§ 4102. Purpose.
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This chapter is intended to protect the public safety, health and welfare in existing residential structures and on existing residential premises, as hereinafter provided by:
(1)Establishing minimum maintenance standards for existing residential structures and premises for basic equipment and facilities for light, ventilation, heat and sanitation; for safety from fire; for space; and for safe and sanitary maintenance of existing structures and premises;
(2)Fixing the responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants of all structures; and
(3)Providing for administration, enforcement and penalties.