§ 5-211. Legislative authority -- Building regulations  


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  •    (a) Establish building codes. -- A municipality may adopt regulations regarding the erection of buildings and signs in the municipality, including:

       (1) a building code; and

       (2) requirements for building permits.

    (b) Inspection and repairs. -- A municipality may provide for the inspection of and require repairs to the following on private property:

       (1) drainage and sewage systems;

       (2) electric lines and wires;

       (3) gas pipes;

       (4) plumbing apparatus; and

       (5) water pipes.


HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 23A, § 2(b)(5), (16); 2013, ch. 119, § 2.