(a) Scope. The provisions of this Chapter shall apply to every structure or premises, whether used for residential or commercial purposes. The provisions of this Chapter constitute minimum requirements and standards for the health, safety and welfare of the public.
(b) Intent. This Chapter shall be construed to secure its expressed intent, which is to ensure public health, safety and welfare; to improve aesthetics; and prevent the deterioration of properties within the City.
(c) Severability. The provisions of this Chapter are severable. If any section, paragraph, sentence, or clause hereof shall be declared illegal, unconstitutional or invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such illegality, unconstitutionality or invalidity shall not affect the remaining portions of this Chapter and it hereby is declared the intention and purpose of this Council that this Chapter would have been enacted without such illegal, unconstitutional or invalid provision.
(d) Existing remedies. The provisions and procedures set forth in this Chapter shall not expressly or by implication repeal or supersede any other provisions or procedures of the City's Codified Ordinances or any other applicable law on the same or related matters. This Chapter shall supplement existing procedures and will provide an alternative, non-exclusive procedure for the abatement of a nuisance. Nothing in this Chapter shall preclude or prohibit the City from resorting to any appropriate legal remedy.
(Ord. 21-055. Passed 10-13-21.)