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NEIGHBORHOOD CODE ENFORCEMENT

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HOUSING & BUILDING STANDARDS

Section

Code

BASIC FACILITIES:

Water Supply
Plumbing
Water Heaters
Sewerage Systems
Water Closet & Lavatory
Bath
Kitchen 
Egress
Exit Locks
Smoke Detectors
Garbage/Rubbish

12-001, 12-002 
12-010
12-020 to 12-026
12-03012-031
12-040 to 12-056 
12-060 to 12-066
12-070 to 12-078
12-080
12-090
94-100 
12-200

LIGHT, VENTILATION, HEATING, & ELECTRICAL SERVICE:

Light
Ventilation
Lock Windows
Screens
Electrical
Heat
Space Heaters 

13-001 to 13-013
13-020 to 13-023
13-030
13-040 to 13-043
13-050 to 13-062
13-070 to 13-077
13-080

SAFETY AND SANITARY MAINTENANCE:

Sanitary Maintenance

14-001 to 14-009 

Exterior Standards:

Roof 
Porch/Soffits
Gutters & Downspouts
Foundation
Walls/Siding
Windows
Porch Floors 
Exterior Doors
Stairs/Handrail
Chimney
Trash/Abandoned Vehicles
Cisterns
Accessory Buildings
Yard Grade
Unsecured Accessory Bldgs
Glass Panes
Fences 

14-024
14-020 to 14-023 
14-030 to 14-034
14-040 to 14-041
14-050 to 14-055
14-060 to 14-064
14-070 to 14-072
14-080 to 14-082
14-090 to 14-097
14-098
14-120 to 14-121 
14-122
14-129 to 14-136
14-140 
14-150
14-160 to 14-162
14-137

Interior Standards:

Stairs
Roof 
Walls
Floors 
Ceilings
Doors
Basement 
Windows
Discontinuance of Utilities
Discontinuance of Utilities (Eviction) 

14-090, 14-093
14-026
14-201
14-202, 14-203, 14-205
14-200, 14-204
14-210 to 14-212
14-220
14-230, 14-231
14-300 
14-301

SPACE & OCCUPANCY:

Living Space
Sleeping Space
Sleeping Room Arrangement
Ceiling Height
Basement Occupancy

15-001
15-010, 15-200 
15-020
15-030
15-100

RESPONSIBILITIES OF OCCUPANTS: OWNER

Prohibited Occupancy-Occupant
Sanitation
Extermination
Garbage Disposal
Egress
Flammable Storage
Occupant Control of Heat
Prohibited Occupancy-Owner
Sanitary Maintenance
Garbage-Rubbish Receptacle
Heat-October 1 to May 1
Rat proofing/
Pest Extermination
Posting of I.D.

16-001 
16-010
16-120 
16-130
16-140
16-150 
16-160, 16-161 
16-170, 16-180 
16-190, 16-200
16-210
16-220
 
16-230  
16-240
 

CERTAIN BUILDING CONDITIONS
DEEMED UNSAFE

31-001

UNSECURED OPENINGS TO BE BOARDED           61-001

 

SECTION 152.12 - BASIC FACILITIES

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12 (A) Water Supply Facilities
12-001 Dwelling is not connected to an approved water source. 
152.12 (A) 
INSTALL WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM TO DWELLING.
12-002 Water supply system does not provide adequate pressure or volume to cause plumbing to function properly. 152.12 (A)
REPAIR/REPLACE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM.
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12 (B) Plumbing - Installation and Maintenance
12-010 Dwelling does not have approved plumbing system. 152.12(B) INSTALL PLUMBING SYSTEM ACCORDING TO INDIANA PLUMBING RULES, 1981 ED.
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12(C) Water Heating Facilities (110 degrees F)
12-020

Water heating facilities are not provided in dwelling unit as required. 152.12(C)
INSTALL WATER HEATER WITH CAPACITY TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOT WATER FOR DWELLING UNIT. WATER MUST BE HEATED TO A TEMPERATURE OF NOT LESS THAN 110 DEGREES AT EACH OUTLET.

12-021

Hot water heater is improperly connected to electric or gas service. 152.12(C)
REPLACE OR REPAIR CONNECTIONS ACCORDING TO ALLEN COUNTY BUILDING CODE.

12-022

Hot water heater is not working properly to meet needs of dwelling unit. 152.12 (C)
REPAIR OR REPLACE WATER HEATER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOT WATER FOR DWELLING UNIT. WATER MUST BE HEATED TO A TEMPERATURE OF NOT LESS THAN 110 DEGREES F. AT EACH OUTLET.

12-023

Hot water heater or attached plumbing is leaking. 152.12(C)
REPAIR OR REPLACE FIXTURE.

12-024

Hot water heater vent pipe is improperly installed. 152.12(C)
CONNECT VENT PIPE TO AN ADEQUATE SIZED CHIMNEY FLUE IN A SAFE MANNER.

12-025 Hot water heater is not set to provide water heated to a temperature of not less than 110° F. at each outlet. 152.12 (C)
RESET HOT WATER HEATER TEMPERATURE VALVE TO PROVIDE WATER HEATED TO NOT LESS THAN 110° F. AT EACH OUTLET.
12-026

There is no drip leg on hot water heater relief valve. 152.12(C)
INSTALL DRIP LEG ON HOT WATER HEATER RELIEF VALVE.

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12 (D) Sewerage System
12-030

Plumbing stack has not been installed properly. 152.12(D)
PLUMBING STACK SHOULD BE REPAIRED/REPLACED TO COMPLY WITH INDIANA PLUMBING CODE, 1981 ED.

12-031

Sewerage line is not functioning properly. 152.12(D)
REPAIR/REPLACE SANITARY SEWERAGE LINE.

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(12 (E) Water Closet & Lavatory Facilities
12-040

Water closet (toilet) is not provided in dwelling unit as required. 152.12(E)
INSTALL WATER CLOSET (TOILET). CONNECT TO AN APPROVED WATER AND HOUSE DRAIN SYSTEM.

12-041

Bathroom facilities are inadequate for occupants. 152.12(E)
EACH DWELLING UNIT MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF ONE BATHROOM WHICH PROVIDES PRIVACY.

12-042

Water closet (toilet) is not in room which provides privacy. 152.12(E)
CONSTRUCT A ROOM OR OTHERWISE ENCLOSE WATER CLOSET (TOILET) ROOM.

12-043 

Water closet (toilet) is leaking. 152.12(E)
REPAIR LEAK OR REPLACE NECESSARY PARTS.

12-044

Water closet (toilet) does not flush properly. 152.12(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE FLUSH MECHANISM.

12-045

Water closet (toilet) fixture is broken (seat) (flush handle). 152.12(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE APPROPRIATE FIXTURE.

12-046

Water closet (toilet) not adequately secured. 152.12(E)
SECURE FIXTURE.

12-047

Water closet (toilet) does not flush efficiently, drain appears clogged or partially clogged. 152.12(E)
UNSTOP CLOGGED CONDITION OF WATER CLOSET (TOILET) DRAIN.

12-050

Hand lavatory basin is not provided. 152.12(E)
INSTALL HAND LAVATORY BASIN.

12-051

Hand lavatory basin is not properly connected to an approved water system. 152.12(E)
PROPERLY CONNECT HAND LAVATORY BASIN TO AN APPROVED WATER SUPPLY.

12-052

Hand lavatory basin is not connected to an approved house drain and sewer system. 152.12(E)
CONNECT HAND LAVATORY BASIN TO AN APPROVED HOUSE DRAIN AND SEWER SYSTEM.

12-053

Hand lavatory basin is not in proper repair to meet need of dwelling unit. 152.12(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE LAVATORY BASIN.

12-054

Hand lavatory basin is not serviced with hot and cold water. 152.12(E)
CONNECT HAND LAVATORY BASIN TO HOT AND COLD WATER LINES.

12-055

Hand lavatory basin is not adequately secured to wall. 152.12(E)
PROVIDE OR ADJUST INSTALLATION FIXTURES SO HAND LAVATORY BASIN IS TIGHTLY SECURED TO WALL.

12-056

Hand lavatory drain pipe is clogged or partially clogged. 152.12(E)
UNSTOP DRAIN PIPE OR EMPLOY PROFESSIONAL PLUMBER FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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12 (F) Bathing Facilities
12-060

Bathing facilities (tub and/or shower) are not provided in dwelling unit. 152.12(F)
INSTALL BATHING FACILITIES.

12-061

Bathing facility (tub and/or shower) is not properly connected to an approved water system. 152.12(F)
CONNECT BATHING FACILITY TO AN APPROVED WATER SYSTEM.

12-062

Bathing facilities (tub and/or shower) are not properly connected to an approved house drain and sewer system. 152.12(F)
CONNECT BATHING FACILITIES TO AN APPROVED HOUSE DRAIN AND SEWER SYSTEM.

12-063

Bathing facilities (tub and/or shower) are not enclosed for privacy. 152.12(F)
ENCLOSE BATHING FACILITIES.

12-064

Bathing facility (tub and/or shower) is not in proper repair to meet need within the dwelling unit. 152.12(F)
REPAIR OR REPLACE FIXTURE.

12-065

Bathing facilities (tub and/or shower) are not serviced with hot and cold water. 152.12(F)
CONNECT BATHING FACILITIES TO HOT AND COLD WATER LINES.

12-066

Bathing facility (tub and/or shower) drain is in poor working condition. 152.12(F)
REPAIR DRAIN OR EMPLOY PROFESSIONAL PLUMBER FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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12 (G) Kitchen & Kitchen Facilities
12-070

Space and connections for a cooking facility and a space for refrigerated food storage have not been provided in the dwelling unit. 152.12(G)(1)
SPACE AND CONNECTIONS FOR A COOKING FACILITY AND FOR REFRIGERATED FOOD STORAGE MUST BE PROVIDED.

12-071

Kitchen sink is not provided in dwelling unit. 152.12(G)(2)
INSTALL A KITCHEN SINK TO AN APPROVED WATER AND HOUSE DRAIN SYSTEM

12-072

Kitchen sink is improperly connected to an approved water supply and sewer system. 152.12(G)(2)
CONNECT KITCHEN SINK TO AN APPROVED WATER SUPPLY AND SEWER SYSTEM.

12-073

Kitchen sink is not in proper repair to meet need of dwelling unit. 152.12(G)(2)
REPAIR OR REPLACE THIS FIXTURE.

12-074

Kitchen sink is not serviced with hot and cold water. 152.12(G)(2)
PROVIDE BOTH HOT AND COLD WATER TO KITCHEN SINK.

12-075

Kitchen sink is not adequately secured to wall. 152.12(G)(2)
PROVIDE OR ADJUST INSTALLATION FIXTURES SO KITCHEN SINK IS TIGHTLY SECURED TO WALL.

12-076

Gasoline, kerosene and other similar fuel burning appliances shall not be used for cooking in the dwelling unit. 152.12(G)(3)
REPLACE APPLIANCE USED FOR COOKING.

12-077

Kitchen range hood is potential fire hazard due to grease or residue accumulation. 152.12(G)(4)
CLEAN RANGE HOOD.

12-078 

Kitchen sink drain pipe is clogged or partially clogged. 152.12(G)
UNSTOP DRAIN PIPE OR EMPLOY PROFESSIONAL PLUMBER FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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12 (H) Egress
12-080

Dwelling does not have safe, unobstructed means of egress. 152.12(H)
REMOVE OBSTRUCTIONS (STORAGE, DEBRIS, OR TRASH) SO DWELLING HAS SAFE MEANS OF EGRESS.

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12 (I) Exits: No Double-Bolt Key
12-090

Lock on door is in violation of City Ordinance. 152.12(I)
REMOVE/REPLACE LOCK WITH A CLOSURE THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE THE USE OF A KEY TO OPEN FROM THE INSIDE.

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12 (J) Fire Protection - Smoke Detectors
94-100

Functional, properly located, labeled and listed smoke detector is not provided. 94.60 through 94.99
INSTALL APPROVED, FUNCTIONAL SMOKE DETECTOR OUTSIDE OF BEDROOMS (WITHIN 15 FEET OF ALL ROOMS USED FOR SLEEPING)

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12 (K) Garbage & Rubbish
12-200

Dwelling is littered with heavy accumulation of refuse/debris which creates a potential vermin harborage. 152.12(K)
RESTORE TO A CLEAN AND SANITARY CONDITION.

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SECTION 152.13
LIGHT, VENTILATION, HEATING & ELECTRICAL SERVICE

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13 (A) Light
13-001

Window area in room is inadequate for light. 152.13(A)
THE WINDOW AREA FOR EACH HABITABLE ROOM SHALL BE 10% OF THE FLOOR AREA OF SUCH ROOM.

13-010

Public hallway in dwelling containing 4 or more units is inadequately lighted. 152.13(A)(2)
PROVIDE LIGHTING FACILITIES EQUAL TO THE ILLUMINATION OF A 60 WATT BULB AT ALL TIMES.

13-011

Public stairway containing 4 or more units in dwelling is inadequately lighted. 152.13(A)(2)
PROVIDE LIGHTING FACILITIES EQUAL TO THE ILLUMINATION OF A 60 WATT BULB AT ALL TIMES.

13-012

Public hallway is inadequately lighted. 152.13(A)(2)
PROVIDE LIGHTING FACILITIES WHICH IS EQUAL TO THE ILLUMINATION OF A 60 WATT BULB WHICH MAY BE TURNED ON BY OCCUPANTS WHEN NEEDED.

13-013

Public stairway in dwelling is inadequately lighted. 152.13(A)(2)
PROVIDE LIGHTING FACILITIES WHICH IS EQUAL TO THE ILLUMINATION OF A 60 WATT BULB WHICH MAY BE TURNED ON BY OCCUPANTS WHEN NEEDED.

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13 (B) Ventilation
13-020

Operable window area in room is inadequate for proper ventilation. 152.13(B)
REPAIR WINDOWS TO AN EASILY OPERABLE CONDITION. AT LEAST ONE WINDOW IN EACH HABITABLE ROOM MUST BE MAINTAINED IN AN EASILY OPERABLE CONDITION AT ALL TIMES.

13-021

Water closet (toilet) room ventilation is inadequate. 152.13(B)(1)
INSTALL OR REPAIR OUTDOOR WINDOW TO BE OPERABLE OR PROVIDE APPROVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION.

13-022

Kitchen ventilation is inadequate. 152.13(B)(1)
INSTALL OR REPAIR OUTDOOR WINDOW TO BE OPERABLE OR PROVIDE APPROVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION.

13-023

Bathroom ventilation is inadequate. 152.13(B)(1)
INSTALL OR REPAIR OUTDOOR WINDOW TO BE OPERABLE OR PROVIDE APPROVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION.

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13 (C) Locking Window Hardware
13-030

Locking window hardware is not adequate. 152.13(C)
EVERY WINDOW ACCESSIBLE WITHIN TWELVE (12) FEET OF THE ADJACENT GROUND SHALL BE SUPPLIED WITH AN ADEQUATE LOCKING DEVICE.

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13 (D) Screens
13-040

Screens are needed to protect dwelling from flying insects and vermin. 152.13(D)
PROVIDE PROTECTIVE SCREENS IN GOOD REPAIR BETWEEN MAY 1 AND OCTOBER 1 FOR ALL EXTERIOR DOORS AND ALL OPERABLE WINDOWS USED FOR REQUIRED VENTILATION. (OWNER RESPONSIBILITY)

13-041

Exterior door screen is in poor repair and extensively deteriorated. 152.13(D)
REPAIR/REPLACE DEFECTIVE DOOR SCREEN.

13-042

Window screens are in poor repair as evidenced by torn screens. 152.13(D)
REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE WINDOW SCREENS. (OCCUPANT RESPONSIBILITY)

13-043

Basement window is not covered with screen. 152.13(D)(4)
BASEMENT WINDOWS INTENDED FOR USE FOR VENTILATION SHALL BE COVERED WITH SCREENS TO PREVENT ENTRANCE OF RODENTS.

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13 (E) Electrical Service
13-050

Approved electrical service is not provided in dwelling unit. 152.13(E)
INSTALL ELECTRIC SERVICE IN CONFORMITY WITH BUILDING CODE REGULATIONS.

13-051

Electric service box is inadequate and dangerous. 152.13(E)
INSTALL AN ELECTRICAL SERVICE BOX IN CONFORMITY WITH BUILDING CODE REGULATIONS.

13-052

Improper fuses are used in electrical service box. 152.13(E)
PROVIDE FUSES IN CONFORMITY WITH BUILDING CODE REGULATIONS.

13-053

Circuits in dwelling are inadequate. 152.13(E)
INSTALL ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS WHICH MEET THE BUILDING CODE REGULATIONS.

13-054

Electric wiring is exposed and defective. 152.13(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL EXPOSED AND DEFECTIVE WIRING TO MEET BUILDING CODE REGULATIONS.

13-055

Light fixture is damaged and dangerous. 152.13(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE LIGHT FIXTURE.

13-056

Insufficient number of electrical outlets are provided. 152.13(E)
INSTALL OUTLETS IN CONFORMITY WITH MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR HOUSING ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS.

13-057

Electrical outlets are defective and/or dangerous. 152.13(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE OUTLETS.

13-058

Light switch is missing. 152.13(E)
REPLACE LIGHT SWITCH.

13-059

Light switch is defective and/or dangerous. 152.13(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE LIGHT SWITCH.

13-060

Electrical connection of appliance is defective and/or dangerous. 152.13(E)
REPAIR OR REPLACE NEEDED ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.

13-061

Temporary wiring or extension cord is being used as a permanent wiring. 152.13(E)
DISCONTINUE USE OF TEMPORARY WIRING OR EXTENSION CORDS. ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MUST BE CONNECTED TO PERMANENT ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN SAFE WORKING CONDITION.

13-062

Ceiling or wall light fixtures are not provided as required. 152.13(E)
INSTALL EITHER CEILING OR WALL TYPE LIGHT FIXTURES IN CONFORMITY WITH HOUSING ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS.

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13 (F) Heating Facilities
13-070

Heat is not adequate in dwelling unit. 152.13(F)
ALL HABITABLE ROOMS INCLUDING BATHROOMS SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 68 DEGREES F. AT A DISTANCE OF 3 FEET ABOVE FLOOR LEVEL WHEN TEMPERATURE OUTDOORS IS 0 DEGREES.

13-071

Heating facilities are inadequate for dwelling. 152.13(F)
INSTALL OR REPAIR HEATING FACILITIES SO ALL HABITABLE ROOMS AND BATHROOMS CAN BE HEATED SAFELY TO 68 DEGREES F. AT A DISTANCE OF 3 FEET ABOVE FLOOR LEVEL WHEN TEMPERATURE OUTDOORS IS 0 DEGREES.

13-072

Heat ducts are not maintained adequately for efficient delivery of heat. 152.13(F)
REPAIR OR REPLACE FAULTY HEAT DUCTS.

13-073

Radiator heating system leaking. 152.13(F)
REPAIR LEAK.

13-074

Fumes are leaking to interior of dwelling from faulty heating facilities. 152.13(F)
REPAIR OR REPLACE THE FAULTY HEATING FACILITIES.

13-075

Heat registers are missing. 152.13(F)
PROVIDE REGISTERS.

13-076

Heating facilities is not properly installed. 152.13(F)
FACILITY MUST BE PROPERLY VENTED TO OUTDOORS, AND MUST BE PROVIDED WITH A PERMANENT, PROPER AND SAFE MEANS FOR SUPPLYING OF COMBUSTION AIR.

13-077

Unvented space heater is inadequate and unsafe heating facility. 152.13(F)
PROPERLY VENT SPACE HEATER OR REPLACE WITH SAFE AND ADEQUATE FACILITY.

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13 (G) Space Heating Units
13-080

Use of space heating unit as primary source of heat is illegal. 152.13(G)
REPAIR/REPLACE CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM.

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SECTION 152.14 - SAFETY AND SANITARY MAINTENANCE

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14 (A) Sanitary Maintenance
14-001

Floors in dwelling are unsanitary. 152.16(A)(1)
CLEAR/CLEAN FLOOR AREA OF TRASH, DEBRIS, GARBAGE AND OTHER UNSANITARY CONDITIONS (OCCUPANT).

14-002

Floors in dwelling are unsanitary. 152.14(A)(1)
CLEAR/CLEAN FLOOR AREA OF TRASH, DEBRIS, GARBAGE AND OTHER UNSANITARY CONDITIONS (OWNER).

14-003

Public/common areas in structure are unsanitary. 152.14(A)(1)
CLEAR/CLEAN ALL PUBLIC/COMMON AREAS IN STRUCTURE TO A SAFE, SANITARY CONDITION.

14-004

Walls are unsanitary ( ). 152.14(A)(2)
CLEAN WALLS.

14-005

Ceilings are unsanitary. 152.14(A)(2)
CLEAN CEILING.

14-006

Water closet (toilet) is unsanitary. 152.14(A)(3)
CLEAN TOILET TO SANITARY CONDITION.

14-007

Hand lavatory basin is badly soiled. 152.14(A)(3)
CLEAN LAVATORY BASIN.

14-008

Bathing facilities (tub and/or shower) have accumulation of soil. 152.14(A)(3)
CLEAN BATHING FACILITIES (TUB AND/OR SHOWER).

14-009

Kitchen sink is badly soiled. 152.14(A)(3)
CLEAN SINK SO IT IS A SANITARY FIXTURE.

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14 (B) (1) Exterior Standards
14-020

Soffit boards are deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(a)
REPAIR OR REPLACE SOFFIT BOARDS.

14-021

Eaves are water damaged and in poor repair. 152.14(B)(1)(a)
REPAIR EAVES AND RESTORE EXTERIOR WOOD SURFACE TO A WEATHER-RESISTANT CONDITION.

14-022

Porch ceiling is extensively deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(a)
REPAIR PORCH CEILINGS TO A SOUND, WEATHER-RESISTANT
CONDITION.

14-023

Porch roof support structure is in poor repair and hazardous. 152.14(B)(1)(a)
RESTORE PORCH ROOF SUPPORT STRUCTURE TO A SAFE AND SOUND CONDITION.

14-024

Dwelling roof is severely deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(a)
REPAIR OR REPLACE ROOF SHEATHING RAFTERS AND ROOFING TO A WEATHER-TIGHT CONDITION.

14-025

Porch roof is severely deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(a)
REPAIR OR REPLACE ROOF SHEATHING RAFTERS AND ROOFING TO A WEATHER-TIGHT CONDITION.

14-026

Roof leakage evident in interior of structure. 152.14 (B)(1)(a)
RESTORE ROOF TO A WEATHER TIGHT CONDITION.

14-027

Roofing shingles are missing. 152.14(B)(1)(a)
REPLACE SHINGLES.

14-030

Gutters are deteriorated as evidenced by corrosion damage. 152.14(B)(1)(b)
REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE GUTTERS.

14-031

Gutters are missing. 152.14(B)(1)(b)
REPLACE MISSING GUTTERS.

14-032

Gutters are improperly maintained. 152.14(B)(1)(b)
GUTTERS SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR AND KEPT FREE FROM LEAVES AND OTHER DEBRIS.

14-033

Downspouts are extensively deteriorated as evidenced by corrosion. 152.14(B)(1)(b)
REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE DOWNSPOUTS.

14-034

Downspouts are missing. 152.14(B)(1)(b)
INSTALL DOWNSPOUTS WHERE MISSING.

14-040

Extensive deterioration of foundation is evidenced by loose or missing mortar. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
TUCK-POINT OR REPAIR MASONRY FOUNDATION.

14-041

Holes in the foundation of structure are evidence of poor repair and are conducive to rodent entry. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR FOUNDATION TO A SOUND AND RODENT-PROOF CONDITION.

14-050

Extensive deterioration of exterior brick walls is evidenced by loose or missing mortar. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
TUCK-POINT OR REPAIR DETERIORATING BRICK WALLS.

14-051

Extensive deterioration of exterior stucco walls is evidenced by cracks in the stucco. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
RESTORE EXTERIOR WALLS TO A SOUND AND WEATHER-PROOF CONDITION.

14-052

Exterior house siding is loose and deteriorating. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPLACE OR REPAIR SIDING TO A SOUND AND WEATHER-TIGHT CONDITION.

14-053

Exterior siding is cracked and broken. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR SIDING TO A SOUND AND WEATHER-TIGHT CONDITION.

14-054

Brick wall of porch is extensively deteriorated as evidenced by loose brick and missing mortar. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
TUCK-POINT AND REPAIR PORCH WALLS TO A SOUND CONDITION.

14-055

Porch has separated from dwelling walls. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR PORCH TO A SOUND CONDITION.

14-060

Extensive deterioration of exterior trim board is evidenced by rot, missing paint, and exposed wood surfaces. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPLACE OR REPAIR TRIM BOARDS TO PROTECT STRUCTURE FROM ELEMENTS AND DECAY.

14-061

Window frames are rotted and deteriorating. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPLACE OR REPAIR DEFECTIVE WINDOW FRAMES. MAINTAIN EXTERIOR WOOD FRAMES IN A WEATHER-RESISTANT CONDITION.

14-062

Window sashes are rotted and extensively deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPLACE OR REPAIR DEFECTIVE SASH AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR WOOD SURFACES IN A WEATHER-RESISTANT CONDITION.

14-063

Windows are ill-fitting and not weather-tight. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR DEFECTIVE WINDOWS TO A WEATHER-TIGHT CONDITION.

14-064

Basement windows are in poor repair. Not weather-tight or rodent-proof. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPLACE OR REPAIR DEFECTIVE WINDOWS.

14-070

Deterioration of porch floor is evidenced by rotted and broken boards. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR PORCH FLOOR TO A SAFE AND SOUND CONDITION.

14-071

Porch floor boards are loose and missing. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR PORCH FLOOR TO A SAFE AND SOUND CONDITION.

14-072

Concrete floor of porch is cracked and broken. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR PORCH FLOOR TO A SAFE AND SOUND CONDITION.

14-080

Cellar hatchway is extensively deteriorated as evidenced by loose, rotted and broken boards. 142.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR HATCHWAY TO A SOUND, WEATHER-TIGHT, AND RODENT-PROOF CONDITION.

14-081

Ill-fitting exterior doors do not protect structure from elements. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR EXTERIOR DOORS TO FIT FRAME PROPERLY AND TO A WEATHER-TIGHT CONDITION.

14-082

Exterior door is deteriorated and/or missing. 152.14(B)(1)(c)
REPAIR OR REPLACE EXTERIOR DOORS TO A SOUND AND WEATHER-TIGHT CONDITION.

14-090

Interior stair steps are deteriorated, broken, and unsafe. 152.14(B)(1)(d)(1)
REPAIR STEPS TO A SAFE CONDITION.

14-091

Exterior stair steps are deteriorated, broken and unsafe. 152.14(B)(1)(d)(1)
REPAIR STEPS TO A SAFE, SOUND CONDITION.

14-092

Cellar stair steps are weak and deteriorating. 152.14(B)(1)(d)(1)
REPAIR STAIR STEPS TO A SAFE, SOUND CONDITION.

14-093

Interior stairway for upper stories of dwelling lacks a handrail. 152.13(B)(1)(d)(2)
PROVIDE HANDRAIL.

14-094

Handrail for stairway of dwelling, is weak, loose, and in poor repair. 152.14(B)(1)(d)(2)
REPAIR DEFECTIVE HANDRAIL TO A SAFE, SOUND CONDITION.

14-095

Exterior stairway of dwelling lacks a handrail. 152.14(B)(1)(d)(2)
PROVIDE HANDRAIL.

14-096

Cellar stairway lacks a handrail. 152.14(B)(1)(d)(2)
PROVIDE HANDRAIL.

14-097

Porch railing is deteriorated and hazardous. 152.14(B)(1)(d)(3)
REPAIR OR REPLACE RAILINGS.

14-098

Chimney is in poor repair as evidenced by loose bricks and missing mortar. 152.14(B)(1)(e)
REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING BRICK: TUCK-POINT WHERE NEEDED.

14-099

_________ is in danger of falling from the structure ( ). 152.14(B)(1)(f)
REMOVE, REPAIR OR REPLACE __________ SO THERE IS NO DANGER OF IT FALLING.

14-120

Trash and debris litter the property. 152.14(B)(1)(g)
CLEAN YARD AREA OF ALL CONDITIONS THAT CREATE A HEALTH, ACCIDENT, OR FIRE HAZARD, OR WHICH ARE PUBLIC NUISANCE.
"This notice does not supersede any enforcement action taken by the Fort Wayne/Allen County Department of Health or other governmental agencies responsible for Code Enforcement."

14-121

Abandoned or immobile vehicle(s) on property. 152.14(B)(1)(g)
REMOVE VEHICLES.

14-122

Cistern on property is open and dangerous. 152.14(B)(1)(g)
FILL CISTERN OR TIGHTLY SECURE THE LID.

14-129

Roof leakage evident in interior of structure (accessory building) 152.14(B)(1)(h)
RESTORE ROOF TO A WEATHER TIGHT CONDITION.

14-130

Accessory buildings roof is extensively deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
REPAIR ACCESSORY ROOF TO A SOUND AND WATER TIGHT CONDITION.

14-131

Accessory buildings overhang is extensively deteriorated and in poor repair. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
REPAIR OVERHANG AND RESTORE WOOD TO A WEATHER RESISTANT CONDITION.

14-132

Accessory buildings siding and trim is in poor repair and deteriorating. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
REPAIR SIDING AND TRIM AND RESTORE EXTERIOR WOOD SURFACES TO A WEATHER RESISTANT CONDITION, BY PAINTING.

14-133

Accessory buildings doors are extensively deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
REPLACE OR REPAIR GARAGE DOORS TO A SOUND AND SERVICEABLE CONDITION.

14-134

Accessory buildings doors are missing. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
PROVIDE PROPERLY INSTALLED DOORS FOR GARAGE.

14-135

Extensively fire damaged accessory building is a public health and safety hazard. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
RAZE AND DISPOSE OF DEBRIS AND UNSAFE MATERIAL.

14-136

Dilapidated condition of accessory building creates a public health and safety hazard. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
IF NOT ECONOMICALLY FEASIBLE TO REPAIR, GARAGE SHOULD BE RAZED AND DEBRIS REMOVED FROM PREMISES.

14-137

Fence is deteriorated. 152.14(B)(1)(h)
REPAIR/REMOVE FENCE.

14-140

The yard space on property is improperly graded. 152.14(B)(1)(i)
GRADE OR PAVE YARD SPACE SO THAT WATER DRAINS AWAY FROM THE STRUCTURE OR DOESN'T COLLECT ON PROPERTY.

14-150

Accessory structure openings are unsecured. 152.14(B)(1)(j)
SECURE ALL OPENINGS IN ACCESSORY STRUCTURE(S) ON PROPERTY TO PROHIBIT ENTRANCE OF UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS.

14-161

Glass pane in the door is broken. 152.14(B)(1)(k)
REPLACE BROKEN OR MISSING GLASS PANES.

14-162

Glass panes are broken in accessory building window. 152.14(B)(1)(k)
REPLACE BROKEN WINDOW GLASS.

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14 (B) (2) Interior Standards
14-200 

Deterioration of ceilings is evidenced by cracks and holes in the plaster. 152.14(B)(2)(a)
REPAIR CEILINGS TO A SOUND AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.

14-201

Interior walls of dwelling are in poor repair and deteriorated as evidenced by cracks and holes in wall surface. 152.14(B)(2)(a)
REPAIR WALLS TO A SOUND AND READILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.

14-202

Extensive deterioration of flooring is evidenced by loose, rotted and broken boards. 152.14(B)(2)(a)
REPAIR FLOORING TO A SOUND CONDITION.

14-203

Floor joist system is weak and deteriorated. 152.14(B)(2)(a)
REPAIR FLOOR TO A SAFE, SOUND CONDITION.

14-204

Interior ceiling and/or walls have loose and peeling paint 152.14(B)(2)(d)(2)
REPAIR WALLS TO A SMOOTH AND SANITARY CONDITION.

14-205

Floors are in need of repair as evidenced by holes, cracks or loose and deteriorated materials. 152.14(B)(2)(d)(2)
REPAIR FLOORS BY REPLACING ANY DAMAGED AND MISSING MATERIALS.

14-210

Door does not fit its opening. 152.14(B)(2)(b)
REPAIR/REPLACE DOOR.

14-211

Door does not have hardware ( ). 152.14(B)(2)(b)
REPLACE HARDWARE ON DOOR.

14-212

Exterior door locking device is broken and/or missing. 152.14(B)(2)(b)
REPAIR OR REPLACE LOCKING DEVICE.

14-220

Significant dampness in basement is causing decay and deterioration to structure. 152.14(B)(2)(c)
REPAIR CONDITIONS TO PREVENT DECAY AND DETERIORATION OF STRUCTURE.

14-230

Exterior window frames and sashes are neglected and deteriorated as evidenced by poor condition of the wood surfaces. 152.14(B)(2)(d)(1)
REPAINT EXTERIOR WINDOW FRAMES AND SASHES OR PROVIDE OTHER EXTERIOR SURFACE WHICH WILL PROTECT THE STRUCTURE FROM ELEMENT AND DECAY.

14-231

Deterioration of exterior siding is evidenced by scaling paint and exposed wood surface. 152.14(B)(2)(c)
RE-PAINT EXTERIOR SIDING OR PROVIDE OTHER EXTERIOR SURFACE WHICH WILL PROTECT THE STRUCTURE FROM ELEMENT AND DECAY.

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14 (C) Discontinuance of Utilities or Service
14-300

__________________ is off. 152.14(C)(1)
NO OWNER, OPERATOR, OR OCCUPANT SHALL CAUSE ANY SERVICE, FACILITY, OR UTILITY WHICH IS REQUIRED TO BE SUPPLIED UNDER THIS STANDARD TO BE REMOVED FROM OR SHUT OFF FROM OR DISCONTINUED FROM ANY OCCUPIED DWELLING LET OR OCCUPIED BY HIM/HER EXCEPT FOR SUCH TEMPORARY INTERRUPTION AS MAY BE NECESSARY WHILE ACTUAL REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS ARE IN PROCESS, OR DURING TEMPORARY EMERGENCIES WHEN DISCONTINUANCE OF SERVICE IS APPROVED BY THE ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY.

14-301

__________ is off. 152.14(C)(2)
UTILITIES OR SERVICES REQUIRED UNDER THIS ORDINANCE SHALL NOT BE CAUSED TO BE SHUT OFF TO AN OCCUPIED DWELLING OR DWELLING UNIT BY AN OWNER, OPERATOR, OR AGENT IN ORDER TO EVICT THE OCCUPANT FROM A DWELLING OR DWELLING UNIT. PROVIDED HOWEVER, AN OWNER, OPERATOR OR AGENT MAY SHUT OFF UTILITIES OR SERVICES AT THE TIME THE OWNER, OPERATOR OR AGENT HAS A LEGAL RIGHT TO POSSESSION OF THE PREMISES. SAID LEGAL RIGHT TO POSSESSION OF THE PREMISES WOULD OCCUR AT THE EXPIRATION OF A WRITTEN NOTICE TO QUIT, AT THE TIME PROVIDED BY CONTRACT, OR AT ANY OTHER TIME THE OWNER, OPERATOR OR AGENT IS ENTITLED TO POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY.

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SECTION 152.15 - SPACE & OCCUPANCY

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15 (A) Occupancy
15-001

Number of occupants in dwelling unit exceeds the minimum standards of the Housing Code. 152.15(A)(1)
OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR NOTIFYING OCCUPANTS THAT THE PRESENT NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS EXCEEDS THE MINIMUM STANDARDS OF THE HOUSING CODE (LIVING SPACE).

15-010

Number of occupants in dwelling unit exceeds the minimum standards of the Housing Code. 152.15(A)(2)
OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR NOTIFYING OCCUPANTS THAT THE PRESENT NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS EXCEEDS THE MINIMUM STANDARDS OF THE HOUSING CODE (SLEEPING SPACE).

15-020

The sleeping room arrangement in this dwelling is in violation of Section 152.15(A)(3) of the City Housing Standards. 152.15(A)(3)
NO DWELLING OR DWELLING UNIT CONTAINING TWO OR MORE SLEEPING ROOMS SHALL HAVE SUCH ROOM ARRANGEMENTS THAT ACCESS TO A BATHROOM OR WATER CLOSET COMPARTMENT INTENDED FOR USE BY OCCUPANTS OF MORE THAN ONE SLEEPING ROOM CAN BE HAD ONLY BY GOING THROUGH ANOTHER SLEEPING ROOM OR A BATHROOM OR WATER CLOSET COMPARTMENT.

15-030

Ceiling height does not meet minimum requirement of Housing Standards. 152.15(A)(4)
ROOM SHOULD NOT BE USED AS A HABITABLE SPACE.

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15 (B) Basement Occupancy
15-100

Basement does not qualify as a habitable room or dwelling unit. 152.15(B)
REPAIR BASEMENT FOR PROPER USE OR CAUSE BASEMENT NOT TO BE OCCUPIED.

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15 (C) Prohibited Uses
15-200

Cellar space is occupied. 152.15(C)
CELLAR SPACE MAY NOT BE USED AS AN OCCUPIED UNIT.

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SECTION 152.16 RESPONSIBILITIES OF OCCUPANT: OWNER

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16 (A) Responsibilities of Occupants:
16-001

Occupant has subleased unit or part of unit that does not comply with the provisions of the City of Fort Wayne Safe Housing and Building Standards. 152.16(A)(1)
UNIT SHALL BE BROUGHT TO CODE IMMEDIATELY OR OCCUPANCY SHOULD BE TERMINATED.

16-010

Dwelling or dwelling unit is unsanitary because of . 152.16(A)(2)
OCCUPANT SHALL CAUSE UNSANITARY CONDITIONS TO BE CORRECTED IN THE AREA HE/SHE OCCUPIES OR CONTROLS.

16-120

Dwelling shows evidence of . 152.16(A)(3)
EXTERMINATE BY APPROVED METHOD OR EMPLOY PROFESSIONAL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR THAT PURPOSE. (OCCUPANT'S RESPONSIBILITY)

16-130

Dwelling is littered with heavy accumulation of refuse and debris which creates a potential vermin harborage and obstruction to sanitary maintenance. 152.16(A)(4)
RESTORE TO A CLEAN AND SANITARY CONDITION.

16-140

The pathway to doors necessary to safely exit the dwelling are blocked with debris, trash, storage, or other like conditions. 152.16(A)(5)
OCCUPANT OF DWELLING SHALL REMOVE ALL CONDITIONS THAT OBSTRUCT AND BLOCK EGRESS FROM DWELLING.

16-150

Excessive amounts of flammable liquid, gases, combustible materials are stored in the dwelling. 152.16(A)(4)
OCCUPANT SHALL IMMEDIATELY REMOVE ALL FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS FROM THE DWELLING AS DIRECTED BY FORT WAYNE FIRE DEPARTMENT.

16-160

Heat in dwelling is not adequate to prevent damage to water pipes and plumbing. 152.16(A)(8)(a)
OCCUPANT OF DWELLING IS RESPONSIBLE TO MAINTAIN HEAT IN DWELLING TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO WATER PIPES AND PLUMBING.

16-161

Heat is not adequate in other dwelling units. 152.16(A)(8)(a)
OCCUPANT WHO HAS CONTROL OF HEAT IS RESPONSIBLE TO SET THERMOSTAT SO THAT ALL OTHER OCCUPIED UNITS HAVE IN EACH HABITABLE ROOM AND BATHROOM A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 68°F. AT 0 DEGREES OUTSIDE.

16-170

Dwelling has multiple violations of Safe Housing & Building Standards. 152.16(B)(1)
THE STRUCTURE MUST NOT BE REOCCUPIED UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. AN INSPECTION AND APPROVAL BY THIS OFFICE IS REQUIRED BEFORE THE STRUCTURE MAY BE REOCCUPIED.

16-180 THE DEPARTMENT NEIGHBORHOOD CODE ENFORCEMENT MUST INSPECT THE INTERIOR OF REFERENCED DWELLING BEFORE REOCCUPANCY.
16-190

Dwelling is littered with heavy accumulation of refuse and debris which creates a potential vermin harborage and obstruction to sanitary maintenance. 152.16(B)(2)
RESTORE TO A CLEAN AND SANITARY CONDITION.

16-200

Public hallway of dwelling is littered with heavy accumulation of refuse and debris which creates an obstruction to sanitary maintenance and a fire hazard. 152.16 (B)
RESTORE HALLWAY TO A SAFE AND SANITARY CONDITION.

16-210

Evidence indicates there is not enough trash receptacles to meet the number of occupants. 152.15(B)(3)
PROVIDE ADEQUATE NUMBER OF METAL OR OTHER DURABLE MATERIAL CONTAINERS FOR TRASH DISPOSAL.

16-220

Heat is not adequate. 152.16(B)(4)
OWNER, OPERATOR OR AGENT IN CHARGE OF DWELLING OR DWELLING UNIT IS RESPONSIBLE TO OPERATE HEATING FACILITIES DURING THE PERIOD BETWEEN OCTOBER 1 TO MAY 1 AND TO MAINTAIN A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE IN EACH HABITABLE ROOM AND BATHROOM OF 68oF. AT AN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE OF 0 DEGREES.

16-230

Dwelling shows evidence of . 152.16(B) (5)
EXTERMINATE BY APPROVED METHOD OR EMPLOY PROFESSIONAL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR THAT PURPOSE. (OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)

16-240

Evidence does not indicate that owner of dwelling has supplied occupant in writing with information to contact responsible person. 152.16(B)(6)
IN ANY DWELLING IN WHICH THE OWNER DOES NOT RESIDE, THE NAME, ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF THE OWNER OR HIS AGENT OR OTHER RESPONSIBLE PERSON, IF ANY SHALL BE SUPPLIED IN WRITING TO THE OCCUPANTS OF THE DWELLING AND/OR POSTED IN A PUBLIC OR PROMINENT PLACE ON THE PREMISES AND THE INFORMATION SHALL BE LEGIBLE, ACCURATE, AND KEPT UP-TO-DATE. A POST OFFICE BOX NUMBER SHALL BE UNACCEPTABLE FOR THE ADDRESS REQUIRED BY THIS SECTION.

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SECTION 152.31 CERTAIN BUILDING CONDITIONS DEEMED UNSAFE

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31 (C) Fire Damaged House
31-001

Extensively fire damaged house is a public health and safety hazard. 152.31(C)
REPAIR AND DISPOSE OF DEBRIS AND UNSAFE MATERIAL.

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SECTION 152.61 UNSECURED OPENINGS TO BE BOARDED

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61-001

Vacant structure is open and accessible.
UNSECURED OPENINGS IN ANY BUILDING, DWELLING, DWELLING UNIT, OR STRUCTURE SHALL BE SECURED WITH ONE-HALF INCH (1/2") C.D.X. PLYWOOD CUT TO THE SIZE OF THE OPENING AND NAILED WITH EIGHT (8) d. ARDOX SIDING NAILS, OR EQUAL, TO THE FRAME OF THE OPENING. OTHER BOARDING SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT.


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