§ 35-5-209. INTERIOR STRUCTURE.

(a)

In general. The interior of a structure and its equipment and facilities shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound, and in a sanitary condition so that the structure does not to pose a threat to the health, safety, or welfare of the occupants.

(b)

Structural members. The supporting structural members of a structure shall be maintained sound, free of deterioration, and capable of safely carrying the imposed loads.

(c)

Interior surfaces.

(1)

Floors, walls, windows, doors, ceilings, and other interior surfaces shall be maintained in good repair and in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.

(2)

Each toilet, bathroom, and kitchen floor surface shall be maintained:

(i)

So that they are substantially impervious to water; and

(ii)

To allow the floor to be easily kept in a clean and sanitary condition.

(d)

Sanitation.

(1)

The interior of a structure shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage.

(2)

Rubbish or garbage shall be properly kept inside temporary storage facilities.

(3)

Rubbish or garbage may not be allowed to accumulate or be stored in public halls or stairways.

(e)

Infestation.

(1)

A structure shall be kept free from infestation.

(2)

Where infestation is found, the area shall be promptly exterminated by applying processes that are not injurious to human health.

(f)

Exit doors. Each door available as an exit shall be capable of being opened easily from the inside.

(g)

Exit facilities.

(1)

All interior stairs and railings and other exit facilities of a structure shall be maintained in sound condition and good repair so that it is not dangerous.

(2)

Each interior stair used for exit shall be maintained in order that it is safe to use and capable of supporting the anticipated loads.

(h)

Lead paint abatement.

(1)

In this subsection, "surface" includes walls, ceilings, doors, trim molding, window frames, radiators, and stair banisters.

(2)

All surfaces that present a potential health hazard due to lead paint shall have the painted surfaces abated by procedures established by the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability.

(3)

Intact surfaces in good condition need not be abated unless they present a potential biting surface for children.

(4)

All surfaces that present a potential biting surface shall have the painted surfaces abated by procedures established by the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability.

(1988 Code, § 18-78) (Bill No. 25-01, § 2, 7-1-2004; Bill No. 122-10, § 15, 1-16-2011)