§ 24.01.570. Authority to condemn building service equipment.

A.

When the building official ascertains that building service equipment regulated in the technical codes has become hazardous to life, health or property, or has become unsanitary, the building official shall order, in writing, that such equipment either be removed or restored to a safe or sanitary condition, as appropriate.

B.

The written notice itself shall fix a time limit for compliance with such order. Defective building service equipment shall not be maintained after receiving such notice.

C.

When such equipment or installation is to be disconnected, a written notice of such disconnection and causes therefor shall be given within twenty-four (24) hours to the serving utility, the owner and occupant of such building, structure or premises.

D.

When any building service equipment is maintained in violation of the technical codes and in violation of a notice issued pursuant to the provisions of this title, the building official shall institute appropriate action to prevent, restrain, correct or abate the violation.

(Ord. 28166.)