[HISTORY: Adopted by the Borough Council
of the Borough of Schwenksville 5-12-2022 by Ord. No. 412.[1] Amendments noted where applicable.]
[1]
Editor's Note: This ordinance also repealed former Ch. 121,
Property Maintenance, adopted 4-14-2016 by Ord. No. 383.
Schwenksville Borough hereby adopts the International Property
Maintenance Code (IPMC 2018), 2018, as published by the International
Code Council, as the Property Maintenance Code of Schwenksville Borough.
Any and all references to the IPMC shall mean the IPMC 2018.
Schwenksville Borough Council hereby revises the provisions
of the IPMC 2018, in the following manner:
A.Â
Section 101.1 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to substitute the
terms "Schwenksville Borough" for "NAME OF JURISDICTION."
B.Â
Section 102.3 shall be revised to read "Repairs, additions or alterations
to a structure, or changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance
with the adopted ordinances, rules and regulations of Schwenksville
Borough."
C.Â
The title of Section 103 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to hereafter
provide as follows "BUILDING CODE OFFICIAL AND DEPUTIES."
D.Â
Section 103.1 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to hereafter provide
as follows:
103.1 General. Creation of the office of the Building
Code Official. The Office of the Building Code Official is
hereby created and the executive official(s) in charge thereof shall
be known as the Building Code Official.
E.Â
Section 103.2 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to hereafter provide
as follows:
Appointment. The Building Code Official (BCO) shall
be appointed by the Borough Council, shall serve at the pleasure of
Council and shall be registered with the commonwealth as Schwenksville
Borough's BCO.
(1)Â
The commonwealth-registered BCO may appoint a deputy and assign specific
duties.
F.Â
Section 103.5 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to hereafter provide
as follows:
Fees. The fee for all permits, charges, etc., shall
be paid in accordance with the Borough fee schedule in effect at the
time application is made or the reinspection is needed.
G.Â
Section 104.2, Inspections, of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to
hereafter provide as follows:
Section 104.2 Inspections. The Building Code Official
is authorized to make all of the required inspections, including but
not limited to the inspections listed below, or shall accept reports
of inspections by approved agencies or individuals. All reports of
such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible
officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual.
The Building Code Official is authorized to engage such expert opinion
as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that arise
subject to the approval of Borough Council.
H.Â
Section 104 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised by adding the following
sections to hereafter provide as follows:
104.2.1. Resale use and occupancy permits inspections for all
residential and nonresidential/commercial properties prior to occupancy/reoccupancy.
104.2.2. Transfer only permit inspections for all residential
and commercial properties prior to transfer to new ownership.
104.2.3 Residential rental unit inspections prior to occupancy/reoccupancy
upon change in tenancy or subtenancy.
104.2.4 Nonresidential rental space inspections prior to occupancy/reoccupancy
upon change in tenancy or subtenancy.
I.Â
The title to Section 104.6 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to hereafter
provide as follows "Building Code Official's Records."
J.Â
Section 106.3 of the IPMC 2018 shall be revised to hereafter provide
as follows:
Prosecution of violation. Persons who shall violate
a provision of this Code, fail to comply with any of the requirements
thereof or erect, install, alter or repair work in violation of the
approved construction documents or directive of the Building Code
Official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions
of this Code, shall be guilty of a summary offense, punishable by
a fine of not more than $1,000 per violation. Each day that a violation
continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate
offense.
K.Â
Section 107.1, Notice to person responsible, shall be revised to
hereafter provide: Whenever the Code Official determines that there
has been a violation of this code or has grounds to believe that a
violation has occurred, either from a signed written complaint, personal
observation or notice from other Borough staff having observed the
violation, notice shall be given in the manner prescribed in Section
107.2 and 107.3 of the IPMC 2018 to the person responsible for the
violation as specified in this code. Notices for condemnation procedures
shall also comply with Section 108.3.
L.Â
Section 107.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code 2018
is revised by deleting the reference to "Section 106.4" and by substituting
in the place thereof Section 106.3.
M.Â
Section 107.5 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is revised to read as follows:
Section 107.5 Transfer of ownership. It shall be
unlawful for the owner of any dwelling unit or structure who has received
a compliance order; or upon whom a notice of violation has been served;
or who has failed to apply for and receive a U and O permit in accordance
with Section 104.3, Inspections, to sell, transfer, mortgage, lease
or otherwise dispose of such dwelling unit or structure or premises
to another until the provisions of the compliance order or notice
of violation or inspection have been complied with, or until such
owner shall first furnish the grantee, transferee, mortgagee or lessee
a true copy of any compliance order or notice of violation, or transfer
only permit, issued by the Building Code Official and shall furnish
to the Building Code Official a signed and notarized statement from
the grantee, transferee, mortgagee or lessee, acknowledging the receipt
of such compliance order or notice of violation or transfer only permit
and fully accepting responsibility without condition for making the
corrections or repairs by such compliance order or notice of violation
and/or applying for and receiving a use and occupancy permit.
N.Â
Section 111 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to hereafter provide as follows:
Section 111.1(b). Appeals of the Schwenksville Property Maintenance
Code shall be filed with Schwenksville Borough on forms supplied by
Schwenksville Borough.
Section 111.1(c). Application fees for appeals shall be $500
for residential or $1,000 for nonresidential appeals. Fees may be
amended by resolution of Borough Council.
Section 111.2 Membership of Board. The Board of
Appeals shall be the Regional UCC Board of Appeals of which Schwenksville
Borough is a member. The Board of Appeals shall operate with a minimum
of three members, at least one of whom shall be appointed by the Borough
of Schwenksville.
Section 111.2.1 Alternate members. Appointees to
the Regional UCC Board of Appeals from other member jurisdictions
shall serve as alternate members. Alternatively, the Board of Appeals
may appoint two or more alternate members who shall be called by the
Board Chairman to hear appeals during the absence or disqualification
of a member. Alternate members shall be qualified by similar qualifications
as the UCC Board of Appeals members.
O.Â
Section 112.4 Failure to comply shall be amended to
add that failure to comply will be dealt with in accordance to Section
106.3 of the IPMC 2018.
P.Â
Section 202 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to include the following definitions, along with
those listed:
Occupied. As applied to a building or portion thereof,
shall be construed as though followed by the words "or intended, arranged
or designed to be occupied, or having a certificate of use and occupancy."
One-family dwelling. A building containing one
dwelling unit.
Owner. Any person, agent, operator, firm or corporation
having a legal or equitable interest in the property; or recorded
in the official records of the commonwealth, county or municipality
as holding title to the property; or otherwise having control of the
property, including the guardian of the estate of any such person,
and the executor or administrator of such person.
Two Family Dwelling. A building containing two
dwelling units.
Q.Â
Section 301.1 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to read as follows:
301.1 Scope. The provisions of this ordinance shall
govern the minimum conditions and the responsibilities of persons
for maintenance of all existing residential and nonresidential structures
and all existing premises and exterior property; and constitute minimum
requirements and standards for premises, structures, equipment and
facilities for sanitation, protection from elements, life safety,
and other hazards, and for safety and sanitary maintenance.
R.Â
Section 301 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to add Subsection 301.2.1 which shall hereafter
provide as follows:
Section 301.2.1 - Where properties abut a public
right-of-way, the abutting property owner shall be responsible for
the maintenance of the area between their property line and the cartway,
including the curb, the sidewalk and grass areas between the curb
and the property line.
S.Â
Section 302 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to add a new Subsection 302.3.1 which shall hereafter
provide as follows:
Section 301.3.1 - Where sidewalks exist, those
responsible (see Section 301.2.1, as amended) for the sidewalks shall
have at least a two-foot-wide path cleared of snow and ice within
24 hours after the cessation of the snowfall in accordance with Chapter 143, Article I, §§ 143-4 to 143-6 of the Schwenksville Borough Code.
EXCEPTION: When more than 12 inches of snow has fallen, those
responsible for the sidewalk shall have at least a two-foot-wide path
cleared of snow and ice within 48 hours after the cessation of the
snowfall.
T.Â
Section 302 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to add a new Subsection 302.3.2 which shall hereafter
provide as follows:
Section 302.3.2 - Where sidewalks, driveway aprons
and curbing exist, those responsible (see Section 301.2.1, as amended)
for sidewalks, driveway aprons and curbing shall repair sidewalks,
driveway aprons and/or curbing within 30 days of written notice by
the Borough of Schwenksville in accordance with procedures, specifications
and guidelines contained in Chapter 143, Article II, of the Schwenksville Borough Code.
U.Â
Section 302.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to substitute "six inches" for "(jurisdiction to
insert height in inches)."
V.Â
Section 302.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby revised to add a new Subsection 302.4.1 as follows:
302.4.1. The Building Code Official, or any officer
or employee of the Borough designated thereby for this purpose, is
hereby authorized to give notice, by personal service or United States
Mail, to the owner or occupant or any adult person in charge of said
premises, as the case may be, of any property wherein grass or other
vegetation is in violation of Section 302.4, directing and requiring
such occupant or owner to remove, trim or cut such grass, weeds or
vegetation so as to conform to the requirements of this ordinance
within five days after issuance of such notice.
Whenever, in the judgment of the Building Code Official, it
shall appear to be impracticable to give notice as above provided,
either because the owner or occupant cannot readily be found, or because
a search for the owner or occupant would entail unreasonable delay,
the Borough or any officer or employee of the Borough designated thereby
for that purpose may give notice by posting conspicuously on the property
where such nuisance exists, a notice or order directing and requiring
that such nuisance be abated within five days.
In case any person, firm or corporation shall neglect, fail
or refuse to comply with such notice within the period of time stated
therein, the Borough may order the removal, trimming or cutting of
such grass, weeds or vegetation, and the cost thereof, together with
a penalty of 10% of the cost thereof, shall be collected by the Borough
from such person, firm or corporation, in the manner provided by law
and may be entered as a municipal lien against the property and owner
thereof, for the abatement of nuisance.
W.Â
Section 302.5, Rodent harborage, of the International Property Maintenance
Code 2018 shall be amended to read as follows:
Section 302.5 Rodent harborage. All structures
and exterior property shall be kept free of rodent infestation.
X.Â
Section 302.7, Accessory structures, shall be revised to read as
follows:
Section 302.7 Accessory structures. All accessory
structures, including detached garages, barns, sheds, fences, stairs
and retaining walls, garden or other decorative walls and similar
structures shall be maintained structurally sound, secure and in good
repair.
Y.Â
Section 302.7 is hereby revised to add a new section which from hereafter
shall provide as follows:
Section 302.7.1 Retaining walls, stairs and other similar
structures.
Retaining walls, stairs and other similar structures located
in areas accessible to the general public shall be kept in a proper
state of repair, free from open cracks and breaks, and loose or rotting
materials of more than 10% of the structure and maintained free from
hazardous conditions.
Z.Â
Section 302.8 shall be revised to add a definition to the Code as
follows:
Motor vehicles. No inoperative or unlicensed motor
vehicle shall be parked, stored or kept on any premises, in excess
of 90 days, unless enclosed within a permitted structure. The first
notice or citation from the Code Enforcement Officer shall allow 90
days from the date of the notice or citation to remove the said vehicle.
Nonremoval after this notice shall result in a violation subject to
the penalties of Section 106.3 of this Code. A vehicle of any type
is permitted to undergo major overhaul, including body work, provided
that such work is performed inside a structure or similarly enclosed
area designated and approved for such purpose and is incompliance
with Chapter 176 of the Code of Schwenksville Borough.
AA.Â
Section 304.2, Protective Treatment, of the International Property
Maintenance Code, 2018, delete the words: "Oxidation stains shall
be removed from exterior surfaces. Surfaces designed for stabilization
by oxidation are exempt from this requirement."
BB.Â
Section 304.10. Stairways, decks, porches and balconies. Every exterior
stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached
thereto, shall be maintained structurally sound, in good repair, with
proper anchorage and capable of supporting imposed loads.
(1)Â
If upon inspection the structural soundness of any structure is suspect,
the BCO may require the property owner to provide an inspection report
from a licensed structural engineer to indicate soundness or recommended
repairs.
(2)Â
All exterior surfaces shall be maintained in good condition. Exterior
wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected
from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering
or treatment.
CC.Â
Section 304.14 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
shall be amended to read: In every non-owner-occupied structure, during
the period from May 15 to October 15, every door, window and other
outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food
preparation areas, food service areas or any areas where products
to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed,
manufactured, packaged or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly
fitting screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25
mm), and every screen door used for insect control shall have a self-closing
device in good working order.
DD.Â
Section 305.3.1 Mold. If mold or mold-like substances is suspected
by the BCO upon inspection of the rental unit, the suspected mold-like
substance shall be tested by a certified mold remediation company
and, if confirmed, mold shall be removed from rental unit, by a certified
mold remediation company and a report documenting the mold remediation
shall be provided to the code official.
EE.Â
Section 402, Light, of the IPMC 2018 shall be deleted.
FF.Â
Section 403, Ventilation, of the IPMC 2018 shall be deleted with
the exception: 403.5 Clothes dryer exhaust shall remain.
GG.Â
Section 602.3 of the IPMC 2018 is revised to substitute the date
"October 1" for the first reference "DATE," and "May 1" for the second
reference to "DATE."
HH.Â
Section 602.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018,
is hereby deleted.
II.Â
Section 605.2 delete and replace with:
605.2 Receptacles. Every habitable space in a dwelling unit
shall contain at least two separate and remote receptacle outlets.
605.2.1 Wet areas. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacle
outlets are required within six feet of any water source per NEC 210.8.
605.2.2 Laundry areas. Every laundry area shall contain at least
one GFCI receptacle outlet.
605.2.3 Bathrooms. Every bathroom shall contain at least one
GFCI receptacle outlet. Only GFCI receptacle outlets may be used in
new bathrooms.
JJ.Â
Section 702.5 Fire escapes. Exterior fire escapes must be maintained
in good structural and working order.
KK.Â
Section 704, add:
704.5.3 Fire extinguishers. In all rental units, a minimum size
three-pound A.B.C. fire extinguisher must be located in a visible
location near or in all kitchen areas. Fire extinguishers must be
replaced per manufacturer specifications or at least every 10 years,
whichever period is shorter.
LL.Â
The references to "THE BUILDING OFFICIAL" as set forth in the International
Property Maintenance Code, 2018, shall be revised to substitute in
the place thereof the term "Building Code Official."
MM.Â
The International Property Maintenance Code, 2018, shall be revised
to substitute the terms "Borough Council" in all instances referencing
the terms "THE GOVERNING BODY."
NN.Â
The following sections shall be added to the IPMC 2018:
Section 801. Residential Dwelling Unit Resale Requirements
(Singles, twins, duplex, townhouse and like dwelling units). Upon transfer of title to a new owner, excluding transfers that
occur for: conversion: a change in an entity's form or organization,
place of organization or name; financing transaction, when realty
is transferred by the debtor solely for the purpose of serving as
security for the payment of debt; or when no sale or debt is intended;
living trust is established; confirmatory deeds, no residential dwelling
or dwelling unit shall be occupied, in whole or in part, until the
issuance of a use and occupancy certificate by the Building Code Official.
The following requirements must be met before a certificate shall
be issued:
(1)Â
Decks, pools and other accessory structures conformed to zoning regulations
and building codes.
(2)Â
Permanent swimming pools, spas and hot tubs must be enclosed with
a fence, barrier (gates) in accordance with Section 303.2 of this
code, as amended.
(3)Â
Cellar drains or sump pumps connected to a public sewer must be removed.
(4)Â
Roof drains must not be connected to a public sewer.
(5)Â
A smoke detector must be installed on each floor level and in every
bedroom. Hardwired smoke detectors must be maintained. Additional
smoke detectors required by this code may be battery operated.
(6)Â
A CO detector must be located in the vicinity of bedrooms when a
dwelling unit has an attached garage or fuel-burning appliance. Hardwired
CO detectors must be maintained. Additional CO detectors required
by this code may be battery operated.
(7)Â
A fire extinguisher equipped with a hose and nozzle and of a five-pound
ABC dry powder rating must be supplied for the kitchen.
(8)Â
An existing acceptable 60 ampere service, or a minimum of 100 ampere
three-wire electric service, must be installed for the dwelling.
(9)Â
All kitchens, bathrooms, powder rooms, laundry rooms, garages and
unfinished basements, or any outlets within six feet of water source,
must be supplied with a ground fault receptacle.
(10)Â
Plumbing must meet sanitary conditions and safety.
(11)Â
Sewer lateral must pass inspection as per Ordinance No. 370.
Lateral inspection protocol and permits are issued by the Schwenksville
Borough Authority.
(12)Â
All gas ranges must be supplied with shutoff valves installed
behind the range.
(13)Â
All electrical ranges excepting built-in cooking appliances
must have an outlet installed at the rear of the range.
(14)Â
Anti-tilt devices to be installed on all ranges.
(15)Â
Proper dryer ventilation in accordance with Section 403.5 of
this code.
(16)Â
Buildings shall have approved address numbers in accordance
with Section 304.3 of this code, as amended. Building numbers or approved
building identification shall be placed in a position that is plainly
legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property.
These numbers shall be contrasted with their background. Address numbers
shall be arabic numerals. Numbers shall be a minimum of four inches
with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch.
(17)Â
Handrails for steps in accordance with Section 304.12 and compliant
with the Building Code.
(18)Â
Sidewalks - must be repaired or replaced in accordance with Section 302.3.2 of this Code. (See in Chapter 143, Article II, of the Schwenksville Borough Code.)
(19)Â
Retaining walls accessible to public areas must satisfy Section
302.7.
(20)Â
The property must be in clean and sanitary condition.
(21)Â
A certificate of inspection must be provided by a Borough-authorized
heat and oil burner service dealer for the heating unit.
(22)Â
All solid-fuel-burning appliances and the chimney/vent must
be cleaned and inspected by a Borough-authorized chimney sweep or
service dealer of the heating unit.
(23)Â
Before the issuance of the property transfer use and occupancy
certificate, a full buyer notification inspection shall be conducted.
The old owner must inform the new owner of all pending violations,
and a letter of intent signed as to who will be responsible for the
said violations.
(24)Â
In the event that the property transfer does not occur, the
present owner must correct all listed violations within 60 days of
the date on which the settlement on the property was to have occurred.
Failure to abate said violation shall be subject to the penalties
set forth in § 106 of the 2018 IPMC. A new application for
use and occupancy and inspection is required if a settlement does
not occur within six months of a certificate of occupancy.
(25)Â
Transfer only permits. In accordance with Section 803, the Building
Code Official shall have the authority to issue permits for the transfer
of ownership of residential dwellings that are not intended for occupancy
until all requirements of § 801.1-14, hereof, have been
satisfied. The Borough Council, by resolution, shall establish the
appropriate fee for the issuance of a transfer only permit.
Section 802. Non-residential, Commercial, Office, Manufacturing,
Light Industrial and Mixed-Use Buildings Resales. Upon transfer
of title to a new owner, or upon said building or dwelling unit becoming
vacant, no nonresidential, commercial, office, manufacturing, light
industrial or mixed-use building, in whole or in part, except as noted
herein, shall be occupied until the issuance of a use and occupancy
certificate by the Building Code Official. The following requirements
must be met before a certificate shall be issued:
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(1)
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Before the issuance of a certificate for use and occupancy,
a full code compliance inspection shall be conducted in accordance
with the International Maintenance Code/2018 Edition as amended by
the Borough of Schwenksville, the International Fire Prevention Code
and the U.C.C. Building Code as adopted by Schwenksville Borough.
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(2)
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Sewer lateral must pass inspection as per Ordinance No. 370.
Lateral inspection protocol and permits are issued by the Schwenksville
Borough Authority. Notification of passed inspection required by the
Borough.
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(3)
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Sidewalks - must be repaired or replaced in accordance with Section 302.3.2 of this code. (See in Chapter 143 Article II of the Schwenksville Borough Code.)
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(4)
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Retaining walls accessible to public areas must satisfy Section
302.7.
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(5)
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If violations for any of the above codes and ordinances are
noted, the owner must inform the new owner of all pending violations,
and a notarized letter of intent shall be signed by whoever will be
responsible for the correction of the violations, which must occur
within 60 days of transfer of the deed to the new owner.
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(6)
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All hazardous building, safety, fire, plumbing and electrical
violations cited at the time of inspection by the Building Code Official
shall be corrected in the time specified by the Building Code Official
and/or Fire Marshal.
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(7)
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In the event that the property transfer does not occur, the
present owner must correct all listed violations within 60 days of
the date on which the settlement on the property was to have occurred,
or from written notice from the Borough of Schwenksville. Failure
to abate such violations shall be subject to the penalties set forth
in § 106 of the 2018 IPMC.
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Section 803 Transfer only inspections. Certificates
of transfer only may be issued by the Building Code Official where
violations exist in accordance with the procedures specified herein.
The following requirements must be met before a property transfer
only certificate shall be issued:
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(1)
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Application shall be made for a transfer only certificate.
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(2)
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The Building Code Official shall conduct an inspection in accordance
with Section 801 or 802 herein, as applicable. A list of violations
will be presented to the applicant.
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(3)
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Before the issuance of the said certificate transfer only, the
old owner must inform the new owner of all pending violations, and
a notarized letter of intent shall be signed indicating who will be
responsible for said violations. All violations must be corrected
within 60 days upon transfer of the title to the new owner. Depending
on the nature of the violations, the BCO shall determine a time frame
for compliance and extensions.
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(4)
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In the event that the property transfer does not occur, the
present owner must correct all listed violations within 60 days of
the date on which the settlement on the property was to have occurred,
or within 60 days of the date of written notification from the BCO.
Failure to abate such violation shall be subject to the penalties
set forth in § 106 of the 2018 IPMC.
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(5)
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All hazardous building, safety, fire, plumbing and electrical
violations cited at the time of inspection by the Code Enforcement
Officer shall be corrected in the time specified by the Building Inspector
and Fire Marshal.
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Section 803.1 Fees. The fee paid to Schwenksville
Borough for the certificate of transfer only inspection for each property
transferred shall be in an amount as established from time to time
by resolution of the Borough Council.
Section 804. Residential rental unit inspections. Upon transfer of lease to a new tenant, no residential dwelling
unit shall be occupied, in whole or in part, until the issuance of
a rental use and occupancy certificate by the Building Code Official
that said dwelling unit conforms to the following requirements:
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(1)
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Outdoor swimming pools, spas and hot tubs must be enclosed with
a fence, barrier (gates) in accordance with Section 303.2 of the 2018
IPMC and 2009 IRC Section AG105, as amended.
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(2)
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Cellar drains or sump pumps connected to a public sewer must
be removed.
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(3)
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Roof drains must not be connected to a public sewer.
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(4)
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A smoke detector must be installed on each floor level and in
every sleeping room and outside of sleeping rooms. Hardwired smoke
detectors must be maintained. Additional smoke detectors required
by this code may be battery operated.
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(5)
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A CO detector must be located in the vicinity of sleeping rooms
when a dwelling unit has an attached garage or fuel-burning appliance.
Hardwired CO detectors must be maintained. Additional CO detectors
required by this code may be battery operated.
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(6)
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A fire extinguisher equipped with a hose and nozzle and of a
five-pound ABC dry powder rating must be supplied for the kitchen.
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(7)
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An existing acceptable 60 ampere service, or a minimum of 100
ampere three-wire electric service, must be installed for the dwelling.
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(8)
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All kitchens, bathrooms, powder rooms, laundry rooms, unfinished
basement areas, garages and exterior locations; or any outlets within
six feet of water source, must be supplied with a ground fault receptacle.
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(9)
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Plumbing must meet sanitary conditions and safety.
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(10)
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All gas ranges must be supplied with shutoff valves installed
behind the range.
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(11)
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All electrical ranges must have an outlet installed at the rear
of the range.
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(12)
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Anti-tilt devices to be installed on all ranges.
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(13)
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Proper dryer ventilation in accordance with Section 403.5 of
this code.
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(14)
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If mold or mold-like substances is suspected by the BCO upon
inspection of the rental unit, the suspected mold-like substance shall
be tested by a certified mold remediation company and, if confirmed,
mold shall be removed from rental unit, by a certified mold remediation
company and a report documenting the mold remediation shall be provided
to the Code Official.
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(15)
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Buildings shall have approved address numbers in accordance
with Section 304.3 of this 2018 IPMC, as amended. Building numbers
or approved building identification shall be placed in a position
that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting
the property. These numbers shall be contrast with their background.
Address numbers shall be arabic numerals. Numbers shall be a minimum
of four inches with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch.
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(16)
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Handrails for steps in accordance with Section 304.12 and compliant
with the Building Code.
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(17)
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The property must be in clean and sanitary condition.
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(18)
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A certificate of inspection must be provided by a Borough-authorized
heat and oil burner service dealer for the heating unit.
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(19)
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All solid-fuel-burning appliances and the chimney/vent must
be cleaned and inspected by a Borough authorized chimney sweep or
service dealer of the heating unit.
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(20)
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All hazardous building, safety, fire, plumbing and electrical
violations cited at the time of inspection by the Code Enforcement
Officer shall be corrected in the time specified by the Building Inspector
and Fire Marshal.
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Section 804.1. Fees. The fee paid to Schwenksville
Borough for the rental inspection for each residential rental unit
shall be in an amount as established from time to time by resolution
of the Borough Council.
Section 805. Commercial Rental Inspections. Upon
transfer, or designation of lease to a new/different tenant, no commercial
unit shall be occupied, in whole or in part, until the issuance of
a commercial use and occupancy certificate by the Building Code Official
that said dwelling unit conforms to the following requirements:
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(1)
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Before the issuance of a certificate for use and occupancy,
a code compliance inspection shall be conducted in accordance with
the International Property Maintenance Code 2018 Edition as amended
by the Borough of Schwenksville, the International Fire Prevention
Code and the U.C.C. Building Code as adopted by Schwenksville Borough.
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(2)
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All hazardous building, safety, fire, plumbing and electrical
violations cited at the time of inspection by the Code Enforcement
Officer shall be corrected in the time specified by the Building Inspector
and Fire Marshal.
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(3)
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All outside agency inspections must be secured.
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(4)
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The BCO may generate a list of items to be inspected that shall
not be exclusive and shall be used as a guide and stated as such.
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Section 805.1. Fees. The fee paid to Schwenksville
Borough for the rental inspection for each nonresidential unit shall
be in an amount as established from time to time by resolution of
the Borough Council.