The exterior of a structure shall be maintained structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the health and safety of the occupants and so as to protect the occupants from the environment.
All supporting structural members of all structures shall be kept structurally sound, free of deterioration and maintained capable of safely bearing the dead and live loads imposed upon them.
Every foundation, exterior wall, roof, and all other exterior surfaces shall be maintained in a workmanlike state of maintenance and repair and shall be kept in such condition as to exclude rodents. All surfaces should be maintained free of broken glass, loose shingles, crumbling stone or brick, peeling paint or other conditions reflective of deterioration or inadequate maintenance, to the end that adjoining properties and the neighborhood be protected from blighting influence.
All foundation walls shall be maintained so as to carry the safe design and operating dead and live loads and shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks, so as not to be detrimental to safety and welfare.
Every exterior wall shall be free of holes, breaks, loose or rotting boards or timbers, and any other conditions which might admit rain or dampness to the interior portions of the walls or to the occupied spaces of the building. All exterior surface material, including wood, composition, or metal siding, shall be maintained weatherproof and shall be properly surface coated when required to prevent deterioration.
The roof shall be structurally sound, tight and not have defects which admit rain, and roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent rainwater from causing dampness in the walls or interior portions of the building. Gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in a workmanlike manner and properly surface coated when required to prevent deterioration.
All cornices, entablatures, belt courses, corbels, terracotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition.
All canopies, marquees, signs, metal awnings, stairways, fire escapes, standpipes, exhaust ducts, and similar overhang extensions shall be maintained in good repair and be properly anchored so as to be kept in a safe and sound condition. They shall be protected from the elements and decay material such as paint or other protective treatment, and properly surface coated when required to prevent deterioration.
All chimneys, cooling towers, smoke stacks, and similar appurtenances shall be maintained structurally safe, sound, and in good repair, all exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather-coated material such as paint or similar surface treatment, when required to prevent deterioration.
Every stair, porch, balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto shall be so maintained as to be safe to use and capable of supporting the loads to which it is subjected and shall be kept in sound condition and good repair.
Every window, door and frame shall be maintained in such relation to the adjacent wall construction so as to exclude rain as completely as possible, and to substantially exclude wind from entering the dwelling or structure.
Every required window sash shall be fully supplied with approved glazing materials which are without open cracks or holes.
Every exterior door, door hinge, and door latch shall be maintained in good condition. Door locks in dwelling units shall be in good repair and capable of tightly securing the door.
Every basement or cellar hatchway shall be so constructed and maintained as to prevent the entrance of rodents, rain and surface drainage water into the structure.
Every supplied facility, piece of equipment, or utility which is required under this maintenance code shall be maintained in satisfactory working condition so that it will function safely and effectively.
The interior of every structure shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition free from any accumulation of rubbish, refuse or garbage. Rubbish, garbage and other refuse shall be properly kept inside temporary storage facilities as required under § 215-7-6.
Garbage or refuse shall not be allowed to accumulate or be stored in public halls or stairways.
Nuisances are prohibited.