(A) In order that they may perform their duties to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the occupants of dwellings and of the general public, authorized officials may make or cause to be made such inspections of dwellings or dwelling units as are necessary to enforce the provisions of this section. The inspections that are authorized for the purpose of enforcement of the provisions of this section shall be made at a reasonable time.
(B) An inspection shall be conducted in the manner best calculated to secure compliance with this section and appropriate to the needs of the community.
(C) In an emergency situation, authorized officials have the right to enter at any time for purposes of this section. An emergency shall exist when an authorized official has reasonable grounds to believe that a condition hazardous to health or safety exists on the premises and requires immediate attention.
(D) In a nonemergency situation or where the owner or occupant of any dwelling demands a warrant for inspection of the premises, authorized officials may seek to obtain an administrative search warrant from a court of competent jurisdiction.
(E) A person shall not obstruct, hinder or interfere with an administrative inspection permitted under this section.
(Ord. 161, passed 6-14-2022)