ORDINANCE NO.  8170

 

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAWRENCE, KANSAS REPEALING ARTICLE 10 OF CHAPTER V OF THE CITY CODE AND ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, 2006 EDITION, AND EXCEPTING, AMENDING AND MODIFYING CERTAIN OF ITS PROVISIONS.

 

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF LAWRENCE, KANSAS:

 

Section 1.  Article 10 of Chapter V of the Code of the City of Lawrence, Kansas, 2006 Edition and amendments thereto, is hereby repealed.

 

Section 2.  Article 10 of Chapter V of the Code of the City of Lawrence, Kansas, 2006 Edition and amendments thereto, is enacted to read as follows, the intent being to replace the current provisions:

 

ARTICLE 10. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE

 

5-1001        INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE INCORPORATED.

The International Property Maintenance Code, 2006 Edition, published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference as if it were fully set out in this article, except for those portions that are hereinafter deleted, modified or amended.

 

5-1001.1      SAME.

Not less than one (1) copy of the 2006 International Property Maintenance Code, marked or stamped in the manner provided by K.S.A. 12-3010, with all sections or portions thereof intended to be omitted clearly marked and showing portions that are amended and to which shall be attached a copy of amendments, shall be filed with the City Clerk and shall be open to inspection and available to the public at reasonable business hours.  Official copies of such Code shall be supplied at the cost of the City to the officials and agencies in the manner listed and set forth in K.S.A.12-3010.  Subsequent references to the "International Property Maintenance Code" or "Standard Code" shall mean the "International Property Maintenance Code, 2006 Edition”, as adopted herein.

 

5-1001.2      SEVERABILITY. 

If any section, clause, sentence, or phrase of this ordinance is found to be unconstitutional or is otherwise held invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, it shall not affect the validity of any remaining parts of this ordinance.

 

5-1001.3      AMENDMENTS TO INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE.

 

The International Property Maintenance Code, 2006 Edition is amended or changed as follows.  The amendment of any section shall not serve to amend or repeal any other discretely numbered provision of the code, whether or not such provision is considered a section or subsection, unless that section or subsection is specifically referenced in the ordinance.

 

5-1002        Section 108 of the International Property Maintenance Code and the indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

106.4  Violation Penalties. Prosecution of violation.  Any person who shall violate a provision of this code, or fail to comply therewith, or with any of the requirements thereof, shall be prosecuted within the limits provided by state or local laws.  Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.  Any person convicted of a violation of any provision of this article shall be fined in an amount not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500), or be imprisoned for not less than five (5) days nor more than three (3) months; or be both so fined and imprisoned

 

108.1  General.  When a structure or equipment is found by the code official to be unsafe, or when a structure is found unfit for human occupancy, or is found unlawful, such structure shall be condemned pursuant to the provisions of this code.

 

108.1.1  Unsafe structures.  An unsafe structure is one that is found to be dangerous to the life, health, property or safety of the public or the occupants of the structure by not providing minimum safeguards to protect or warn occupants in the event of fire, or because such structure contains unsafe equipment or is so damaged, decayed, dilapidated, structurally unsafe or of such faulty construction or unstable foundation, that partial or complete collapse is reasonably possible.

 

108.1.2  Unsafe equipment.  Unsafe equipment includes any boiler, heating equipment, elevator, moving stairway, electrical wiring or device, flammable liquid containers or other equipment on the premises or within the structure which is in such disrepair or condition that such equipment is a hazard to life, health, property or safety of the public or occupants of the premises or structure.

 

108.1.3  Structure unfit for human occupancy.  A structure is unfit for human occupancy whenever the code official finds that such structure is unsafe, unlawful or, because of the degree to which the structure is in disrepair or lacks maintenance, is insanitary, vermin or rat infested, contains filth and contamination, or lacks ventilation, illumination, sanitary or heating facilities or other essential equipment required by this code, or because the location of the structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants of the structure or to the public.

 

108.1.4  Unlawful structure.  An unlawful structure is one found in whole or in part to be occupied by more persons than permitted under this code, or was erected, altered or occupied contrary to law.

 

108.2  Closing of vacant structures.  If the structure is vacant and unfit for human habitation and occupancy, and is not in danger of structural collapse, the code official is authorized to post a placard of condemnation on the premises and order the structure closed up so as not to be an attractive nuisance.  Upon failure of the owner to close up the premises within the time specified in the order, the code official shall cause the premises to be closed and secured through any available public agency or by contract or arrangement by private persons and the cost thereof shall be charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such real estate and may be collected by any other legal resource.

 

108.3  Notice.  Whenever the code official has condemned a structure or equipment under the provisions of this section, notice shall be posted in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice and served on the owner or the person or persons responsible for the structure or equipment in accordance with Section 107.3.  If the notice pertains to equipment, it shall also be placed on the condemned equipment.  The notice shall be in the form prescribed in Section 107.2.

 

108.4  Placarding.  Upon failure of the owner or person responsible to comply with the notice provisions within the time given, the code official shall post on the premises or on defective equipment a placard bearing the word “Condemned” and a statement of the penalties provided for occupying the premises, operating the equipment or removing the placard.

 

108.4.1  Placard removal.  The code official shall remove the condemnation placard whenever the defect or defects upon which the condemnation and placarding action were based have been eliminated.  Any person who defaces or removes a condemnation placard without the approval of the code official shall be subject to the penalties provided by this code.

 

108.5  Prohibited occupancy.  Any occupied structure condemned and placarded by the code official shall be vacated as ordered by the code official.  Any person who shall occupy a placarded premise or shall operate placarded equipment, and any owner or any person responsible for the premises who shall let anyone occupy a placarded premise or operate placarded equipment shall be liable for the penalties provided by this code.

                 

108.6  Declaration.  Any building declared a substandard building under this Code shall be made to comply with one of the following:

 

(A)    The building shall be repaired in accordance with the current Building Code or other current Code applicable to the type of substandard conditions requiring repair; or

 

(B)    The building shall be demolished at the option of the building owner; or

 

(C)    If the building does not constitute an immediate danger to the life, limb, property or safety of the public, it may be vacated, secured and maintained in accordance with Sec. 9-606.2 Exterior Conditions (Structure) of the Code for the City of Lawrence.

 

                  If the building or structure is in such condition as to make it immediately dangerous to the life, limb, property or safety of the public or of the occupants, it shall be ordered to be vacated.

 

5-1002.1      Section 111 of the International Property Maintenance Code is hereby amended to read as follows:  

      

       111.0    Appeal Committee.  The Neighborhood Resources Advisory Committee shall serve as the appeal body for any appeals sought pursuant to the International Property Maintenance Code,  The term “board of appeals” shall mean the Neighborhood Resources Advisory Committee.

 

111.1  Application for appeal.  Any person directly affected by a decision of the code official or a notice or order issued under this code shall have the right to appeal to the board of appeals, provided that a written application for appeal is filed within 20 days after the day the decision, notice or order was served.  An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted there under have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply, or the requirements of this code are adequately satisfied by other means.

 

111.2  Enforcement of the order of the Building Official or the Neighborhood Resources Advisory Committee; compliance.  After any order of the Building Official or the Neighborhood Resources Advisory Committee made pursuant to this Code becomes final, no person to whom any such order is directed shall fail, neglect, or refuse to obey any such order.  Any such person who fails to comply with any such order is guilty of a public offense.  Every day during on or which a violation occurs or continues shall constitute a separate offense.  111.2 Membership of board.  The board of appeals shall consist of a minimum of three members who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to property maintenance and who are not employees of the jurisdiction. The code official shall be an ex-officio member but shall have no vote on any matter before the board. The board shall be appointed by the chief appointing authority, and shall serve staggered and overlapping terms.

 

 

111.2.1 Alternate members. The chief appointing authority shall appoint two or more alternate members who shall be called by the board chairman to hear appeals during the absence or disqualification of a member. Alternate members shall possess the qualifications required for board membership.

 

111.2.1  Chairman.  The board shall annually select one of its members to serve as chairman and vice chairman.

 

 

111.2.2  Recovery of cost of repair or demolition; repayment of repair and demolition fund.  All money recovered by payment of the charge or assessment or from the sale of the property at foreclosure sale shall be paid to the treasurer of this jurisdiction.

 

111.2.3  Disqualification of member.  A member shall not hear an appeal in which that member has a personal, professional or financial interest.

 

111.2.4 Secretary. The chief administrative officer shall designate a qualified person to serve as secretary to the board. The secretary shall file a detailed record of all proceedings in the office of the chief administrative officer.

 

 

 

111.2.5 Compensation of members. Compensation of members shall be determined by law.

 

 

111.3  Notice of meeting.  The board shall meet upon notice from the chairman, within 20 30 days of the filing of an appeal, or at stated periodic meetings.

 

111.4  Open hearing.  All hearings before the board shall be open to the public.  The appellant, the appellant’s representative, the code official and any person whose interests are affected shall be given an opportunity to be heard.  A quorum shall consist of not less than two-thirds of the board membership a majority of committee members.

 

111.4.1  Procedure.  The board shall adopt and make available to the public through the secretary procedures under which a hearing will be conducted.  The procedures shall not require compliance with strict rules of evidence, but shall mandate that only relevant information be received.

 

111.5  Postponed hearing.  When the full board required majority of the board is not present to hear an appeal, either the appellant or the appellant’s representative shall have the right to request a postponement of the hearing.

 

111.6  Board decision.  The board shall modify or reverse the decision of the code official only by a concurring vote of a majority of the total number of appointed board members of a required quorum.

 

111.6.1  Records and copies.  The decision of the board shall be recorded.  Copies shall be furnished to the appellant and to the code official.

 

111.6.2  Administration.  The code official shall take immediate action in accordance with the decision of the board.

 

111.7  Court review.  Any person, whether or not a previous party of the appeal, shall have the right to apply to the appropriate court for a writ of certiorari to correct errors of law.  Application for review shall be made in the manner and time required by law following the filing of the decision in the office of the chief administrative officer.

 

 

5-1003                 Section 402 of the International Property Maintenance Code is hereby amended by adding the following definitions:

 

Building Official shall mean the Code Enforcement Manager or his/her authorized representatives charged with the enforcement of this Code.

 

Electrical Code is the National Electrical Code as adopted by this jurisdiction.

 

                  Substandard Building is any building, or portion thereof which is determined to be an unsafe building in accordance with this Article or Chapter V of the City of Lawrence Code.

 

5-1004                 Section 302.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code is hereby deleted.

 

5-1004.1      Section 302.8 of the International Property Maintenance Code is hereby deleted.

 

5-1005                 Section 303 of the International Property Maintenance Code and the indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

303.1  Swimming pools.  Swimming pools shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, and in good repair.

 

303.2  Enclosures.  Private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, containing water more than 24 inches (610 mm) in depth shall be completely surrounded by a fence or barrier at least 48 inches (1219mm) 72 inches (1828.8mm) in height above the finished ground level measured on the side of the barrier away from the pool.  Gates and doors in such barriers shall be self-closing and self-latching.  Where the self-latching device is less than 54 inches (1372 mm) above the bottom of the gate, the release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the gate.  Self-closing and self-latching gates shall be maintained such that the gate will positively close and latch when released from an open position of 6 inches (152 mm) from the gatepost.  No existing pool enclosure shall be removed, replaced or changed in a manner that reduces the effectiveness as a safety barrier.

 

5-1006                 Section 304 of the International Property Maintenance Code and the indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

304.1  General.  The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare.

 

304.2  Protective treatment.  All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to, doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks and fences shall be maintained in good condition.  Exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment.  Peeling, flaking and chipped paint shall be eliminated and surfaces repainted.  All siding and masonry joints as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors, and skylights shall be maintained weather resistant and water tight.  All metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion shall be coated to inhibit such rust and corrosion and all surfaces with rust or corrosion shall be stabilized and coated to inhibit future rust and corrosion.  Oxidation stains shall be removed from exterior surfaces.  Surfaces designed for stabilization by oxidation are exempt from this requirement.

 

304.3  Premises identification.  Buildings shall have approved address numbers placed in a position to be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property.  These numbers shall contrast with their background.  Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters.  Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch (12.7 mm).

 

304.4  Structural members.  All structural members shall be maintained free from deterioration, and shall be capable of safely supporting the imposed dead and live loads.

 

304.5  Foundation walls.  All foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks and shall be kept in such condition so as to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests.

 

304.6  Exterior walls.  All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent deterioration.

 

304.7  Roofs and drainage.  The roof and flashing shall be sound, tight and not have defects that admit rain.  Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure.  Roof drains, gutters and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions.  Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance.

 

304.8  Decorative features.  All cornices, belt courses, corbels, terra cotta trim, wall facings and similar decorative features shall be maintained in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition.

 

304.9  Overhand extensions.  All overhang extensions including, but not limited to canopies, marquees, signs, metal awnings, fire escapes, standpipes and exhaust ducts shall be maintained in good repair and be properly anchored so as to be kept in a sound condition.  When required, all exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather-coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.

 

304.10  Stairways, decks, porches and balconies.  Every exterior stairway, deck, porch and balcony, and all appurtenances attached thereto, shall be maintained structurally sound, in good repair, with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed loads.

 

304.11  Chimneys and towers.  All chimneys, cooling towers, smoke stacks, and similar appurtenances shall be maintained structurally safe and sound, and in good repair.  All exposed surfaces of metal or wood shall be protected from the elements and against decay or rust by periodic application of weather-coating materials, such as paint or similar surface treatment.

 

304.12  Handrails and guards.  Every handrail and guard shall be firmly fastened and capable of supporting normally imposed loads and shall be maintained in good condition.

 

304.13  Window, skylight and door frames.  Every window, skylight, door and frame shall be kept in sound condition, good repair and weather tight.

 

304.13.1  Glazing.  All glazing materials shall be maintained free from cracks and holes.

 

304.13.2  Openable windows.  Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be easily openable.  and capable of being held in position by window hardware.

 

304.14  Insect screens.  During the period from [date] to [date], Every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas or any areas where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly fitting screens of not less than 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25 mm), and every screen door used for insect control shall have a self-closing device in good working condition.

 

Exception:  Screens shall not be required where other approved means, such as air curtains or insect repellent fans, are employed.

 

304.15  Doors.  All exterior doors, door assemblies and hardware shall be maintained in good condition.  Locks at all entrances to swelling units and sleeping units shall tightly secure the door.  Locks on means of egress doors shall be in accordance with Section 702.3.

 

304.16  Basement hatchways.  Every basement hatchway shall be maintained to prevent the entrance of rodents, rain and surface drainage water.

 

304.17  Guards for basement windows.  Every basement window that is openable shall be supplied with rodent shields, storm windows or other approved protection against the entry of rodents.

 

304.18  Building security.  Doors, windows or hatchways for dwelling units, room units or housekeeping units shall be provided with devices designed to provide security for the occupants and property within.

 

304.18.1  Doors.  Doors providing access to a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit that is rented, leased or let shall be equipped with deadbolt lock designed to be readily openable from the side from which egress is to be made without the need for keys, special knowledge or effort and shall have a lock throw of not less than 1 inch (25 mm).  Such deadbolt locks shall be installed according to the manufacturer’s specifications and maintained in good working order.  For the purpose of this section, a sliding bolt shall not be considered an acceptable deadbolt lock.

 

304.18.2  Windows.  Operable windows located in whole or in part within 6 feet (1828 mm) above ground level or a walking surface below that provide access to a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit that is rented, leased or let shall be equipped with a window sash locking device.

 

304.18.3  Basement hatchways.  Basement hatchways that provide access to a dwelling unit, rooming unit or housekeeping unit that is rented, leased or let shall be equipped with devices that secure the units from unauthorized entry.

 

5-1007                 Section 307 of the International Property Maintenance Code and its indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

307.1  Accumulation of rubbish or garbage.  All exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage.

 

307.2  Disposal of rubbish.  Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of all rubbish in a clean and sanitary manner.  by placing such rubbish in approved containers.

 

307.2.1  Rubbish storage facilities.  The owner of every occupied premises shall supply approved covered containers for rubbish, and the owner of the premises shall be responsible for the removal of rubbish.

 

307.2.2 Refrigerators.  Refrigerators and similar equipment not in operation shall not be discarded, abandoned or stored on premises without first removing the doors.

 

307.3  Disposal of garbage.  Every occupant of a structure shall dispose of garbage in a clean and sanitary manner.  by placing such garbage in an approved garbage disposal facility or approved garbage containers.

 

307.3.1  Garbage facilities.  The owner of every dwelling shall supply one of the following:  an approved mechanical food waste grinder in each dwelling unit; an approved incinerator unit in the structure available to the occupants in each dwelling unit; or an approved leakproof, covered, outside garbage container.

 

307.3.2  Containers.  The operator of every establishment producing garbage shall provide, and at all times cause to be utilized, approved leakproof containers provided with close-fitting covers for the storage of such materials until removed from the premises for disposal.

 

5-1008        Section 402 of the International Property Maintenance Code and its indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

402.1  Habitable spaces.  Every habitable space shall have at least one window of approved size facing directly to the outdoors or to a court.  The minimum total glazed area for every habitable space shall be 8 percent of the floor area of such room.  Wherever walls or other portions of a structure face a window of any room and such obstructions are located less than 3 feet (914 mm) from the window and extend to a level above that of the ceiling of the room, such window shall not be deemed to face directly to the outdoors nor to a court and shall not be included as contributing to the required minimum total window area for the room.

 

Exceptions:

 

(A)    Where natural light for rooms or spaces without exterior glazing areas is provided through an adjoining room, the unobstructed opening to the adjoining room shall be at least 8 percent of the floor area of the interior room or space, but not less than 25 square feet (2.33 m2).  The exterior glazing area shall be based on the total floor area being served.

 

(B)    In lieu of required exterior glazed openings for natural light, approved artificial lighting may be used.

 

402.2  Common halls and stairways.  Every common hall and stairway in residential occupancies, other than in one- and two-family dwellings, shall be lighted at all times with at least a 60-watt standard incandescent light bulb for each 200 square feet (19 m2) of floor area or equivalent illumination, provided that the spacing between lights shall not be greater than 30 feet (9144 mm).  In other than residential occupancies, means of egress, including exterior means of egress, stairways shall be illuminated at all times the building space served by the means of egress is occupied with a minimum of 1 footcandle (11 lux) at floors, landings and treads.

 

402.3  Other spaces.  All other spaces shall be provided with natural or artificial light sufficient to permit the maintenance of sanitary conditions, and the safe occupancy of the space and utilization of the appliances, equipment and fixtures.

 

5-1009        Section 602 of the International Property Maintenance Code and its indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

602.1  Facilities required.  Heating facilities shall be provided in structures as required by this section.

 

602.2  Residential occupancies.  Dwellings shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room terperature of 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.  based on the winter outdoor design temperature for the locality indicated in Appendix D of the International Plumbing Code.  Cooking appliances shall not be used to provide space heating to meet the requirements of this section.

 

Exception:  In areas where the average monthly temperature is above 30°F (-1°C), a minimum temperature of 65°F (18°C) shall be maintained.

 

602.3  Heat supply.  Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat to the occupants thereof shall supply heat during a period from [DATE] to [DATE] to maintain a temperature of not less than 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms, and toilet rooms.

 

Exceptions:

1.       When the outdoor temperature is below the winter outdoor design temperature for the locality, maintenance of the minimum room temperature shall not be required provided that the heating system is operating at its full capacity.  The winter outdoor design temperature for the locality shall be as indicated in Appendix D of the International Plumbing Code.

2.      In areas where the average monthly temperature is above 30° F (-1°C) a minimum temperature of 65°F (18°C) shall be maintained.

 

602.4  Occupiable work spaces.  Indoor occupiable work spaces shall be supplied with heat during the period from [DATE] to [DATE] to maintain a temperature of not less than 65°F (18°C) during the period the spaces are occupied.

 

Exceptions:

(A)    Processing, storage and operation areas that require cooling or special temperature conditions.

 

(B)    Areas in which persons are primarily engaged in vigorous physical activities.

 

602.5  Room temperature measurement.  The required room temperatures shall be measured 3 feet (914mm) above the floor near the center of the room and 2 feet (610 mm) inward from the center of each exterior wall.

 

5-1010        Section 605 of the International Property Maintenance Code and indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

605.1  Installation.  All electrical equipment, wiring and appliances shall be properly installed and maintained in a safe and approved manner.

 

605.2  Receptacles.  Every habitable space in a dwelling shall contain at least two separate and remote receptacle outlets.  Every laundry area shall contain at least one grounded-type receptacle or a receptacle with a ground fault circuit interrupter.  Every bathroom shall contain at least one receptacle. Any new bathroom receptacle outlet shall have ground fault circuit interrupter protection. All kitchen countertop receptacles and bathroom receptacles shall be ground fault protected.

 

605.3  Luminaires.  Every public hall, interior stairway, toilet room, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, boiler room and furnace room shall contain at least one electric luminaire.

 

5-1011        Section 702 of the International Property Maintenance Code and indicated subsections are hereby amended to read as follows:

 

702.1  General.  A safe, continuous and unobstructed path of travel shall be provided from any point in a building or structure to the public way.  Means of egress shall comply with the International Fire Code.

 

702.2  Aisles.  The required width of aisles in accordance with the International Fire Code shall be unobstructed.

 

702.3  Locked doors.  All means of egress doors shall be readily openable from the side from which egress is to be made without the need for keys, special knowledge or effort, except where the door hardware conforms to that permitted by the International Building Code.

 

702.4  Emergency escape openings.  Required emergency escape openings shall be maintained in accordance with the code in effect at the time of construction, and the following.  Required emergency escape and rescue openings shall be operational from the inside of the room without the use of keys or tools.  Bars, grilles, grates or similar devices are permitted to be placed over emergency escape and rescue openings provided the minimum net clear opening size complies with the code that was in effect at the time of construction and such devices shall be releasable or removable from the inside without the use of a key, tool or force greater than that which is required for normal operation of the escape and rescue opening.  Basements used as sleeping rooms shall comply with the International Residential Code as adopted by the City of Lawrence.

 

5-1012        SUPPLEMENTAL TO EXISTING CODES.

The provisions of this Code shall not be construed to impair or limit the force and effect of any other applicable ordinance, code or statute excepting those hereby expressly repealed.  This Code shall be construed to be consistent with other applicable law to the maximum extent possible.  In the event of clear conflict between the provisions of this Code and other applicable law, the more restrictive shall apply.

 

Section 3.  This ordinance shall be in full force and take effect on January 1, 2008, and after its publication as provided by law.

 

Passed by the Governing Body this ____ day of _____________, 2007.

 

           

                                                                                                                                               

                       

 

 

 

                                                Sue Hack, Mayor

 

 

ATTEST:

 

 

 

                                                                       

Frank S. Reeb, City Clerk

 

 

Approved as to form and legality:

 

 

 

                                                                       

Toni Ramirez Wheeler, Director of Legal Services