Revised charter, amendments and revised ordinances of the city of Tacoma, Washington; compiled and revised by authority of the City Council - Tapa blanda

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1898 Excerpt: ...for the purpose of examination or inspection, or to order the suspension of any work not in conformity with the requirementsof the ordinances relating thereto. He shall visit and inspect any building within twenty-four (24) hours after being notified to do so by the owner 01 builder thereof, and any failure to do so shall subject him to a fine of not more than ten dollars (S10.) Sec. 3. It shall be his duty to examine all buildings so damaged from the action of the elements or decay, by fire or through improper construction as to be a dangerous nuisance, and he shall order the same removed, torn down, or repaired, according to the location with reference to the fi-e limits, and the percentum of damage sustained. Sec. 4. He shall make a careful inspection of all passenger and freight elevators in the city, except such as are regularly inspected by a duly authorized casualty company, at least once in six months, and see that the said elevator door and shafts are in a perfectly safe condition, in accordance with the provisions governing the same. Sec. 5. It shall be his duty to enforce all resolutions and ordinances now in force, or which may hereafter be passed by the city council, in respect to licenses of every kind and nature. Sec. 6. He shall make complaint to the justice of the peace having jurisdiction of municipal offenses of any violation of any of the ordinances of the city within the scope of his duties. Sec. 7. He shall submit to the city council a monthly report in detail of the business transacted by him. Sec. 8. Ordinances Nos. 996 and 1075 be and the same are hereby repealod. Approved August 12, 1898. ORDINANCE NO. 1317. An ordinance creating the office of inspector of plumbing and defining his duties. Be it ordained by the City of Tacoma: Sect...