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Kansas City Code ch. 56, art. II, div. 3, subpt. I
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Kansas City Code § 56-91 Sanitation.

Sec. 56-91. - Sanitation. (a) All exterior property areas and the interior of every dwelling shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition free from any accumulation of rubbish or garbage. The storage, collection and disposal of refuse shall be in accordance with chapter 62. (b) The owner of any dwelling may provide an approved mechanical garbage disposal unit (mechanical sink grinder) for the use of the occupants of each dwelling. (Code of Gen. Ords. 1967, § 20.11; Ord. No. 47717, 4-22-77; Ord. No. 59593, 7-3-86)

Kansas City Code § 56-92 Insect and rodent control.

Sec. 56-92. - Insect and rodent control. Buildings, structures and exterior property areas shall be kept free from insect and rodent infestation. Where insects or rodents are found, they shall be promptly exterminated by acceptable processes which will not be injurious to human health. After extermination, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent reinfestation. Every opening located within four feet of the ground level shall be protected against the possible entry of insects and rodents. (Code of Gen. Ords. 1967, § 20.12; Ord. No. 47717, 4-22-77; Ord. No. 59593, 7-3-86)

Kansas City Code § 56-93 Stairs, porches and handrails.

Sec. 56-93. - Stairs, porches and handrails. Every porch and interior or exterior stairs shall be so constructed as to be safe to use and capable of supporting the loads to which they are subjected. They shall be maintained in sound condition and good repair. Treads and risers that evidence excessive wear or are broken, warped or loose shall be replaced. Where required for safety, approved handrails and baluster shall be installed and they shall be maintained in a safe condition. (Code of Gen. Ords. 1967, § 20.13; Ord. No. 47717, 4-22-77; Ord. No. 56567, 6-14-84; Ord. No. 59593, 7-3-86)
Source: City of Kansas City, Missouri, Code of Ordinances, Charter and Zoning and Development Code (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mo/kansas_city/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COORKAMIVOII_CH56PRMACO_ARTIIREPR_DIV3MIENOCSPRE_SDIINGEFetched: 10/28/2026

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