(A) Scope. The provisions of this chapter along with the International Property Maintenance Code as modified by the City of Vermillion shall apply to all residential structures let for occupancy including fraternities and sororities, and constitute minimum requirements and standards for premises, structures, equipment and facilities for light, ventilation, space, heating, sanitation, protection from the elements, life safety, safety from fire and other hazards, and for safe and sanitary maintenance; the responsibility of owners, managers and occupants; the occupancy of existing structures and premises, and for administration, enforcement and penalties.
(B) Intent. This chapter shall be construed to secure its expressed intent, which is to ensure public health, safety and welfare insofar as they are affected by the continued occupancy and maintenance of structures and premises. Existing structures and premises that do not comply with these provisions shall be altered or repaired to provide a minimum level of health, safety and welfare to the occupants.
(C) Conflicting provisions. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement shall govern. Where differences occur between provisions of this chapter and International Property Maintenance Code, the provisions of this chapter shall apply. Where, in a specific case, different sections of this chapter specify different requirements, the most restrictive shall govern.
(D) Application of other codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the International Building Code as modified by the City of Vermillion, the zoning, subdivision and building ordinances of the City of Vermillion and the laws of the State of South Dakota. Approval of rental registration shall not be construed to be a permit for, or an approval of, any violation of any of the provisions of the code, Fair Housing Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, or of any other applicable federal, state or local provision.
(Ord. 1255, passed 8-1-2011)