§ 8.01.070. Insects, rodents and other vermin.  


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  • (a)

    Every owner or tenant of a single-family dwelling shall be responsible for the extermination of any insects or rodents, other vermin therein or on the premises. Wherever two or more units are in the same building, the owner or operator of the building shall be responsible for such extermination. If the infestation is caused primarily by improper housekeeping, it shall be the joint responsibility of the owner and occupants to effect such extermination.

    (b)

    All buildings shall be maintained free of conditions that encourage or permit any necessary breeding of insects that are annoying or dangerous to residents of the city. Exterior windows and doors used for ventilation of all dwellings shall be screened in a manner adequate to exclude insects.

(Ord. No. 45-319 § 7; Ord. No. 47-894, § 8, 5-20-08)