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5. IPMC 304.1.1 (8): The following conditions shall be determined as unsafe and shall be repaired or replaced to comply with the International Building Code or the International Existing Building Code as required for existing buildings: (8) Roof or roofing components that have defects that admit rain, roof surfaces with inadequate drainage, or any portion of roof framing that is not in good repair with signs of deterioration, fatigue or without proper anchorage and incapable of supporting all nominal loads and resisting all load effects. 6. IPMC 304.7: Roofs and drainage. The roof and flashing shall be sound tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Roof drains, gutters, and downspouts shall be maintained in good repair and free from obstructions. Roof water shall not be discharged in a manner that creates a public nuisance. 7. IPMC 304.2: Protective treatment.All exterior surfaces, including but not limited to, doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks and fences, shall be maintained in good condition. Exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. Peeling, flaking and chipping paint shall be eliminated and surfaces re-painted. 8. IPMC 304.6: Exterior walls. All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated where required to prevent deterioration. 9. EMC §8.20.020: No person owning, leasing, renting, occupying or having charge or possession of any property in the city, including vacant lots, shall maintain or allow to be maintained on such property except as may be allowed by any other city ordinance any of the following conditions visible from any public street, alley or other public or private property: (E) Dead, decayed, diseased, noxious or hazardous trees, or vegetation or any vegetation (not including vegetation located in flower beds) taller than forty-two inches high or grass taller than twelve inches in height in any front yard, side yard, rear yard or vacant lot. (F) Graffiti on the exterior of any building, fence or other structure in any front yard, side yard, rear yard or vacant lot. Conclusions of Law Based on Above Findings: 1. Primary Residential Structure: By failing to properly and adequately maintain the primary residential structure weather resistant and water tight, and allowing the structure to deteriorate and become dangerous and unfit for human habitation and become an attractive nuisance the Respondents have violated IPMC 108.1.5 (7) 6