The provisions of this chapter shall govern the minimum conditions
and standards for light, ventilation and space for
occupying a structure.
The owner of the structure shall provide and
maintain light, ventilation and space conditions
in compliance with these requirements. A person shall not occupy as owner-occupant, or permit another person to occupy, any premises that do not comply with the requirements of this
chapter.
In lieu of the means for natural light and ventilation herein prescribed, artificial light or mechanical ventilation complying with the International Building Code shall
be permitted.