§ 17-51. Property numbers—Generally.

(a)

Buildings. On buildings now or hereafter erected and fronting on any street or alley, there shall be conspicuously placed the number as provided in this article.

(b)

Other property. All structures or other property abutting on any street or avenue shall be numbered.

(c)

Determination. In case of doubt or where a question arises as to the proper number to be assigned to any lot or building, the city manager shall decide the question and fix the number of such lot or building.

(d)

Failure to affix or maintain. If the owner or lessee of any building shall fail, refuse or neglect to place the number, or replace it when necessary, the city manager may cause a notice to be personally served on such owner or lessee or mailed by registered mail to his last known address, ordering him to place or replace the number. Such owner or lessee shall comply with such notice within ten (10) days from the date of service.

(e)

Type and location. The number plate placed upon any building shall be metal, plastic or glass and shall be located in a place on the building or lot where it shall be in plain view from the street. The location shall require the approval of the city manager or city engineer. The number shall be at least three (3) inches in height and so as to be easily seen from the street.

(Code 1976, § 6-5001)