§ 18-103. Condition of structures.

(a)

All dwelling structures shall be watertight, weathertight, rodent and insectproof and in good repair.

(b)

Every foundation, exterior wall and roof shall be reasonably watertight, weathertight and rodentproof, shall adequately support the building at all times, and shall be in a workmanlike state of maintenance and repair.

(c)

Every interior partition, wall, floor and ceiling shall be reasonably tight, capable of affording privacy and maintained in a workmanlike state of repair and in a clean and sanitary condition.

(d)

All rainwater shall be so drained and conveyed from every roof, and the lot shall be so graded and drained as not to cause dampness in the walls, ceilings, floors or basement of a dwelling.

(e)

Every window, exterior door and basement hatchway shall be reasonably weathertight, watertight, and rodentproof; and shall be maintained in sound condition and repair, and secured with proper hardware.

(f)

Every inside and outside stairway, every porch and every appurtenance thereto shall be so constructed as to be safe to use and capable of supporting the load that normal use may cause to be placed thereon; and it shall be maintained in sound condition and repair.

(g)

Every supplied plumbing fixture and water and waste pipe shall be properly installed and maintained in sanitary working condition, free from defect, leaks, and obstruction.

(h)

Every toilet, bathroom and kitchen floor shall be constructed and maintained so as to be reasonably impervious to water, and such floor shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition.

(i)

Every supplied facility, piece of equipment or utility which is required under this article shall be so constructed and installed that it will function safely and effectively, and shall be maintained in good working condition.

(j)

All exterior surfaces shall be protected from decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. All siding shall be weather-resistant and watertight.

(Code 1979, § 15-29)