(a) All foundations of every dwelling structure shall be maintained in structurally sound condition and in good repair.
(b) All foundations of every dwelling structure shall be maintained in such condition as to prevent seepage or leakage of water into the space enclosed within such foundations.
(c) All openings into the foundations of every dwelling structure shall be protected against the entrance of rodents.
(d) Where parts of dwellings supported on masonry piers require substantial repair or replacement due to sagging, settling, or failure of supporting piers, the same shall be replaced with a foundation conforming to the Building Code of the City.
(e) The City Engineer shall examine all plans for residential construction and confirm that the plans show that all foundations to grade, around the entire base, and all chimneys shall be clad in a standard unit masonry brick.
(f) Failure to build residential structures in conformance with this requirement can result in a stop work order issued by the Building Department to the builder, contractor, sub- contractor, owner, agent, and/or person in control of the construction. Upon notice, any stop work order is appealable pursuant to Section 1379.08.
(Ord. 2021-106. Passed 6-15-21.)