The citizens of San Bernardino have become increasingly concerned with the unsightliness, the deterioration, and the degradation of certain properties, whether residential, commercial or any other zoning designation in their neighborhoods and have sought the help of City government in their effort to preserve their neighborhoods. Local governments have the authority to establish minimum requirements for property maintenance to protect the health, safety and appearance of neighborhoods. Enforcement of these minimum maintenance requirements can reduce and eliminate blight and deterioration of neighborhoods, protecting both property values and neighborhood integrity. The Mayor and Common Council hereby find that the deterioration of neighborhoods by the failure to maintain properties to minimum standards results in an adverse effect on the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of this City.
(Ord. MC-1292, 2-03-09; Ord. MC-679, 9-19-89)