§ 34-289. Accumulations of lumber, boxes and other materials.  


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  • It is unlawful and declared a nuisance for any owner, occupant, tenant or lessee of any premises, improved or unimproved, on which evidence of rat infestation is found, or on any lots or alleys adjacent to such property, to permit accumulation of any lumber, boxes, barrels, bricks, stones or any other character of materials that may be used as a harborage for rats, rodents or other vermin, unless such materials shall be placed on open racks and elevated not less than 18 inches above the ground, with a clear intervening space underneath.

(Code 1969, § 17-103.1)

Cross reference

Construction standards, § 22-86 et seq.; minimum housing standards, § 22-306 et seq.; property maintenance standards, § 56-1 et seq.