§ 39-145. Security requirements.

(a)

Properties subject to the provisions of this article shall be maintained in a secure manner so as to not be accessible to unauthorized persons.

(b)

A "secure manner" shall include, but not be limited to, the closure and locking of windows, doors, gates, and any other openings of such size that may allow a child to access the interior of the property and/or structure. Broken windows shall be secured by replacement, reglazing, or boarding of the windows so as to meet all applicable laws, codes, and regulations.

(c)

If the owner of the property is a corporation, partnership, and/or out-of-area mortgagee, a local property management company shall be contracted by the owner to perform bi-weekly inspections to verify compliance with the requirements of this article, and any other applicable laws.

(d)

Properties subject to the provisions of this article shall be posted with the name, address, and 24-hour contact phone number of the local property management company. The posted sign shall be no less than eighteen (18) inches by twenty-four (24) inches, and shall be of a font that is legible from a distance of forty-five (45) feet. The posting shall contain, along with the name, address, and 24-hour contact phone number, the language "THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY" and "TO REPORT PROBLEMS OR CONCERNS" with the applicable contact information. All written information thereupon shall be clear, legible, and updated as required.

The posted sign shall be placed on the interior of a window facing the street to the front of the property so it is visible from the street; secured to the exterior of the building/structure facing the street to the front of the property so it is visible from the street; or, if no such area exists, on a stake of sufficient size to support the posting in a location that is visual from the street to the front of the property. Exterior postings shall be constructed of and printed with weather-resistant materials.

(e)

The local property management company shall inspect the property on a bi-weekly basis to ensure that the property is in compliance with this article and shall keep a log of the inspection results. Upon request of the Division, the local property management company shall provide a copy of the inspection log to the Division.

(Ord. No. 2009-80, § 2, 12-8-09)