Residential premises shall be maintained in conformity with the provisions of this Part 1 so as to assure the desirable residential character of the property.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See also Ch. 170, Property Maintenance.
A. 
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. 
Fences and other minor constructions shall be maintained in safe and substantial condition.
C. 
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. 
Yards and courts shall be kept clean and free of physical hazards.
E. 
Heavy undergrowths and accumulations of plant growth which are noxious or detrimental to health shall be eliminated.
A. 
Exterior wood surfaces of 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. 
Floors, walls, ceilings, furnishings and fixtures of residential buildings shall be maintained in clean and sanitary condition.
C. 
Accessory structures shall be maintained so as to be free of conditions detrimental to safety or health.
A. 
Grounds, buildings and structures shall be maintained free of insect, vermin and rodent harborage and infestation. Methods for exterminating insects, vermin and rodents shall conform with generally accepted practice.
B. 
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. 
From May 1 to October 1, 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.
A. 
Adequate sanitary facilities and methods shall be used for the collection, storage, handling and disposal of garbage and refuse.
B. 
In multiple dwellings, it shall be prohibited to store or accumulate garbage or refuse in public halls and stairways.
[1]
Editor's Note: See also Ch. 194, Solid Waste.
Domestic animals and pets shall be kept in an appropriate manner and shall not be permitted to run at large.
[1]
Editor's Note: See also Ch. 53, Animals.