A. Every dwelling shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation. Infestations of insects or rodents shall be promptly exterminated by methods that will not be injurious to human health. After extermination, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent reinfestation.

B. The owner of any residential property shall be responsible for extermination within any structure prior to any occupancy thereof.

C. The occupant of a single-family dwelling shall be responsible for extermination within the dwelling during the occupancy thereof.

D. The owner of a structure containing two or more dwelling units shall be responsible for extermination within the structure. [BC 8.07.230, added by Ordinance No. 4448, 8/20/07]