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PURPOSE:

The purpose of this chapter is to proactively identify such substandard and unsafe residential buildings and dwelling units and to ensure the rehabilitation of those buildings and dwelling units that do not meet minimum property maintenance, building, housing, fire, and health and safety code standards, are not safe to occupy, or do not comply with zoning codes, with the end goal to eliminate and abate the underlying substandard, unsafe, unsanitary, and/or nuisance conditions. This chapter is further intended to preserve and enhance the quality of life for residents living in such rental buildings and dwelling units and the neighborhoods which host these structures. (Ord. #1702, §1)