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DBI reports nearly all identified wooden roof ladders removed after enforcement push
Summary
DBI reported identification of 102 hazardous wooden utility/roof ladders since an ordinance took effect; notices were issued on about 100 and 96 have been removed or are in removal process, according to housing staff.
DBI presented an enforcement update on an ordinance requiring removal or permitted replacement of unsafe wooden utility ladders on apartment buildings and dwellings. Housing staff said the ordinance (effective February) targeted ladders installed without permits or proper attachment and allowed owners to remove or obtain permits for replacements.
Inspectors identified 102 ladders and issued notices of violation in approximately 100 cases; DBI reported about 96 ladders have been removed or confirmed removed (roughly a 97% compliance rate among identified cases). Staff said outreach to property‑owner groups and targeted inspections have been part of the effort and that remaining cases are being tracked for permit follow‑up or further enforcement.
