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obstructions with sufficient capacity to drain all fixtures or appliances which feed into it. The sewer system, be it municipal or private, must be capable of disposing of sewage in a safe, sanitary, and adequate manner. 2 5 ) UNSAFE: As applied to a structure, a condition or combination of conditions which is dangerous or hazardous to persons or property. 26) UNSANITARY: As applied to a structure, conditions which are dangerous or hazardous to the health of persons. 2 7 ) WATER CLOSET: A toilet, with a bowl and trap made in one piece, which is connected to an approved water supply and sewer system. 2 8 ) WATER SUPPLY: A functioning plumbing connection free from defects, leaks or obstructions providing a potable, controllable flow of water. SECTION 110.191E - ADMINISTRATION: 1) The City Building Official shall administer and enforce the provisions of this ordinance and they are hereby authorized to cause inspections on a scheduled basis or when reason exists to believe that a violation of this ordinance has been or is being committed. 2) When a City Building Official determines a violation, the Building Official's written evaluation of the deficiencies shall be considered prima facie evidence in any subsequent litigation of a violation under this section. 3) If any owner, occupant, or other person in charge of a dwelling unit fails or refuses to permit free access and entry to the structure of premises under that person's control for an inspection pursuant to this ordinance, the Building Official may seek a court order authorizing such an inspection. ARTICLE I1'. GENERAL REGULATIONS SECTION 110.192A - RESPONSIBILITY OF OWNERS: The owner of a dwelling shall be responsible for the maintenance of that structure and for meeting the provisions of this ordinance. Those responsibilities may not be abrogated by a private agreement. SECTION 110.192B - REMOVAL OF BASIC EQUIPMENT OR FACILITIES: No owner, operator, or occupant shall cause any facility or equipment which is required under this ordinance to be removed from or shut off from any occupied building or dwelling unit except for such temporary interruptions as may be necessary while such repairs or alterations are in progress, or during temporary emergencies. ' SECTION 110.192C - MAINTENANCE OF HEATING FACILITIES: Every heating facility shall be maintained in a safe and good working condition and shall comply with ail the following requirements: I ) No fuel burning heater shall be of a portable type.