Lawrenceville's City Council has approved a groundbreaking ordinance for Multi-Family housing inspections to enhance property maintenance standards and ensure tenants' well-being throughout the city.
A press release from the city says the ordinance introduces a comprehensive program to address a range of property issues and will allow officials to enforce compliance with international property codes.
The need for the ordinance stems from concerns related to property maintenance issues which include heating, cooling, water, structural, electrical, and sewer problems that may go unaddressed, leaving tenants with limited recourse.
Councilors say future failure to provide a Code Compliance Certificate may lead to fines and penalties. The ordinance places specific requirements for licensed and certified inspectors, including mandatory meetings and required documents and calls for severe penalties for those submitting false information.
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