§ 16.24.430. Plumbing systems and fixtures—General.

A.

General. All plumbing fixtures shall be properly installed and maintained in working order, shall be kept free from obstructions, leaks and defects, and shall be capable of performing the function for which such plumbing fixtures are designed. All plumbing fixtures shall be maintained in a safe, sanitary and functional condition.

B.

Fixture Clearances. All plumbing fixtures shall have adequate clearances for usage and cleaning.

C.

Plumbing System Hazards. Where it is found that a plumbing fixture or system in a building, structure, or premises constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the building, structure, or premises by reason of inadequate service, inadequate venting, cross connection, back siphonage, improper installation, deterioration, damage, or for similar reasons, the director shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard.

(Ord. BL2001-585 § 1 (part), 2001)