Princeville — Title 15 Ch. 15.24 Property Maintenance and Occupancy Code § 15.24.040

The operator, owner or occupant of the premises shall be responsible for maintaining the exterior of the building, structure or dwelling on such premises in accordance with the requirements of this Section. No person shall occupy as owner-occupant or let to another for occupancy use any such premises which do not comply with the requirements of this Section. The exterior of a building, structure or dwelling shall be maintained in a structurally sound and sanitary condition so as not to pose a threat to the health and safety of the occupants and so as to protect the occupants from the outer environment. A.
Structural Members. All supporting structural members of all buildings, structures and dwellings shall be kept in a structurally sound condition, free of deterioration and capable of safely bearing the loads that normal use may cause to be placed thereon.
B. Exterior Surfaces (Foundations, Walls, Roof).
1. 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 rats, birds, insects and rodents.
2. All exterior surfaces shall be maintained free of broken glass, loose shingles, crumbling stone or brick, peeling paint, 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/ceiling and/or reflect deterioration or inadequate maintenance of the building, structure or dwelling.
C. Foundation Walls. All foundation walls shall be maintained so as to carry the safe design and operating loads of the building, structure or dwelling; said walls shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks so as not to be detrimental to the public safety and welfare.
D. Exterior Walls. Every exterior wall shall be free of holes, breaks, loose or rotting boards or timbers, paint 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, structure or dwelling. All exterior surface materials, including wood, vinyl, composition or metal siding, shall be maintained in a weather-proof condition and shall be properly surface coated/painted when required to prevent deterioration.
E. Roofs, Soffits, Facia, Cornice, Eaves, Gutters and Downspouts. The roof, soffits, facia, cornice and eaves shall be structurally sound, tight and not have defects which admit rain; roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent rain water from causing dampness in the walls, ceilings or interior portions of the building, structure or dwelling. Tarps or other plastic covering do not serve as an adequate alternative and will only be permitted as a temporary covering for up to seven (7) business days. Gutters and downspouts shall be installed and maintained as specified in the Village codes. All gutters and downspouts shall be securely and firmly fastened to the building, structure or dwelling and shall be free of debris or leaves. The discharge of gutters and downspouts shall be retained upon the premises and directed away from adjacent properties in a manner that does not create a public nuisance.
F. Decorative Features. 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.
G. Signs, Marquees, Fire Escapes, Awnings and Overhead Extensions. All canopies, marquees, signs, awnings, stairways, fire escapes, standpipes, exhaust ducts and similar overhead 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 against decay and rust by the periodic application of weather-coating material such as paint or other protective treatments.
H. Chimneys. All chimneys, cooling towers, smoke stacks and similar appurtenances shall be maintained in a structurally safe, sound condition and in good repair and shall not have any loose or missing mortar or materials. All exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather-coating material such as paint or similar surface treatments.
I. Stairs, Porches and Balconies. Every exterior stair, steps, porch, balcony and all appurtenances attached thereto shall be so constructed 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. Exterior steps or stairs shall have uniform risers and uniform treads. Exterior stairs and every porch, which are more than two (2) risers high, shall have handrails so located and of such design as to be safe to use and capable of supporting the loads to which it is subjected. Every handrail or railing shall be firmly fastened and must be maintained in good condition. Properly balustrade railings no less than thirty (30) inches in height and spaced no more than five (5) inches apart, vertically or horizontal, and capable of bearing normally imposed loads as required, shall be placed on the open portions of stairs, balconies, landings and stairwells.
J. Weather tight Windows/Doors. Every window sash shall be fully supplied with glass window panes or an approved substitute which contain no open cracks or holes. Every window and door shall be fitted reasonably in its frame and be weather tight and rodent and insect proof. Weather stripping shall be used to exclude wind or rain from entering the building, dwelling or structure. Every door hinge, door latch, door and window shall be maintained in good working condition.
K. Window, Skylight and Door Frames. Every window, skylight, door and frame shall be constructed and maintained in such relation to the adjacent wall construction so as to exclude rain as completely as possible and substantially exclude wind from entering the building, dwelling or structure. Every window, skylight and door shall be fitted reasonably in its frame and be weather tight. Windows, skylights, doors and frames shall not be boarded up except temporarily in the event of a fire or other emergency and then only for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days.
L. Glazing. Every required window sash shall be fully supplied with glazing materials which are without open cracks or holes.
M. Openable Windows. Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be capable of being easily opened and shall be held in position by window hardware.
N. Door Hardware. 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 be capable of rightly securing the door. No person shall let to another for occupancy any dwelling or dwelling unit unless all exterior doors of the dwelling are equipped with functioning locking devices. Locks which can be secured from the exterior of the dwelling or dwelling unit which cannot be unlocked from the interior are expressly prohibited.
O. Insect Screens-Storm Doors/Windows. Every door and window or other outside opening used for ventilation purposes shall be supplied with approved sixteen (16) mesh screening and storm door/storm windows; every swinging screen door or storm door shall have a self-closing device in good working condition. Windows located at or near ground level shall be supplied with adequate screens to prevent entry of rats or rodents into the building, structure or dwelling. Screens shall not be required in any dwelling units or rooms above the fifth floor.
P. Basement Hatchways. Every basement or cellar hatch-way shall be so constructed and maintained as to prevent the entrance of rodents, rain, rats, insects and surface water drainage into the building, structure or dwelling.
Q. Guards for Basement Windows. Every basement or cellar window which is openable shall be supplied with rodent-proof shields or storm windows or other material affording protection against the entry of rats, rodents, or insects.
R. Matching Exterior Repairs. Whenever repair, replacement or maintenance of exterior walls or roofs is required, such repair, replacement or maintenance shall be undertaken so as to match, conform and be consistent with the existing exterior.
S. Exterior Accessories. Mailboxes, television antennas, doorbells, coachlights, entrance lights, and other exterior accessories, shall be securely and firmly fastened to the dwelling and maintained in good repair and working condition.
T. Sump Pump Discharge. Sump pump discharge shall be directed away from adjacent properties and retained on the premises. Tying of sump pump discharge directly into the sewer system is prohibited.
U. Exterior Maintenance. The exterior finish of all buildings, structures and dwellings shall be maintained; chipped and peeling paint shall be removed and replaced with new materials, damaged and deteriorated walls shall be removed, replaced or resurfaced, failing mortar shall be reconditioned and tuck-pointed. Damaged or deteriorated roof; doors and windows shall be repaired and/or replaced to a structurally sound condition. Fences, porches, stairways, balconies and entrances shall be maintained in good condition and repair, and protected by weather resistant materials.
V. Lead-Based Paint. Lead-based paint with a lead content of more than one-half (½) of one percent (1%) shall not be applied to any interior or exterior surface of a building, structure, dwelling, dwelling unit or child care facility, including fences and outbuildings at these locations. Existing interior and exterior painted surfaces of buildings, structures, dwelling units and child care facilities that contain an excess of one-half (½) of one percent (1%) lead shall be removed or covered with paneling or other suitable covering approved by the code enforcement officer.