1525.01 REMOVAL OR REPAIR.

   (a)    Any structure, which in the opinion of the Fire Chief, is unsafe, a nuisance, unsanitary, deficient in adequate exit ways, which constitutes a fire hazard, or is otherwise dangerous to human life or the public welfare, shall be deemed an unsafe structure.

   (b)    Any vacant structure, unguarded or open at the door or window, may be deemed a fire hazard and unsafe structure within the meaning of this Code.

   (c)    The Fire Chief shall cause to be posted at each entrance to an unsafe structure a notice that the structure has been deemed to be unsafe. In the case of an emergency, the Fire Chief may order the demolition of any unsafe structure as defined herein. It shall be unlawful for any person to enter such structure except for the purpose of securing the structure or demolishing of the same.

   (d)    Emergency Mitigating Measures. The Fire Chief may employ the necessary labor and materials to perform the required work to render any unsafe structure, temporarily safe.

   (e)    Costs of Emergency Repairs and Demolition. Costs incurred in carrying out the provisions herein shall be collected pursuant to Section 1525.06 .

(Ord. 15-93. Passed 4-1-15.)