Chapter 15-02
CODE STANDARDS
Sections:
15-02-010 Codes adopted.
A. There is adopted by the city, for the purpose of prescribing building regulations to protect the life and property of its residents, which regulations are consistent with nationally recognized standards, those certain codes being marked and designated as the International Code Council’s Building Code, Property Maintenance Code, Residential Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing Code, Energy Conservation Code, Private Sewer Code, and Technical Codes.
B. The city of Harvey will automatically update the code enforcement procedures and codes for enforcement based on the latest editions governed under the International Code Council.
C. The fines for failure to follow ICC codes are outlined in the table below.
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COURT COSTS: 1st appearance—$75.00 plus fine 2nd—$100.00 plus fine 3rd—$150.00 plus fine |
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CODE/ORDINANCE DESCRIPTION |
FEES/FINE |
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PM A101.1 |
Board Up (Boards Must Be Painted) |
$1,000.00 |
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BC 105.1 |
Working without a Permit |
$1,000.00 |
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BC 107.1 |
Construction Documents |
$1,000.00 |
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BC 2908.2 |
Existing Drainage Nuisance |
$1,000.00 |
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BC 3303.1 |
Demolition of Garage without Permit |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 108.1.1 |
Unsafe Structure |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 108.1.2 |
Unsafe Equipment |
$500.00 |
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PM 108.1.3 |
Structure Unsafe for Human Occupancy |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 108.1.4 |
Unlawful Structure |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 108.1.5 |
Dangerous Structure or Premises |
$2,000.00 |
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PM 108.2 |
Closing of Vacant Structure |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 108.4.1 |
Removal of Placards |
$500.00 |
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PM 108.5 |
Prohibited Occupancy |
$500.00 |
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PM 109.1 |
Imminent Danger |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 112.4 |
Failure to Comply with Stop Work Order |
$2,500.00 |
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PM 301.2 |
Premises Not Being Maintained |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.1 |
Sanitation |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.2 |
Grading and Drainage |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.3 |
Sidewalks and Driveways |
$250.00 |
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PM 302.4 |
Weeds |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.5 |
Rodent Harborage |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.6 |
Exhaust Vents |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.7 |
Accessory Structures |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.8 |
Motor Vehicle |
$500.00 |
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PM 302.9 |
Defacement of Property (Graffiti) |
$200.00 |
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PM 303.1 |
Swimming Pools |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.1.1 |
Exterior Unsafe Conditions |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.2 |
Exterior Protective Treatment |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.3 |
Exterior Premises Identification (Address) |
$75.00 |
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PM 304.4 |
Exterior Structural Members |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.5 |
Exterior Foundation Walls |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.6 |
Exterior Walls |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.7 |
Roof and Drainage |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.9 |
Exterior Overhang Extensions |
$200.00 |
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PM 304.10 |
Exterior Stairways, Decks, Porches, Balconies |
$500.00 |
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PM 304.11 |
Chimneys and Towers |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 304.12 |
Exterior Handrails and Guards |
$200.00 |
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PM 304.13 |
Exterior Windows and Door Frames |
$200.00 |
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PM 304.14 |
Exterior Insect Screens |
$250.00 |
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PM 304.15 |
Exterior Doors |
$250.00 |
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PM 304.16 |
Exterior Basement Hatchways |
$200.00 |
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PM 304.18 |
Exterior Building Security—Doors, Windows |
$500.00 |
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PM 305.1 |
Interior Unsafe Conditions |
$200.00 |
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PM 305.2 |
Interior Structural Members |
$200.00 |
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PM 305.3 |
Interior Surfaces |
$200.00 |
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PM 305.4 |
Interior Stairs and Walking Surfaces |
$200.00 |
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PM 305.5 |
Interior Handrails and Guards |
$200.00 |
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PM 305.6 |
Interior Doors |
$200.00 |
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PM 306.1.1 |
Unsafe Conditions—Soil, Concrete, Aluminum, Masonry, Steel, Wood |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 308.1 |
Accumulation of Rubbish or Garbage— |
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense |
$500.00 $1,000.00 $1,500.00 |
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PM 308.2 |
Disposal of Rubbish (Debris) |
$500.00 |
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PM 308.3 |
Disposal of Garbage |
$500.00 |
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PM 309.1 |
Infestation—Insect and Rodent |
$500.00 |
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PM 402.2 |
Lighting—Common Halls and Stairways |
$200.00 |
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PM 403.1 |
Ventilation—Habitable Spaces |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 404.5 |
Overcrowding |
$500.00 |
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PM 504.1 |
Plumbing Fixtures |
$200.00 |
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PM 504.3 |
Hazardous Plumbing |
$500.00 |
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PM 505.1 |
Water System |
$500.00 |
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PM 505.2 |
Contamination |
$500.00 |
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PM 505.3 |
Water Heating Facilities |
$500.00 |
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PM 506.1 |
Sanitary Drainage System |
$500.00 |
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PM 506.3 |
Grease Interceptor |
$500.00 |
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PM 507.1 |
Storm Drainage |
$500.00 |
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PM 602.1 |
Heating Facilities |
$500.00 |
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PM 602.3 |
Heat Supply—68 Degrees from October 15th—April 15th |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 603.1 |
Mechanical Appliances |
$1,500.00 |
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PM 604.1 |
Electrical Facilities |
$500.00 |
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PM 604.3 |
Electrical System Hazards |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 605.1 |
Electrical Equipment Installation |
$500.00 |
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PM 607.1 |
Duct Systems Free of Obstructions |
$500.00 |
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PM 702.1 |
Means of Egress |
$1,500.00 |
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PM 702.4 |
Number of Exits |
$1,000.00 |
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PM 704.1 |
Fire Protection Systems |
$1,500.00 |
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PM 704.2 |
Smoke Detectors |
$1,500.00 |
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(Ord. 3451 § 1, 2022; Ord. 3316 § 2 (part), 2015: Ord. 3274A § 2, 2012)