(A) The following official placards shall be used to designate the condition of buildings or structures following a disaster.
(1) “INSPECTED—Lawful Occupancy Permitted” may be posted on any building or structure where no apparent hazard has been found. Placement of this placard does not mean that there is no damage to the building or structure.
(2) “RESTRICTED OR LIMITED ENTRY” may be posted on each damaged building or structure where the damage has created a hazardous condition which justifies restricted occupancy. The Building Official who posts this placard will note in general terms the hazard created and will clearly and concisely note the restrictions on occupancy.
(3) “UNSAFE—Do Not Enter or Occupy” may be posted on each damaged building or structure such that continued occupancy poses a threat to life or health. Buildings or structures posted with this placard may be entered only after authorization in writing by the Building Official. Safety assessment teams are authorized to enter these buildings at any time. This placard must not be used or considered as a demolition order. The official who posts this placard shall note in general terms damage encountered.
(B) Once the placard has been attached to a building or structure, it must not be removed, altered or covered until authorized by the Building Official.
(Ord. 990, passed 11-6-95; Am. Ord. 1233, passed 12-20-10) Penalty, see § 150.999