Each dwelling and all exterior appurtenances on the premises shall be adequately protected against rats, mice, termites, insects, pests, and other vermin infestations. Building defects which permit the entrance of rats, mice, termites, insects, pests, and other vermin shall be corrected immediately by the owner. Tenants shall be responsible for the elimination of rodents and vermin from that part of the premises under their exclusive control except when more than one unit is infested at the same time and in this instance the owner shall be responsible for elimination of the infestation.
(Prior Code, § 157.014)