Hesperia, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 5.72 § 5.72.100
Maintenance requirements
Operative Text
All rental properties within the city shall be maintained with a standard of maintenance including, but not limited to: 1. Property is maintained and kept in a neat, habitable condition, including the absence of trash and debris as defined by this code. 2. All trash receptacles are emptied on a basis frequent enough to prevent spillage and a contract for disposal is maintained with the city's franchise waste hauler. Trash receptacles and enclosures are maintained and free of defects. 3. Graffiti, broken windows, fencing, and any other broken or unmaintained property component is repaired within seventy-two (72) hours of notification to the owner or agent. 4. Parking areas are maintained and adequate parking is provided to discourage street parking or off-property parking. 5. Common areas are maintained in a clean manner and residents are informed of rules designed to maintain the reasonable enjoyment of the property by all residents. 6. Residential rental properties with four or more residential rental units shall have a sign showing the owner or management company name, address, and phone number posted in the on-site manager unit or management office, if any, which shall be identified by a notice at the front entrance to the property and shall be posted in a manner approved by the director. 7. Landscape is maintained, is not dead, and is kept in a neat, orderly manner to add to the enjoyment and aesthetics of the property, including the proper care and trimming of any trees or bushes on the property. The removal of landscape without replacement is not considered maintenance. 8. Pools, spas and hot tubs are maintained pursuant to requirements of the San Bernardino County Department of Public Health. 9. Play yards, playgrounds, and other amenities are maintained and free from trash, debris, and broken components. 10. Mechanical components, including but not limited to, heating, screening, water and sewer or septic tank maintenance or service, and other required components is kept in working order. 11. Sidewalks and walking paths are maintained and are in good repair.
Hesperia Code of Ordinances ch. 5.72 § 5.72.100 establishes a broad set of maintenance standards that apply to all rental properties within the city. The rule covers everything from trash management and graffiti repair to landscaping, pools, mechanical systems, and common areas, requiring that each element be kept in a safe, functional, and orderly condition. Properties with four or more rental units face an additional requirement to post owner or management contact information on-site. Graffiti, broken windows, fencing, and similar defects must be addressed within 72 hours of the owner or agent being notified.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of rental properties in Hesperia are generally expected to maintain every aspect of their properties in compliance with ch. 5.72 § 5.72.100, which covers a wide range of physical conditions. Compliant operators typically establish routine inspection schedules for trash enclosures, landscaping, mechanical systems, sidewalks, and amenities such as pools and playgrounds, and they maintain an active contract with the city's franchise waste hauler. Those managing four or more units also ensure that owner or management contact information is properly posted on-site in a format approved by the director, and they respond to graffiti or damage reports within the 72-hour window the ordinance specifies.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Hesperia Code of Ordinances ch. 5.72 § 5.72.100, tenants living in rental properties have an interest in a property that meets the city's maintenance standards, including habitable conditions, functioning mechanical systems, clean common areas, and well-maintained amenities. If a property appears to fall short of these standards, tenants may consider documenting the conditions and reporting concerns to the City of Hesperia's code enforcement or relevant municipal department. Tenants may also wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand how maintenance deficiencies under this provision might relate to other rights or remedies available to them.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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