Residential premises shall be maintained in
conformity with the provisions of this chapter so as to assure the
desirable residential character of the property.
A.Â
Surface and subsurface water shall be appropriately
drained to protect buildings and structures and to prevent development
of stagnant ponds. Gutters, culverts, catch basins, drain inlets,
stormwater sewers, approved combined storm and sanitary sewers or
other satisfactory drainage systems shall be utilized where deemed
necessary.
B.Â
Fences and other minor constructions shall be maintained
in a safe and substantial condition.
C.Â
Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar
paved areas shall be maintained so as to afford safe passage under
normal use and weather conditions.
D.Â
Yards and courts shall be kept clean and free of physical
hazards.
E.Â
Heavy undergrowth and accumulations of plant growth
which are noxious or detrimental to health shall be eliminated.
F.Â
Junked or unregistered motor vehicles, equipment and materials shall
not be stored in open areas of premises.
[Added 2-21-2019 by Ord. No. 1996]
A.Â
Exterior wood surfaces to buildings and structures
that are not inherently resistant to deterioration shall be periodically
treated with a protective coating of paint or other suitable preservative.
B.Â
Floors, walls, ceilings, furnishings and fixtures
of residential buildings shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary
condition.
C.Â
Accessory structures shall be maintained so as to
be free of conditions detrimental to safety or health.
A.Â
Grounds, buildings and structures shall be maintained
free of insect, vermin and rodent harborage and infestation. Methods
used for exterminating insects, vermin and rodents shall conform with
generally accepted practice.
B.Â
Where the potential for rodent or vermin infestation
exists, windows and other openings in basements and cellars shall
be appropriately screened with wire mesh or other suitable materials.
C.Â
From the first day of May to the first day of October,
entrances to residential buildings shall be provided with self-closing
type devices or screens, and windows and other openings used for ventilation
shall be appropriately screened. Screens shall not be required in
rooms located sufficiently high in the upper stories of multiple dwellings
as to be free of mosquitoes, flies and other flying insects.
Domestic animals and pets shall be kept in an
appropriate manner and shall not be permitted to run at large.