Colona CHAPTER 2 RENTAL HOUSING1 § 9-2-6
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
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The owner of a multiple-use dwelling, multiple-family dwelling, two-family dwelling, single-family dwelling, hotel or motel has the duty and responsibility to do or cause to be done the following: A. Maintenance Of Grounds: To cut, mow, trim and maintain all grass, weeds and other ground cover in such a way that it does not exceed eight inches (8") in height. B. Garbage: To provide and maintain receptacles for the collection and disposal of garbage, refuse and debris and similar material of sufficient size and in sufficient quantity to accommodate the refuse reasonably expected from the occupants of the premises and to provide for the collection and disposal of the contents thereof. C. Maintenance: To maintain in operable condition or otherwise in a manner required by law or ordinance all fixtures, equipment and appurtenances installed in or provided with the premises. D. Screens And Screen Doors: To install and maintain screens and screen doors in accordance with subsection 9-2-5-1D of this Chapter. E. Applications And Permits: To file all applications and obtain all required permits and to pay any and all fees required in connection with the operation of the respective establishments per Section 9-2-3 of this Chapter. F. Parking Areas And Driveways: To install and maintain all parking areas and driveways. G. Street Numbers: To affix and maintain on the front of the establishment, street numbers of not less than four inches (4") in height and of a color contrasting with that of the area to which it is affixed. H. Smoke Detectors: To install smoke detectors. 1. Definition: The term "smoke detectors" is defined as an approved device that senses visible or invisible particles of combustion. 2. Sleeping Rooms: Smoke detectors are required within each sleeping room of a dwelling unit. The detectors placed in sleeping rooms are in addition to those required in other locations. Placing smoke detectors within each room will provide the early warning that occupants of the room need when a fire begins within the sleeping room. Section 1210(a) of the Uniform Building Code states, "in dwelling units, a detector shall be installed in each sleeping room and at a point centrally located in the corridor (hallway) or area giving access to each separate sleeping area (room)". 3. Multiple Stories: When the dwelling unit has more than one story and in dwellings with basements, a detector shall be installed on each story and in the basement. 4. Split Levels: In dwelling units where a story or basement is split into two (2) or more levels, the smoke detector shall be installed on the upper level except that when the lower level contains a sleeping area, a detector shall be placed at the ceiling of the upper level in close proximity to the stairway. 5. Sound Of Alarm: Detectors shall sound an alarm audible in all sleeping areas of the dwelling unit in which they are located. 6. Addition, Alteration, Repair: When the valuation of an addition, alteration or repair exceeds one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or when one or more sleeping rooms are added or created in existing dwellings, the entire building shall be provided with smoke detectors located as required for new dwellings. (See UBC sec. 1210A) I. Maintenance: To maintain all installed smoke detector devices in operable condition. J. Compliance Required: To operate and maintain the establishment in complete compliance with all codes of the City. (1997 Code)
Colona CHAPTER 2 RENTAL HOUSING § 9-2-6 establishes a broad set of maintenance and safety duties that fall on the owner of any covered residential or lodging property in Colona. These duties include keeping grounds trimmed to no more than eight inches, providing adequate garbage receptacles, maintaining all fixtures and equipment in operable condition, posting visible street numbers, and installing smoke detectors in each sleeping room, on each story, and in basements. When renovation work exceeds $1,000 or new sleeping rooms are added, the entire building must be brought into compliance with current smoke detector placement standards. The provision also requires owners to hold all required permits and operate in full compliance with applicable city codes.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to § 9-2-6 of Colona's Rental Housing chapter generally keep grounds mowed below eight inches, supply sufficient garbage receptacles, and ensure all fixtures and equipment remain in working order. Compliant operators install smoke detectors in every sleeping room, in hallways giving access to sleeping areas, on each floor, and in basements — and revisit detector placement across the entire building whenever a renovation valued over $1,000 is undertaken or new sleeping rooms are created. Maintaining current permits under Section 9-2-3 and posting four-inch contrasting street numbers on the front of the property are also part of routine compliance under this section.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 9-2-6 of Colona's Rental Housing ordinance, tenants have an interest in knowing that their landlord is legally obligated to maintain grounds, garbage facilities, fixtures, and properly placed smoke detectors — including one in each sleeping room and on every floor. If these conditions are not being met, tenants may have the option of reporting concerns to the appropriate Colona city code enforcement office, which oversees compliance with the city's housing codes. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what documentation to gather and what local complaint processes may be available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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