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Uniform Building Code (UBQ: The purpose of the UBC is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings and structures (UBC 101.2). A deficiency in the building code(insufficient number of building exits, insufficient door landing area, etc.) adversely affects one or more of the above standards to safeguard `life or limb . . .and public welfare'; therefore, a deficiency in the building code is considered a deficiency in one or more "essential utilities and facilities, light and ventilation, etc.". Minnesota Accessibility Code, Chapter 1341: This chapter sets the requirements for accessibility all building occupancies. The Minnesota Accessibility Code closely follows the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), which sets the guidelines for accessibility to places of public accommodations and commercial facilities as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) of 1990. The ADA is a federal anti-discrimination statute designed to remove barriers that prevent qualified individuals with disabilities from enjoying the same opportunities that are available to persons without disabilities (ADA Handbook). Essentially, a deficiency in the accessibility code (lack of handrail extension at stairs or ramp, lack of clearance at a toilet fixture, etc.)results in a discrimination against disabled individuals; therefore, a deficiency in the accessibility code is considered a deficiency in "essential utilities and facilities". Minnesota Food Code, Chapter 4626: This chapter is enforced by the Minnesota Department of Health and is similar to the UBC in that it provides minimum standards to safeguard public health in areas of public/commercial food preparation. A deficiency in the food code (lack of non-absorbent wall or ceiling finishes, lack of hand sink, etc.)causes a condition for potential contamination.of food; therefore, a deficiency in the food code is considered.a deficiency in "essential utilities and facilities". National Electric Code (NEC): The purpose of the NEC is the practical safeguarding of persons and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity. The NEC contains provisions that are considered necessary for safety (NEC 90-1 (a) and (b)). A deficiency in the electric code (insufficient electrical service capacity, improper wiring,etc.)causes a hazard from the use of electricity; therefore, a deficiency in the electric code is considered a deficiency in "essential utilities and facilities". Uniform Mechanical Code (UMQ: The purpose of the UMC is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, quality of materials, location, operation, and maintenance or use of heating, ventilating, cooling, and other appliances (UMC 102). The UMC sets specific requirements 5