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Division 2 - Exterior of Structures Sec. 13 -44. Compliance. No person shall occupy as owner- occupant or let to another for occupancy any dwelling unit, multiple dwelling, rooming house, rooming unit, or portion thereof for the purpose of living, sleeping, cooking, or eating therein that does not comply with the provisions of this Division. (Code 1966; Ord. No. 301, 6 -13- 72; Code of 1988; Code of 2001) Sec. 13 -45. Foundations, Walls, and Roofs. Every foundation, exterior wall, roof, and all other exterior surfaces shall be maintained in a workmanlike state of maintenance and repair. (1) The foundation elements shall adequately support the building at all points. (2) Every exterior wall shall be free of holes, breaks, loose or rotting boards or timbers, falling or loose stucco or brick, and any other conditions that might admit rain or dampness to the interior portions of the walls or to the exterior spaces of the multiple dwelling. (3) The roof shall be tight and have no defects that admit rain. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent rain water from causing dampness in the walls. (Code 1966; Ord. No. 301, 6- 13 -72; Code of 1988; Code of 2001) Sec. 13 -46. Stairs, Porches, and Railings. (1) Every outside stair, porch, and appurtenance attached thereto shall be constructed so as to be safe for use and capable of supporting a load as determined in the Building Code. These areas shall be kept in sound condition and good repair. (2) Every flight of stairs which is more than four risers high shall have hand rails that are located as provided by the Building Code. (3) Every porch which is more than eighteen inches above grade shall have rails so located and capable of restraining a horizontal pressure as determined by the Building Code. (4) Every rail and balustrade shall be firmly fastened and maintained in good condition. (Code 1966; Ord. No. 301, 6- 13 -72; Code of 1988; Code of 2001) 13 -R -8-