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In the event of the failures specified below, the property owner shall take reasonable steps to begin repairing the failures, within the following specified time periods after receipt of written notice of the failure delivered to the person identified in section 4-7-7 of this chapter, and complete the repairs with reasonable diligence.

Failure

Repair Within

Broken stair or balustrade

Upon notice, if the condition causes a safety hazard or prevents access to the premises; otherwise 24 hours

Broken or leaking water pipes causing an imminent threat to life, safety, or health

24 hours

Other broken or leaking water pipes

72 hours

Disconnection of electrical, water, or natural gas service caused by property owner

24 hours

Inoperable or missing smoke detector required by code

24 hours

Inoperable required fire sprinkler system (if smoke detectors are not present or operating)

24 hours

Inoperable toilet

24 hours

Nonfunctioning heating or air conditioning (during a period where heat or air conditioning is reasonably necessary) or electrical system

24 hours

Tub, shower, or kitchen and bathroom sink with inoperable drain or no hot or cold water

24 hours

Broken exterior door or inoperable or missing exterior door locks

48 hours if the premises is otherwise secured from the elements and unwanted entry; otherwise 24 hours

Broken window with missing glass

48 hours if the premises is otherwise secured from the elements and unwanted entry; otherwise 24 hours

Inoperable refrigerator or cooking range or stove

48 hours

Inoperable electric fixture

72 hours

Inoperable exterior lighting

96 hours

Inoperable required fire sprinkler system (if smoke detectors are installed and operable)

96 hours

The tenant shall grant the property owner reasonable access as required under section 4-7-13 of this chapter to perform the repairs required in this section. (Ord. 2005-12-002, 12-1-2005)