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Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.14 § 15.14.010

Purpose

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Operative Text

Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.14 § 15.14.010
The purpose of this chapter is to implement a proactive rental inspection program to improve the quality of city housing and ensure safe and healthy living conditions for city residents. It identifies all rental units in the city on a continuous and recurring basis in order to facilitate property code enforcement in a transient rental market.
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Plain English

Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.14 § 15.14.010 establishes the foundational purpose of the city's proactive rental inspection program. Rather than waiting for complaints, the program is designed to identify and inspect all rental units on an ongoing, recurring basis to uphold property code standards. The overarching goal is to ensure that rental housing throughout Lawrence meets safe and healthy living condition requirements.

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For Property Managers

Under Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.14 § 15.14.010, the city's rental inspection program operates proactively and on a recurring cycle, meaning rental property owners and managers can expect periodic inspections regardless of whether a complaint has been filed. Compliant operators generally maintain their units in continuous conformance with property codes so that scheduled inspections do not reveal violations. Staying current with Lawrence's property code standards is a common practice among operators subject to this chapter.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.14 § 15.14.010 signals that the city has committed to identifying and inspecting rental units on a continuous basis to protect residents' health and safety. Because the program is proactive, tenants do not necessarily need to file a complaint to trigger oversight of their unit's conditions. Tenants who believe their unit has unaddressed code issues may also explore options such as contacting the city's code enforcement office or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for general guidance on available remedies.

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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Related Rules

§ 5.707
§ 5.707 Uniform self-inspection requirement and report.
§ 4-23
Inspections and compliance
§ 8.60.030
Administrative citations— Issuance

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