT TUBS.
303.1 Swimming pools. Swimming pools shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, and in good repair.
303.2 Enclosures. (amended) Private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, containing water more than 24 inches (610 mm) in depth shall be completely surrounded by a fence or barrier at least 48 inches (1219 mm) in height above the finished ground level measured on the side of the barrier away from the pool. Gates and doors in such barriers shall be self-closing and self- latching. Where the self-latching device is less than 54 inches (1372 mm) above the bottom of the gate, the release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the gate. Self-closing and self-latching gates shall be maintained such that the gate will positively close and latch when released from an open position of 6 inches (152 mm) from the gatepost. A cover for a hot tub or spa that can be locked in the closed position shall be considered an adequate safety barrier. No existing pool enclosure shall be removed, replaced or changed in a manner that reduces its effectiveness as a safety barrier.
Exception: Spas or hot tubs with a safety cover that complies with ASTM F 1346 shall be exempt from the provisions of this section.
303.3 Ladders. (added) Private swimming pools entered by a portable ladder or a fixed ladder shall have such ladders removed or locked in an inaccessible position while not in use.
SECTION 304 EXTERIOR STRUCTURE.
304.1 General. The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare.
304.1.1 Unsafe conditions. (amended) The following conditions shall be determined as unsafe and shall be repaired or replaced to comply with the Ohio Building Code as required for existing buildings:
1. The nominal strength of any structural member is exceeded by nominal loads, the load effects or the required strength;
2. The anchorage of the floor or roof to walls or columns, and of walls and columns to foundations is not capable of resisting all nominal loads or load effects;
3. Structures or components thereof that have reached their limit state;
4. Siding and masonry joints including joints between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights are not maintained, weather resistant or water tight;
5. Structural members that have evidence of deterioration or that are not capable of safely supporting all nominal loads and load effects? 6. Foundation systems that are not firmly supported by footings, are not plumb and free from open cracks and breaks, are not properly anchored or are not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects;
7. Exterior walls that are not anchored to supporting and supported elements or are not plumb and free of holes, cracks or breaks and loose or rotting materials, are not properly anchored or are not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects;
8. Roofing or roofing components that have defects that admit rain, roof surfaces with inadequate drainage, or any portion of the roof framing that is not in good repair with signs of deterioration, fatigue or without proper anchorage and incapable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects;
9. Flooring and flooring components with defects that affect serviceability or flooring components that show signs of deterioration or fatigue, are not properly anchored or are incapable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects;
10. Veneer, cornices, belt courses, corbels, trim, wall facings and similar decorative features not properly anchored or that are anchored with connections not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects;
11. Overhang extensions or projections including, but not limited to, trash chutes, canopies, marquees, signs, awnings, fire escapes, standpipes and exhaust ducts not properly anchored or that are anchored with connections not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects;
12. Exterior stairs, decks, porches, balconies and all similar appurtenances attached thereto, including guards and handrails, are not structurally sound, not properly anchored or that are anchored with connections not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects; or
13. Chimneys, cooling towers, smokestacks and similar appurtenances not structurally sound or not properly anchored, or that are anchored with connections not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects.
Exceptions:
1. Where substantiated otherwise by an approved method.
2. Demolition of unsafe conditions shall be permitted where approved by the code official.
304.1.2 Vacant parcels. (added) Swimming pools, hot tubs and spas located on vacant, residentially-zoned parcels shall be completely surrounded by a lockable fence or barrier that is at least forty-eight inches (48") in height above the finished ground level, as measured on the side of the barrier away the swimming pool, hot tub or spa; and also have installed a safety cover that complies with ASTM 1346. Such safety cover shall be installed such that water will not gather on top to form a stagnant puddle, and also have the ability to be locked or securely fastened in the closed position, thereby protecting the public from the effects of stagnant or standing water. Gates and doors in such barriers shall be locked by devices that require the use of a key or other similar device.
304.1.3 Dismantling, removing and backfilling swimming pools. (added) If the code official determines that a swimming pool cannot be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, and cannot reasonably be brought into a state of good repair, the swimming pool shall be dismantled, removed or completely backfilled with clean and approved material consisting of clay soil, gravelly clay, sandy clay or combition thereof. Before a swimming pool is backfilled, its wiring and water supply, sewer or gas piping shall be removed, properly capped and terminated and inspected by the code official for compliance herewith. Walls and floors of in-ground swimming pools shall also be removed or crushed to a size less than six inches (6") in diameter before being backfilled.
304.2 Protective treatment. (amended) All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to, doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks and fences shall be maintained in good condition. Exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. Peeling, flaking and chipped paint shall be eliminated and surfaces repainted in a manner and color to match the existing. All siding and masonry joints as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors, and skylights shall be maintained in a manner and color to match the existing and shall be weather resistant and water tight. All metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion shall be coated to inhibit such rust and corrosion and all surfaces with rust or corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit future rust and corrosion. Oxidation stains shall be removed from exterior surfaces. Surfaces designed for stabilization by oxidation are exempt from this requirement.
304.3 Premises identification. (amended) Buildings shall have approved address numbers placed in a position to be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). All suites in a multifamily dwelling shall be identified with their unit numbers or letters on the door leading to each individual dwelling unit.
304.4 Structural members. All structural members shall be maintained free from deterioration, and shall be capable of safely supporting the imposed dead and live loads.
304.5 Foundation walls. All foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks and shall be kept in such condition so as to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests.
304.6 Exterior walls. All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent deterioration.
304.7 Roofs and drainage. (amended)
(a) The roof and flashing shall be sound, weather-tight and not have defects that admit rain. Every roof shall have adequate roof drainage. Roof drainage is adequate if equipped with gutters and downspouts that are well-maintained, free from obstructions and prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Gutters and downspouts shall be connected to a public storm sewer, or, if approved by the code official, a retention system that satisfies either description herein:
1. One or more downspout(s) may be diverted into an approved rain barrel or other structural storage container, provided that the overflow from such appurtenances is directed into the public storm sewer system. Rain barrels or other structural storage containers shall be covered at all times and incorporate a drainage system that directs any overflow away from the building's foundation and into the public storm sewer system. The installation of rain barrels or other structural storage containers shall be subject to the review and approval of the Building Commissioner, and shall conform to the standards set forth by the City for such devices.
2. As an alternative to the requirement of division (a) of this section, that downspouts be connected to the public storm sewer system, one or more downspout(s) may be directed into an approved rain garden. Such rain garden shall be subject to the review and approval of the Building Department and the City Engineer, and shall be constructed in accordance with the latest edition of the Rain Garden Manual for Homeowners. No rain garden shall be constructed until a permit has been obtained as set forth in Section 1325.01.
(b) This requirement shall be waived for existing appurtenant structures if, in the opinion of the Building Commissioner, the drainage does not cause excessive erosion or water damage or does not create a nuisance on public or private property.
304.8 Decorative features. All cornices, belt courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition.
304.9 Overhang extensions. All overhang extensions including, but not limited to canopies, marquees, signs, metal awnings, fire escapes, standpipes and exhaust ducts shall be maintained in good repair and be properly anchored so as to be kept in a sound condition. When required, all exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather-coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.
304.9.1 Signs no longer in use. (added) Signs that are no longer in use shall be removed.
304.10 Stairways, decks, porches and balconies. Every exterior stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto, shall be maintained structurally sound, in good repair, with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed loads.
304.11 Chimneys and towers. All chimneys, cooling towers, smoke stacks, and similar appurtenances shall be maintained structurally safe and sound, and in good repair. All exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather-coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.
304.12 Handrails and guards. Every handrail and guard shall be firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally imposed loads and shall be maintained in good condition.
304.13 Window, skylight and door frames. Every window, skylight, door and frame shall be kept in sound condition, good repair and weather tight.
303.13.1 Glazing. All glazing materials shall be maintained free from cracks and holes.
303.13.2 Openable windows. Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be easily openable and capable of being held in position by window hardware.
304.14 Insect screens. (amended) During the period from May 1 to October 31, every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas or any areas where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored, shall be supplied with approved tightly fitting screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25 mm) and every swinging door shall have a self closing device in good working condition.
Exception: Screens shall not be required where other approved means, such as air curtains or insect repellent fans, are employed.
304.15 Doors. All exterior doors, door assemblies, operator systems if provided, and hardware shall be maintained in good condition. Locks at all entrances to dwelling units, and sleeping units shall tightly secure the door. Locks on means of egress doors shall be in accordance with Section 702.3.
304.16 Basement hatchways. Every basement hatchway shall be maintained to prevent the entrance of rodents, rain and surface drainage water.
304.17 Guards for basement windows. Every basement window that is openable shall be supplied with rodent shields, storm windows or other approved protection against the entry of rodents.
304.18 Building security. Doors, windows or hatchways for dwelling units, room units or housekeeping units shall be provided with devices designed to provide security for the occupants and property within.
304.18.1 Doors. Doors providing access to a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit that is rented, leased or let shall be equipped with a deadbolt lock designed to be readily openable from the side from which egress is to be made without the need for keys, special knowledge or effort and shall have a minimum lock throw of 1 inch (25 mm). For the purpose of this section, a sliding bolt shall not be considered an acceptable deadbolt lock. Such deadbolt locks shall be installed according to manufacturer's specifications and maintained in good working order.
304.18.2 Windows. Operable windows located in whole or in part within 6 feet (1828 mm) above ground level or a walking surface below that provide access to a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit that is rented, leased or let shall be equipped with a window sash locking devices.
304.18.3 Basement hatchways. Basement hatchways that provide access to a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit that is rented, leased or let shall be equipped with devices that secure the units from unauthorized entry.
304.19 Gates. Exterior gates, gate assemblies, operator systems if provided, and hardware shall be maintained in good condition. Latches at all entrances shall tightly secure the gates.
SECTION 305 INTERIOR STRUCTURE.
305.1 General. The interior of a structure and equipment therein shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and in a sanitary condition. Occupants shall keep that part of the structure which they occupy or control in a clean and sanitary condition. Every owner of a structure containing a rooming house, housekeeping units, a hotel, a dormitory, two or more dwelling units or two or more nonresidential occupancies, shall maintain, in a clean and sanitary condition, the shared or public areas of the structure and exterior property.
305.1.1 Unsafe conditions. The following conditions shall be determined as unsafe and shall be repaired or replaced to comply with the International Building Code or the International Existing Building Code as required for existing buildings:
1. The nominal strength of any structural member is exceeded by nominal loads, the load effects or the required strength;
2 . The anchorage of the floor or roof to walls or columns, and of walls and columns to foundations is not capable of resisting all nominal loads or load effects;
3. Structures or components thereof that have reached their limit state;
4. Structural members are incapable of supporting nominal loads and load effects;
5. Stairs, landings, balconies and all similar walking surfaces, including guards and handrails, are not structurally sound, not properly anchored or are anchored with connections not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects;
6. Foundation systems that are not firmly supported by footings are not plumb and free from open cracks and breaks, are not properly anchored or are not capable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects.
Exceptions:
1. Where substantiated otherwise by an approved method.
2. Demolition of unsafe conditions shall be permitted when approved by the code official.
305.2 Structural members. Structural . All structural members shall be maintained structurally sound, and be capable of supporting the imposed loads.
305.3 Interior surfaces. All interior surfaces, including windows and doors, shall be maintained in good, clean and sanitary condition. Peeling, chipping, flaking or abraded paint shall be repaired, removed or covered. Cracked or loose plaster, decayed wood and other defective surface conditions shall be corrected.
305.4 Stairs and walking surfaces. Every stair, ramp, landing, balcony, porch, deck or other walking surface shall be maintained in sound condition and good repair.
305.5 Handrails and guards. Every handrail and guard shall be firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally imposed loads and shall be maintained in good condition.
305.6 Interior doors. Every interior door shall fit reasonably well within its frame and shall be capable of being opened and closed by being properly and securely attached to jambs, headers or tracks as intended by the manufacturer of the attachment hardware.
SECTION 306 COMPONENT SERVICABILITY.
306.1 General. The components of a structure and equipment therein shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and in a sanitary condition.
306.1.1 Unsafe conditions. (amended) Where any of the following conditions cause the component or system to be beyond its limit state, the component or system shall be determined as unsafe and shall be repaired or replaced to comply with the Ohio Building Code or other applicable law as required for existing buildings:
1. Soils that have been subjected to any of the following conditions:
1.1. Collapse of footing or foundation system;
1.2. Damage to footing, foundation, concrete or other structural element due to soil expansion;
1.3. Adverse effects to the design strength of footing, foundation, concrete or other structural element due to a chemical reaction from the soil;
1.4. Inadequate soil as determined by a geotechnical investigation;
1.5. Where the allowable bearing capacity of the soil is in doubt; or
1.6. Adverse effects to the footing, foundation, concrete or other structural element due to the ground water table.
2. Concrete that has been subjected to any of the following conditions:
2.1. Deterioration;
2.2. Ultimate deformation;
2.3. Fractures;
2.4. Fissures;
2.5. Spalling;
2.6. Exposed reinforcement; or
2.7. Detached, dislodged or failing connections.
3. Aluminum that has been subjected to any of the following conditions:
3.1. Deterioration;
3.2. Corrosion;
3.3. Elastic deformation;
3.4. Ultimate deformation;
3.5. Stress or strain cracks;
3.6. Joint fatigue; or
3.7. Detached, dislodged or failing connections.
4. Masonry that has been subjected to any of the following conditions:
4.1. Deterioration;
4.2. Ultimate deformation;
4.3. Fractures in masonry or mortar joints;
4.4. Fissures in masonry or mortar joints;
4.5. Spalling;
4.6. Exposed reinforcement; or
4.7. Detached, dislodged or failing connections.
5. Steel that has been subjected to any of the following conditions:
5.1. Deterioration;
5.2. Elastic deformation;
5.3. Ultimate deformation;
5.4. Metal fatigue; or
5.5. Detached, dislodged or failing connections.
6. Wood that has been subjected to any of the following conditions:
6.1. Ultimate deformation;
6.2. Deterioration;
6.3. Damage from insects, rodents and other vermin;
6.4. Fire damage beyond charring;
6.5. Significant splits and checks;
6.6. Horizontal shear cracks;
6.7. Vertical shear cracks;
6.8. Inadequate support;
6.9. Detached, dislodged or failing connections; or
6.10. Excessive cutting and notching.
Exceptions:
1. Where substantiated otherwise by an approved method.
2. Demolition of unsafe conditions shall be permitted where approved by the code official.
SECTION 307 HANDRAILS AND GUARDRAILS
307.1 General.(amended) Every exterior and interior flight of stairs having more than four risers shall have a handrail on one side of the stair and every open portion of a stair, landing, balcony, porch, deck, ramp or other walking surface which is more than 15 inches (381 mm) above the floor or grade below shall have guards. Handrails shall not be less than 30 inches (762 mm) high or more than 42 inches (1067 mm) high measured vertically above the nosing of the tread or above the finished floor of the landing or walking surfaces. Guards shall not be less than 30 inches (762 mm) high above the floor of the landing, balcony, porch, deck, or ramp or other walking surface.
Exception: Guards shall not be required where exempted by the adopted building code.
SECTION 308 RUBBISH AND GARBAGE.
308.1 Accumulation of rubbish or garbage. All exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage.
308.2 Disposal of rubbish. Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of all rubbish in a clean and sanitary manner by placing such rubbish in approved containers.
308.2.1 Rubbish storage facilities. The owner of every occupied premises shall supply approved covered containers for rubbish, and the owner of the premises shall be responsible for the removal of rubbish.
308.2.2 Refrigerators. Refrigerators and similar equipment not in operation shall not be discarded, abandoned or stored on premises without first removing the doors.
308.3 Disposal of garbage. Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of garbage in a clean and sanitary manner by placing such garbage in an approved garbage disposal facility or approved garbage containers.
308.3.1 Garbage facilities. The owner of every dwelling shall supply one of the following: an approved mechanical food waste grinder in each dwelling unit? an approved incinerator unit in the structure available to the occupants in each dwelling unit; or an approved leak proof, covered, outside garbage container.
308.3.2 Containers. (amended) The operator of every establishment producing garbage shall provide, and at all times cause to be utilized, for outside storage of garbage, approved leak proof containers provided with close-fitting covers for the storage of such materials until removed from the premises for disposal.
308.3.3 Outside Storage. (added) All exterior property and premises shall be kept free and clear from outside storage of out-of use appliances, equipment, motorized vehicles, etc., and discarded or unused building materials.
SECTION 309 PEST ELIMINATION.
309.1 Infestation. All structures shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation. All structures in which insects or rodents are found shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not be injurious to human health. After pest elimination, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent reinfestation.
309.2 Owner. The owner of any structure shall be responsible for pest elimination within the structure prior to renting or leasing the structure.
309.3 Single occupant. The occupant of a one-family dwelling or of a single-tenant nonresidential structure shall be responsible for pest elimination on the premises.
309.4 Multiple occupancy. The owner of a structure containing two or more dwelling units, a multiple occupancy, a rooming house or a nonresidential structure shall be responsible for pest elimination in the public or shared areas of the structure and exterior property. If infestation is caused by failure of an occupant to prevent such infestation in the area occupied, the occupant shall be responsible for pest elimination.
309.5 Occupant. The occupant of any structure shall be responsible for the continued rodent and pest-free condition of the structure.
Exception: Where the infestations are caused by defects in the structure, the owner shall be responsible for extermination pest elimination.
SECTION 401 LIGHT, VENTILATION AND OCCUPANCY LIMITATIONS; GENERAL.
401.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the minimum conditions and standards for light, ventilation and space for occupying a structure.
401.2 Responsibility. The owner of the structure shall provide and maintain light, ventilation and space conditions in compliance with these requirements. A person shall not occupy as owner- occupant, or permit another person to occupy, any premises that do not comply with the requirements of this chapter.
401.3 Alternative devices. (amended) In lieu of the means for natural light and ventilation herein prescribed, artificial light or mechanical ventilation complying with the Ohio Building Code and the Residential Code of Ohio for One-, Two-, and Three-Family Dwellings shall be permitted.
SECTION 403 VENTILATION.
403.1 Habitable spaces. Every habitable space shall have at least one openable window. The total openable area of the window in every room shall be equal to at least 45 percent of the minimum glazed area required in Section 402.1.
Exception: Where rooms and spaces without openings to the outdoors are ventilated through an adjoining room, the unobstructed opening to the adjoining room shall be at least 8 percent of the floor area of the interior room or space, but not less than 25 square feet (2.33m). The ventilation openings to the outdoors shall be based on a total floor area being ventilated.
403.2 Bathrooms and toilet rooms. Every bathroom and toilet room shall comply with the ventilation requirements for habitable spaces as required by Section 403.1, except that a window shall not be required in such spaces equipped with a mechanical ventilation system. Air exhausted by a mechanical ventilation system from a bathroom or toilet room shall discharge to the outdoors and shall not be recirculated.
403.3 Cooking facilities. Unless approved through the certificate of occupancy, cooking shall not be permitted in any rooming unit or dormitory unit, and a cooking facility or appliance shall not be permitted to be present in a rooming unit or dormitory unit.
Exception:
1. Where specifically approved in writing by the code official.
2. Devices such as coffee pots and microwave ovens shall not be considered cooking appliances.
403.4 Process ventilation. Where injurious, toxic, irritating or noxious fumes, gases, dusts or mists are generated, a local exhaust ventilation system shall be provided to remove the contaminating agent at the source. Air shall be exhausted to the exterior and not be recirculated to any space.
403.5 Clothes dryer exhaust. Clothes dryer exhaust systems shall be independent of all other systems and shall be exhausted outside the structure in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Exception: Listed and labeled condensing (ductless) clothes dryers.
SECTION 404 OCCUPANCY LIMITATIONS.
404.1 Privacy. Dwelling units, hotel units, housekeeping units, rooming units and dormitory units shall be arranged to provide privacy and be separate from other adjoining spaces.
404.1.1 Communication system. (added) All multiple family dwelling shall be equipped with a two-way communication system for all entrances and exits.
404.2 Minimum room widths. A habitable room, other than a kitchen, shall not be less than 7 feet (2134 mm) in any plan dimension. Kitchens shall have a clear passageway of not less than 3 feet (914 mm) between counterfronts and appliances or counterfronts and walls.
404.3 Minimum ceiling heights. Habitable spaces, hallways, corridors, laundry areas, bathrooms, toilet rooms and habitable basement areas shall have a clear ceiling height of not less than 7 feet (2134 mm).
Exceptions:
1. In one- and two-family dwellings, beams or girders spaced not less than 4 feet (1219 mm) on center and projecting not more than 6 inches (152 mm) below the required ceiling height.
2. Basement rooms in one- and two-family dwellings occupied exclusively for laundry, study or recreation purposes, having a ceiling height of not less than 6 feet 8 inches (2033 mm) with not less than 6 feet 4 inches (1932 mm) of clear height under beams, girders, ducts and similar obstructions.
3. Rooms occupied exclusively for sleeping, study or similar purposes and having a sloped ceiling over all or part of the room, with a clear ceiling height of at least 7 feet (2134 mm) over not less than one-third of the required minimum floor area. In calculating the floor area of such rooms, only those portions of the floor area with a clear ceiling height of 5 feet (1524 mm) or more shall be included.
404.4 Bedroom and living room requirements. Every bedroom and living room shall comply with the requirements of Sections 404.4.1 through 404.5.
404.4.1 Area for sleeping purposes. Every living room shall contain not less than 120 square feet (11.2 m) and every bedroom occupied by one person shall contain at least 70 square feet (6.5 m) of floor area, and every bedroom occupied by more than one person shall contain at least 50 square feet (4.6 m) of floor area for each occupant thereof.
404.4.2 Access from bedrooms. Bedrooms shall not constitute the only means of access to other bedrooms or habitable spaces and shall not serve as the only means of egress from other habitable spaces.
Exception: Units that contain fewer than two bedrooms.
404.4.3 Water closet accessibility. Every bedroom shall have access to at least one water closet and one lavatory without passing through another bedroom. Every bedroom in a dwelling unit shall have access to at least one water closet and lavatory located in the same story as the bedroom or an adjacent story.
404.4.4 Prohibited occupancy. Kitchens and non-habitable spaces shall not be used for sleeping purposes.
404.4.5 Other requirements. (amended) Bedrooms shall comply with the applicable provisions of this code including, but not limited to, the light, ventilation, room area, ceiling height and room width requirements of this code; the plumbing facilities and water-heating facilities requirements of this code; the heating facilities and electrical receptacle requirements of of this code; and the smoke detector and emergency escape requirements of this code.
404.4.6 Basement bedrooms. (added) Bedrooms and rooms for sleeping purposes shall be permitted in basements and spaces below grade certified for such provided one of the following criteria are met:
1. There shall be a direct means of egress stairway meeting the requirements of the adopted building code from the basement area or area below finished grade to the exterior of the structure.
2. There shall be a window in the bedroom or room used for sleeping purposes meeting the emergency egress requirements for location, height and area as described in the adopted building.
404.7 Occupancy load requirements for habitable spaces. (added) Every dwelling unit shall contain at least 300 square feet of habitable floor area for the first occupant thereof and at least 80 square feet of habitable floor area for every additional occupant thereof, but in no case shall any dwell unit contain less than 400 square feet of habitable floor area. Additionally, no dwelling unit shall be occupied by more than two persons per each bedroom.
TABLE 404.5 MINIMUM AREA REQUIREMENTS (deleted)
404.8 Food preparation. (amended) All spaces to be occupied for food preparation purposes shall contain suitable space and equipment to store, prepare and serve foods in a sanitary manner. There shall be adequate facilities and services for the sanitary disposal of food wastes and refuse, including facilities for temporary storage.
405.1 Third floor occupancy. (added) All third floor rooms certified for occupancy in a detached single family dwelling shall maintain an exterior stairway meeting the requirements of the adopted building code from such third floor to finished grade.
406.1 Efficiency unit. Nothing in this section shall prohibit an efficiency living unit from meeting the following requirements:
1. A unit occupied by not more than one occupant shall have a minimum clear floor area of 120 square feet (11.2 m ). A unit occupied by not more than two occupants shall have a minimum clear floor area of 220 square feet (20.4 m ). A unit occupied by three occupants shall have a minimum clear floor area of
2. The unit shall be provided with a kitchen sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration facilities, each having a minimum clear working space of 30 inches (762 mm) in front. Light and ventilation conforming to this code shall be provided.
3. The unit shall be provided with a separate bathroom containing a water closet, lavatory and bathtub or shower.
4. The maximum number of occupants shall be three.
SECTION 502 REQUIRED FACILITIES.
502.1 Dwelling units. Every dwelling unit shall contain its own bathtub or shower, lavatory, water closet and kitchen sink which shall be maintained in a sanitary, safe working condition. The lavatory shall be placed in the same room as the water closet or located in close proximity to the door leading directly into the room in which such water closet is located. A kitchen sink shall not be used as a substitute for the required lavatory.
502.2 Rooming houses. At least one water closet, lavatory and bathtub or shower shall be supplied for each four rooming units.
502.3 Hotels. Where private water closets, lavatories and baths are not provided, one water closet, one lavatory and one bathtub or shower having access from a public hallway shall be provided for each ten occupants.
502.4 Employees' facilities. A minimum of one water closet, one lavatory and one drinking facility shall be available to employees.
502.4.1 Drinking facilities. Drinking facilities shall be a drinking fountain, water cooler, bottled water cooler or disposable cups next to a sink or water dispenser. Drinking facilities shall not be located in toilet rooms or bathrooms.
502.5 Public toilet facilities. (amended) Public toilet facilities shall be maintained in a safe, sanitary and working condition in accordance with the Ohio Plumbing Code and the Residential Code of Ohio for One-, Two-, and Three-Family Dwellings. Except for periodic maintenance or cleaning, public access and use shall be provided to the toilet facilities at all times during occupancy of the premises.
SECTION 506 SANITARY DRAINAGE SYSTEM.
506.1 General. All plumbing fixtures shall be properly connected to either a public sewer system or to an approved private sewage disposal system.
506.2 Maintenance. Every plumbing stack, vent, waste and sewer line shall function properly and be kept free from obstructions, leaks and defects.
506.3 Grease interceptors. Grease interceptors and automatic grease removal devices shall be maintained in accordance with this code and the manufacturer's installation instructions. Grease interceptors and automatic grease removal devices shall be regularly serviced and cleaned to prevent the discharge of oil, grease, and other substances harmful or hazardous to the building drainage system, the public sewer, the private sewage disposal system or the sewage treatment plant or processes. Records of maintenance, cleaning and repairs shall be available for inspection by the code official.
SECTION 602 HEATING FACILITIES.
602.1 Facilities required. Heating facilities shall be provided in structures as required by this section.
602.2 Residential occupancies. (amended) Dwellings shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68F (20C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms. Cooking appliances shall not be used, nor shall portable unvented fuel-burning space heaters be used, as a means to provide required heating.
602.3 Heat supply. (amended) Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling unit, or sleeping unit, on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during the period from September 15 to May 31 to maintain a temperature of not less than 68F (20C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms.
602.4 Occupiable work spaces. (amended) Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied with heat during the period from September 15 to May 31 to maintain a temperature of not less than 65F (18C) during the period the spaces are occupied.
Exceptions:
1. Processing, storage and operation areas that require cooling or special temperature conditions.
2. Areas in which persons are primarily engaged in vigorous physical activities.
602.5 Room temperature measurement. The required room temperatures shall be measured 3 feet (914mm) above the floor near the center of the room and 2 feet (610 mm) inward from the center of each exterior wall.
SECTION 604 ELECTRICAL FACILITIES.
604.1 Facilities required. Every occupied building shall be provided with an electrical system in compliance with the requirements of this section and Section 605.
604.2 Service. (amended) The size and usage of appliances and equipment shall serve as a basis for determining the need for additional facilities in accordance with NFPA 70. Dwelling units shall be served by a three-wire, 120/240 volt, and single phase electrical service having a rating of not less than 60 amperes.
604.3 Electrical system hazards. Where it is found that the electrical system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure by reason of inadequate service, improper fusing, insufficient receptacle and lighting outlets, improper wiring or installation, deterioration or damage, or for similar reasons, the code official shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard.
604.3.1 Abatement of electrical hazards associated with water exposure. The provisions of this section shall govern the repair and replacement of electrical systems and equipment that have been exposed to water.
604.3.1.1 Electrical equipment. (amended) Electrical distribution equipment, motor circuits, power equipment, transformers, wire, cable, flexible cords, wiring devices, ground fault circuit interrupters, surge protectors, molded case circuit breakers, low-voltage fuses, luminaires, ballasts, motors and electronic control, signaling and communication equipment that have been exposed to water shall be replaced in accordance with the provisions of the Ohio Building Code.
Exception: The following equipment shall be allowed to be repaired where an inspection report from the equipment manufacturer or approved manufacturer's representative indicates that the equipment has not sustained damage that requires replacement:
1. Enclosed switches, rated a maximum of 600 volts or less;
2. Busway, rated a maximum of 600 volts;
3. Panelboards, rated a maximum of 600 volts;
4. Switchboards, rated a maximum of 600 volts;
5. Fire pump controllers, rated a maximum of 600 volts;
6. Manual and magnetic motor controllers;
7. Motor control centers;
8. Alternating current high-voltage circuit breakers;
9. Low-voltage power circuit breakers;
10. Protective relays, meters and current transformers;
11. Low- and medium-voltage switchgear;
12. Liquid-filled transformers;
13. Cast-resin transformers;
14. Wire or cable that is suitable for wet locations and whose ends have not been exposed to water;
15. Wire or cable, not containing fillers, that is suitable for wet locations and whose ends have not been exposed to water;
16. Luminaires that are listed as submersible;
17. Motors;
18. Electronic control, signaling and communication equipment.
604.3.2 Abatement of electrical hazards associated with fire exposure. The provisions of this section shall govern the repair and replacement of electrical systems and equipment that have been exposed to fire.
604.3.2.1 Electrical equipment. (amended) Electrical switches, receptacles and fixtures, including furnace, water heating, security system and power distribution circuits, that have been exposed to fire, shall be replaced in accordance with the provisions of the Ohio Building Code.
Exception: Electrical switches, receptacles and fixtures that shall be allowed to be repaired where an inspection report from the equipment manufacturer or approved manufacturer's representative indicates that the equipment has not sustained damage that requires replacement.
SECTION 605 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
605.1 Installation. All electrical equipment, wiring and appliances shall be properly installed and maintained in a safe and approved manner.
605.2 Receptacles. (amended) Every habitable space in a dwelling shall contain at least two separate and remote receptacle outlets. Every laundry area shall contain at least one grounded- type receptacle or a receptacle with a ground fault circuit interrupter. Every bathroom shall contain at least one receptacle. Any new, altered, modified, repaired or replaced bathroom, kitchen, basement, garage or outdoor receptacle outlet shall have ground fault circuit interrupter protection. All receptacle outlets shall have the appropriate faceplate cover for the location.
605.3 Luminaires. Every public hall, interior stairway, toilet room, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, boiler room and furnace room shall contain at least one electric luminaire. Pool and spa luminaires over 15 V shall have ground fault circuit interrupter protection.
605.4 Wiring. Flexible cords shall not be used for permanent wiring, or for running through doors, windows, or cabinets, or concealed within walls, floors, or ceilings.
SECTION 606 ELEVATORS, ESCALATORS AND DUMBWAITERS.
606.1 General. Elevators, dumbwaiters and escalators shall be maintained in compliance with ASME A17.1. The most current certificate of inspection shall be on display at all times within the elevator or attached to the escalator or dumbwaiter; be available for public inspection in the office of the building operator or be posted in a publicly conspicuous location approved by the code official. The inspection and tests shall be performed at not less than the periodic intervals listed in ASME A17.1, Appendix N, except where otherwise specified by this Codified Ordinances.
606.2 Elevators. In buildings equipped with passenger elevators, at least one elevator shall be maintained in operation at all times when the building is occupied.
Exception: Buildings equipped with only one elevator shall be permitted to have the elevator temporarily out of service for testing or servicing.
SECTION 704 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS.
704.1 General. All systems, devices and equipment to detect a fire, actuate an alarm, or suppress or control a fire or any combination thereof shall be maintained in an operable condition at all times in accordance with the Ohio Fire Code.
704.1.1 Automatic sprinkler systems. Inspection, testing and maintenance of automatic sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with NFPA 25.
704.1.2 Fire department connection. Where the fire department connection is not visible to approaching fire apparatus, the fire department connection shall be indicated by an approved sign mounted on the street front or on the side of the building. Such sign shall have the letters "FDC" not less than 6 inches (152 mm) high and words in letters not less than 2 inches (51 mm) high or an arrow to indicate the location. Such signs shall be subject to the approval of the fire code official.
704.2 Single-and multiple-station smoke alarms. Single-and multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed in existing Groups I-1 and R occupancies in accordance with Sections 704.2.1.1 through 704.2.1.4. Interconnection and power sources shall be in accordance with Sections 704.2.2 and 704.2.3.
704.2.1 Where required. Existing Group I-1 and R occupancies shall be provided with single-station smoke alarms in accordance with Sections 704.2.1.1 through 704.2.1.4. Interconnection and power sources shall be in accordance with Sections 704.2.2 and 704.2.3.
Exceptions:
1. Where the code that was in effect at the time of construction required smoke alarms and smoke alarms complying with those requirements are already provided.
2. Where smoke alarms have been installed in occupancies and dwellings that were not required to have them at the time of construction, additional smoke alarms shall not be required provided that the existing smoke alarms comply with requirements that were in effect at the time of installation.
3. Where smoke detectors connected to a fire alarm system have been installed as a substitute for smoke alarms.
704.2.1.1 Group R-1. Single- or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed in all of the following locations in Group R-1:
1. In sleeping areas.
2. In every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit.
3. In each story within the sleeping unit, including basements. For sleeping units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level.
704.2.1.2 Groups R-2, R-3, R-4 and I-1. Single-or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed and maintained in Groups R-2, R-3, R-4 and I-1 regardless of occupant load at all of the following locations:
1. On the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms.
2. In each room used for sleeping purposes.
3. In each story within a dwelling unit, including basements but not including crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics. In dwellings or dwelling units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level.
704.2.1.3 Installation near cooking appliances. Smoke alarms shall not be installed in the following locations unless this would prevent placement of a smoke alarm in a location required by Section 704.2.1.1 or 704.2.1.2.
1. Ionization smoke alarms shall not be installed less than 20 feet (6096 m) horizontally from a permanently installed cooking appliance.
2. Ionization smoke alarms with an alarm-silencing switch shall not be installed less than 10 feet (3048 mm) horizontally from a permanently installed cooking appliance.
3. Photoelectric smoke alarms shall not be installed less than 6 feet (1829 mm) horizontally from a permanently installed cooking appliance.
704.2.1.4 Installation near bathrooms. Smoke alarms shall be installed not less than 3 feet (914 mm) horizontally from the door or opening of a bathroom that contains a bathtub or shower unless this would prevent placement of a smoke alarm required by Section 704.2.1.1 or 704.2.1.2.
704.2.2 Interconnection. Where more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit or sleeping unit, the smoke alarms shall be interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the individual unit. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one alarm. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over background noise levels with all intervening doors closed.
Exceptions:
1. Interconnection is not required in buildings which are not undergoing alterations, repairs, or construction of any kind.
2. Smoke alarms in existing areas are not required to be interconnected where alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide access for interconnection without the removal of interior finishes.
704.2.3 Power source. Single-station smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring provided that such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Smoke alarms with integral strobes that are not equipped with battery backup shall be connected to an emergency electrical system. Smoke alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.
Exceptions:
1. Smoke alarms are permitted to be solely battery operated in existing buildings where no construction is taking place.
2. Smoke alarms are permitted to be solely battery operated in buildings that are not served from a commercial power source.
3. Smoke alarms are permitted to be solely battery operated in existing areas of buildings undergoing alterations or repairs that do not result in the removal of interior walls or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available that could provide access for building wiring without the removal of interior finishes.
704.2.4 Smoke detection system. (amended) Smoke detectors listed in accordance with UL 268 and provided as part of the building's fire alarm system shall be an acceptable alternative to single- and multiple-station smoke alarms and shall comply with the following:
1. The fire alarm system shall comply with all applicable requirements in the Ohio Fire Code.
2. Activation of a smoke detector in a dwelling or sleeping unit shall initiate alarm notification in the dwelling or sleeping unit in accordance with the Ohio Fire Code.
3. Activation of a smoke detector in a dwelling or sleeping unit shall not activate alarm notification appliances outside of the dwelling or sleeping unit, provided that a supervisory signal is generated and monitored in accordance with the Ohio Fire Code. (Ord. 79-2016. Passed 8-23-16.)