If the building official deems it necessary in the performance of his duties and responsibilities imposed herein, the building official may request an inspection and report be made by any other city department or retain the services of an expert(s) whenever the building official deems such services are necessary. The building official shall follow the following standards in ordering repair, vacation, or demolition of a dangerous building:
A. If the dangerous building can reasonably be repaired so that it no longer will exist in violation of the terms of this chapter, it shall be ordered repaired.
B. If the dangerous building is in such condition as to make it dangerous to the health, safety, and/or welfare of its occupants, it shall be ordered vacated and repaired.
C. In all cases where a dangerous building cannot be repaired so that it no longer will exist in violation of the terms of this chapter, it shall be demolished.
D. In all cases where a dangerous building is a fire hazard existing or erected in violation of this chapter or any other city ordinance, or state or federal statute, it shall be ordered repaired or demolished.
E. In all cases because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, decay, damage, faulty construction or arrangement, inadequate light, air or sanitation facilities, or otherwise, are unsanitary, unfit for human habitation, or in such a condition that is likely to cause sickness or disease, so as to threaten the health, safety, or welfare of those occupying (or who may occupy) such building or structure, it shall be ordered repaired or demolished.
All repairs that are deemed necessary to bring the dangerous building/structure into compliance with this chapter must conform to the building code as adopted by the city and any other city ordinances. (Ord. 2013-562, 9-3-2013)