7.954 Maintenance and Security Requirements.
(1) A lender shall maintain properties subject to this ordinance. Maintenance includes all of the following:
(a) Ensuring that the condition of the subject property does not constitute a public nuisance or a chronic public nuisance as described by the Code;
(b) Keeping the premises free of weeds, dead vegetation, graffiti, trash, accumulated newspapers, circulars, flyers, discarded personal items, and any other item or condition that would cause a person to form a reasonable belief that the property is vacant;
(c) Regular watering, irrigation, cutting, pruning and mowing of the subject property and the removal of all trimmings, as applicable to the property;
(d) If there is an outdoor pool or spa on the premises, such facility shall be kept in working order, so that water remains clear and free of pollutants and debris; or drained and kept covered. In either case, subject properties with pools or spas shall comply with the City’s minimum security fencing requirements.
(2) The property shall remain secure and locked. Windows and doors may be boarded up if damaged or if otherwise permitted by the Code. Damaged windows and doors shall either be repaired or replaced within ten (10) business days.
(3) Compliance with this section does not relieve a person subject to this ordinance of any obligations set forth by state law, or any covenants, conditions and restrictions which may apply to the subject property.