An Ordinance amending Section 12-1(c) of the Code of Ordinances of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government, relating to the adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code, to adopt and incorporate additional provisions establishing required standards for carbon monoxide detection, including the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in existing single- and multi-family dwellings, which shall be effective one hundred and eighty (180) days following passage of Council. [Council Office, Hall]

This ordinance amends the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government's Code of Ordinances, specifically Section 12-1(c) concerning the International Property Maintenance Code. The amendment introduces new requirements for carbon monoxide detection in existing single- and multi-family dwellings.

Key Provisions:

• Carbon Monoxide Alarms: Required in existing single- and multi-family dwellings, in accordance with Section 1103.9 of the International Fire Code.
• Maintenance and Replacement: Carbon monoxide alarms and detection systems must be maintained per NFPA 720. Inoperable or end-of-life alarms and detectors must be replaced.

This ordinance is deemed necessary to promote the health and safety of residents by preventing undetected carbon monoxide leaks. It will become effective 180 days following passage by Council.