§ Â 4102. Purpose.

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Delaware Code › Title 31 › Chapter 41 › Subchapter I › Section 4102

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This chapter is intended to protect the public safety, health and welfare in existing residential structures and on existing residential premises, as hereinafter provided by:

(1) Establishing minimum maintenance standards for existing residential structures and premises for basic equipment and facilities for light, ventilation, heat and sanitation; for safety from fire; for space; and for safe and sanitary maintenance of existing structures and premises;

(2) Fixing the responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants of all structures; and

(3) Providing for administration, enforcement and penalties.

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