(a) All vacant structures 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, welfare or safety. No vacant structure may be boarded up for a period of time exceeding thirty (30) days unless the building official grants a waiver for extenuating circumstances beyond the property owner's control. The following are minimum vacant property standards to be adhered to when temporary board and seal is used. Compliance with these standards does not constitute repair of an unsafe or abandoned structure.
(1) Exterior grade sheathing plywood of three-eighths of an inch thickness or greater shall be used to fully cover all windows, doors and other openings which may allow access to the interior of the building.
(2) Plywood covers shall be nailed, screwed or bolted firmly over each opening.
(3) Plywood covers or other protective material must be painted to match the building colors.
(Ord. 2015-009, passed 12-17-15)