§ 8.54.220. Registration procedure.

A.

Registration may be accomplished by either or both of the following methods:

1.

By completing and returning to the Building Official a City-provided registration form with required fee; and/or

2.

Registering online at a website established by the City for the purpose of registering properties under this Chapter.

B.

The registration shall contain the name, direct contact information including telephone number, direct street/mailing address (no P.O. boxes) of the responsible party/parties. If, pursuant to this Chapter, the hiring of a local property management company is required, the name, direct street/mailing address (no P.O. boxes) and telephone number of the local property management company responsible for inspecting, securing, and maintaining the property shall also be disclosed on the registration form.

C.

The registration shall also include a written report in an approved format of an interior and exterior inspection of the premises by an approved local individual or firm attesting to the conditions of the property, including exterior blight, interior habitability, utility service, and secured openings, and a written plan detailing the means, methods, and times for periodic inspections and the local individual or firm who shall be responsible for assuring compliance with provisions of this Chapter.

D.

The registration shall be renewed annually until the subject property is no longer subject to registration under this Chapter. Any changes to the information required on the registration shall be reported to the permit center in writing within ten days of the change. The City is not responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information provided.

E.

Responsible parties are affirmatively required to deregister properties once these properties are no longer subject to registration pursuant to this Chapter.

F.

The registration or deregistration may also require such information as may be deemed important by the Building Official to implement this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13126, § 2, 6-19-2012)