(A) Upon inspection and determination that the building or structure is substandard, unsafe or that a hazardous condition exists which poses a threat to the life, health or safety of the public or the building’s occupants, the above authorized official may take such immediate action necessary to render the premises safe.
(B) Remedial actions may include, but are not to be limited to the following:
(1) Perform visual inspection of building site to ascertain extent of remedial action to be undertaken;
(2) Post building site with “DO NOT ENTER” or “UNSAFE TO OCCUPY” signs;
(3) Install barricades or tape perimeter to warn public of danger;
(4) Secure the property or building to prevent public entry. Such action includes:
(a) Installation of plywood or other materials to close doorways or windows; and/or
(b) Fencing property to prevent public access.
(5) Removal of hazardous or toxic material;
(6) Request removal or securing of utilities to lessen hazardous condition;
(7) Research public records to locate owner of property to properly notify of remedial action taken; and
(8) Issue notice to vacate orders to occupants.
(1995 Code, § 4.20.050) (Ord. 96-1780, passed - -1996)