

If there has been a change in a local business that is affecting your neighborhood or home, the business may not be in compliance.

These regulate many aspects of the business, such as the number of parking spaces, type of lighting, type of signage, plumbing requirements, etc.
THE WHITE DOOR EMERGENCY CODE CODE
If you have questions, please contact Code Connect at 51 (CODE).īusinesses and industries must have all required City approvals such as permits, site plans, inspections and certificates of occupancy. Keep in mind that this is not a comprehensive list of potential code issues, rather these are some common issues that code inspectors check for during an inspection. Trash – Is there trash and rubbish around the property, overflowing dumpsters? Check if there is old furniture, tires, or junk outside of the dumpster. Roof – is the roof covering, soffit, and fascia all intact and in good repair? Make sure there are no leaks in the rain gutters or downspouts.įences, walls, sidewalks, parking surfaces & carports – Are they in good repair and undamaged? Check for potholes, trip hazards, and uneven walking surfaces. Plumbing – is there a backflow preventer installed on the hose bib? Is there leaking? Check the clean-out covers and piping. Walls – are they in good condition? Make sure there is no damage and they have the proper trim, protective treatment, and remain weather tight to protect the inside.Įlectrical fixtures – are they in good repair? Make sure any wiring is covered up. Handrails & guardrails – are they in good repair and secure? Check that the rails are not cracked, loose, missing, incorrectly spaced, or lacking protective treatment. Stairway – are the treads in good repair and secure? Check for trip hazards and an appropriate stair riser (or step height) on the stairs.īalcony, deck, porch, patio, & landing – are the walking surfaces in good repair, smooth, and undamaged? Make sure support systems are anchored and functional. Infestation – Look for signs of rodents, bed bugs, roaches, fleas, bees, or other pests. Water heater – Is there sufficient water pressure? Make sure that water can get up to 110 degrees Fahrenheit (after three minutes of running) and keep the area clear. HVAC system – can it heat the room to at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit? Make sure the exhaust pipe is properly connected and the area is kept clear.įire protection – Are the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms working? Make sure there is a working alarm in your bedroom and at least one alarm in the common area. Sink, toilet, tub, & shower – are the faucets and fixtures working correctly? Is there sufficient water pressure? Check that the water gets hot enough – it should be able to reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit after three minutes of running.Īppliances & cabinets – are they damaged, inoperable, or missing parts?

Make sure there is no exposed or damaged wiring. Walls, floors, & ceilings – are they in good condition? Make sure there are no cracks, holes, gaps, trip hazards, or damage to these surfaces.Įlectrical – Check your light switches and outlets to see if they are working and in good repair. If used as an emergency exit, make sure it can open and is unobstructed.
THE WHITE DOOR EMERGENCY CODE WINDOWS
Windows – are all window panes in place and unbroken? Are the window locks working? Windows should be weather tight with no breezes or moisture coming through. Doors – are all doors working properly and in good repair? Make sure there’s no damage to the door jambs, hardware, weather stripping, or protective treatment.
