(a) 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.
(b) Protective treatment. 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 when said condition is evident on fifty (50) percent or more of an exterior surface visible from a public right-of-way. All siding and masonry joints as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights shall be maintained weather resistant and water tight. All metal surfaces subject to rust and corrosion and all surfaces with rust and corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit future rust and corrosion.
(c) Premises identification. Buildings shall have approved address numbers placed in a position to be plainly legible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Numbers shall be a minimum of four (4) inches high with a minimum stroke width of one-half-inch. Multi-unit residential structures or non-residential structures containing multiple units which do not individually face the street, shall be permitted to have only one (1) number for the structure.
(d) Structural members. All structural members shall be maintained free from deterioration and shall be capable of safely supporting the imposed dead and live loads.
(e) 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.
(f) 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.
(g) Roof’s drainage. The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof drains, gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that adversely impacts adjacent property.
(h) Decorative features. All cornices, belt courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall faces and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition.
(i) 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.
(j) 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.
(k) Stairways, decks, porches and balconies. Every exterior stairway, porch, deck 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.
(l) 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.
(m) Window, skylights and door frames. Every window, skylight, and door frame shall be kept in sound condition, good repair and weather tight.
(n) Glazing. All glazing materials shall be maintained free from cracks and holes.
(o) Openable windows. Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be easily openable and capable of being held in position by window hardware.
(p) Insect screens. Dwelling units that are rented or leased shall have screens on all exterior openable windows and doors used or required for ventilation. Said screens shall be stretched and fitted and maintained without open rips or tears.
(q) Doors. All exterior doors, door assemblies and hardware shall be maintained in good condition. Locks at all entrances to dwellings units and sleeping units shall tightly secure the door. Locks on means of egress doors shall be in accordance with subsection 150.14 (c)(3) of this Chapter.
(r) Building security. Doors and windows for dwelling units, room units or housing units shall be provided with devices designed to provide security for the occupants and property within.
(s) 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 lock throw of not less than one (1) inch. Such deadbolt locks shall be installed according to the manufacturer's specifications and maintained in good working order. For the purpose of this section, a sliding bolt shall not be considered an acceptable deadbolt lock.
(t) Windows. Operable windows located in whole or in part within six (6) feet 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 locking device.
(Ord. 2015-009, passed 12-17-15)