A. All references to “International” codes shall be replaced with “California” codes.

B. Amend Chapter 1, Part 1, Section 101.1 to read as follows:

101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Property Maintenance Code of the city of San Luis Obispo, hereinafter referred to as “this code.”

C. Amend Chapter 1, Part 1, Section 102.3 to read as follows:

102.3 Application to other Codes. Nothing in this Code shall be construed to cancel, modify, or set aside any provision of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24 as amended and adopted by the City of San Luis Obispo.

D. Amend Chapter 1, Part 2, Section 103.1 to read as follows:

103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Building and Safety Division is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the building official. The function of the agency shall be the implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of this code.

E. Add Chapter 1, Part 2, Section 111.2.2 to read as follows:

111.2.2 Closed structures method and term. Structures ordered to be closed, shall be closed in accordance with Appendix A of this code.

F. Amend Chapter 1, Part 2, Section 111.4 and delete Sections 111.4.1 and 111.4.2 to read as follows:

111.4 Notice. Whenever the code official determines that there has been a violation of this code or has grounds to believe that a violation has occurred, notice shall be given in the manner prescribed in San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Sections 1.24.050 (F) & (G) to the owner or the owner’s authorized agent, for the violation as specified in this code. Notices for condemnation procedures shall comply with this section.

G. Amend Chapter 1, Part 2, Section 111.7 to read as follows:

111.7 Posting and placarding. Whenever a property, structure or piece of regulated equipment is found to be unsafe, unfit for occupancy, and/or dangerous, the Code Official shall post a placard stating such, and the penalties for removal of the placard without prior City approval. The placard shall be placed at a conspicuous location on the property, each entrance to the structure, or on the equipment.

H. Amend Chapter 2, Section 201.3 to read as follows:

201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Where terms are not defined in this code and are defined in the California Building Standards Code and referenced standards, such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them as stated in those codes.

I. Amend Chapter 2, Section 202 definition of “Code Official” to read as follows:

CODE OFFICIAL. The Building Official and/or designee charged with the administration and enforcement of this code, or any duly authorized representative.

J. Amend Chapter 3, Section 302.1 to read as follows:

302.1 Sanitation. The property owner or authorized agent shall maintain the property exterior and premises in a clean, safe and sanitary condition. Such owner or authorized agent shall remain liable for violations thereof regardless of any contract or agreement with any third party regarding such property. The occupant may also be held jointly and severally liable for causing or contributing violations of this section.

K. Amend Chapter 3, Section 302.3 to read as follows:

302.3 Sidewalks and driveways. Sidewalks, walkways, stairs, driveways, parking spaces and similar areas shall be kept in proper state of repair and maintained free from hazardous conditions.

The owner or owner’s authorized agent of any building, lot or premises within the city shall maintain the sidewalks and/or walkways located upon such premises that are accessible to the general public and the public sidewalks between such premises and any adjacent public street or alley in a clean, safe sanitary, and in a proper state of repair, free from hazardous conditions. Maintenance shall include the removal and proper disposal of any unsightly or unsanitary conditions such as accumulations of garbage, refuse, rubbish, litter, dirt, gum or other sticky substances or items, which have been dropped or spilled upon the sidewalks.

L. Amend Chapter 3, Section 302.4 to read as follows:

302.4 Weeds. All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 12 inches. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens

M. Amend Chapter 3, Section 303.2 to read as follows:

303.2 Enclosures. Pool enclosures shall be in accordance with the States Swimming Pool Safety Act found in the State Health and Safety Code Sections 115920—115929.

N. Amend Chapter 3, Section 304.14 to read as follows:

304.14 Insect screens. 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 minimum 16 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25mm), 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, are provided.

O. Amend Chapter 3, Section 307.1 to read as follows:

307.1 General. Handrails and Guardrails shall be maintained in their most recently approved (by permit) state.

P. Amend Chapter 3, Section 309.1 and delete Sections 309.2 through 309.5 to read as follows:

309.1 Infestation. The property owner or authorized agent shall maintain all structures and premises on the property free from insect, rodent and vermin infestation. Upon visual confirmation of an insect, rodent or vermin infestation, the Code Official may require the owner or agent having charge or control of the building, lot or premise to hire a licensed pest control operator or other qualified professional to inspect the building, lot or premise and provide a written report verifying the presence and severity of such infestation including in the report, a recommendation for proper extermination of the infestation. Infestation may also be verified without a visual inspection upon receiving a recent written report from a qualified pest control operator verifying the presence of an infestation. All structures in which insect, rodent or vermin infestations are found shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes that will not be injurious to human health. After the extermination of the infestation is complete, the Code Official may request a written notice from the licensed exterminator or other qualified professional attesting to the completion and success of the recommended extermination procedures. After the infestation is eliminated, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent re-infestation. Tenants that contribute to pest related health or sanitation nuisances may also be subject to the penalties found in Section 109.4 of this code.

Q. Amend Chapter 6, Section 602.2 to read as follows:

602.2 Residential occupancies. Dwellings shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms as measured per IPMC Section 602.5. Cooking appliances shall not be used, nor shall portable unvented fuel-burning space heaters be used, as a means to provide required heating.

R. Amend Chapter 6, Section 602.3 to read as follows:

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 to maintain a minimum temperature of 68°F (20°C) in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.

S. Amend Chapter 6, Section 602.4 to read as follows:

602.4 Occupiable workspaces. Indoor occupiable workspaces shall be supplied with heat to maintain a minimum temperature of 65°F (18°C) during the period the spaces are occupied.

Exceptions:

1. Processing, storage and operation areas that require cooling or special temperature conditions.

2. Areas in which persons are primarily engaged in vigorous physical activity.