§ 61-6-1. Scope.


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  • All structures, existing equipment, or premises which, during construction, are or hereafter become unsafe, unsanitary, unlawful or deficient because of inadequate means of egress facilities, inadequate light and ventilation, inadequate sanitary or heating facilities, inadequate safeguards to protect or warn occupants in the event of fire, or which constitute a fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life or the public welfare, or which involve illegal or improper occupancy or inadequate maintenance, shall be deemed unsafe structures or unsafe conditions.

    All unsafe structures and/or conditions shall be condemned and taken down and removed or made safe, as the Building Official, Fire Official or Building Maintenance Official deems necessary and as provided for in the VUSBC and/or the VSFPC. A vacant structure that is not secured against entry shall be deemed unsafe. (9-84-61; 45-86-61; 23-94-61; 13-95-61; 16-98-61; 5-02-61; 15-05-61.)