This code shall be known and may be cited and referred to as the "Snow
Hill Housing Code."
This code is to protect the public health, safety and welfare in all
existing and new residential premises as hereinafter provided by:
A. Establishing minimum standards for all habitable structures
and premises for basic equipment and facilities for light, ventilation, space
heating and sanitation; for safety from fire; for space, use and location;
and for safe and sanitary maintenance of all structures now in existence.
B. Fixing the responsibilities of owners, operators and
occupants of all habitable structures.
C. Providing for administration, enforcement and penalties.