New Orleans |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 26. BUILDINGS, BUILDING REGULATIONS AND HOUSING STANDARDS |
Article IV. MINIMUM PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE |
Division 7. MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS—OCCUPIED PREMISES |
§ 26-224. Electrical system hazards.
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Where it is found that the electrical system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure by reason of inadequate service, improper fusing, insufficient receptacle and lighting outlets, improper wiring or installation, deterioration or damage, or for similar reasons, and the hazard poses an imminent danger to its occupants, the code official shall order correction of the defects to eliminate the hazard and may order the premises to be vacated until the defects are corrected.
(M.C.S., Ord. No. 25454, § 1, 8-22-13, eff. 9-1-13)