The exterior of the premises and all structures thereon shall be kept free of any hazards to the safety of occupants, pedestrians and other persons utilizing the premises, and free of unsightly or insanitary conditions, and any of the foregoing shall be promptly removed and abated. It shall be the duty of the owner or operator to keep the premises free of hazards and unsightly or insanitary conditions, which include but are not limited to the following:
A. 
Refuse, including, without limitation, junk, debris, scrap lumber, scrap metal, inoperable machinery or parts and fragments thereof, glass, stumps, construction materials, appliances, bedding, tires, motor vehicle parts and trash.
B. 
Loose and overhanging objects, including, without limitation, dead and dying trees, accumulations of ice or other similar conditions which by reason of their location above ground level constitute a hazard to persons in the vicinity thereof.
C. 
Ground surface hazards, including, without limitation, holes, excavations, breaks, projections, obstructions which constitute a hazard to persons using the premises.
D. 
Inadequate foundation walls, piers and columns. Foundation walls, piers, columns or similar load-bearing components shall be kept structurally sound, free from defects and damage and capable of bearing imposed loads safely.
E. 
Unsafe exterior facilities, including, without limitation, exterior porches, landings, balconies, stairs and fire escapes, all of which shall be kept structurally sound and in good repair and shall be provided with banisters or railings properly designed and maintained.
F. 
Weeds, grass or other plant growth which are noxious or detrimental to public health and safety.
G. 
Compost piles must be shielded from public view; must be kept free from garbage, offensive odors and rodents; and must be used from season to season. Such piles shall not be kept within 10 feet of any adjacent rear or side yard.
H. 
Curblines where they connect with street paving shall be kept visible and clear of accumulated dirt and debris.
I. 
Lifted, cracked or disintegrated sidewalks where the condition thereof constitutes a hazard to persons utilizing same.
[Added 11-13-2017 by Ord. No. 17-20]