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§ 41-2-11 - Powers of public officers in regard to unfit buildings or structures

O.C.G.A. 41-2-11 (2010)
41-2-11. Powers of public officers in regard to unfit buildings or structures


An ordinance adopted by the governing body of the county or municipality may authorize the public officer to exercise such powers as may be necessary or convenient to carry out and effectuate the purpose and provisions of Code Sections 41-2-7 through 41-2-10, this Code section, and Code Sections 41-2-12 through 41-2-17, including the following powers in addition to others granted in Code Sections 41-2-7 through 41-2-10 and Code Sections 41-2-12 through 41-2-17:

(1) To investigate the dwelling conditions in the unincorporated area of the county or in the municipality in order to determine which dwellings, buildings, or structures therein are unfit for human habitation or are unfit for current commercial, industrial, or business use or are vacant, dilapidated, and being used in connection with the commission of drug crimes;

(2) To administer oaths and affirmations, to examine witnesses, and to receive evidence;

(3) To enter upon premises for the purpose of making examinations; provided, however, that such entries shall be made in such manner as to cause the least possible inconvenience to the persons in possession;

(4) To appoint and fix the duties of such officers, agents, and employees as he deems necessary to carry out the purposes of the ordinances; and

(5) To delegate any of his functions and powers under the ordinance to such officers and agents as he may designate.

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