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interior elements of properties. Ms. Scott further stated once we suspect that damage is occurring on the outside Code Enforcement can get involved. Ben Vaughan expressed concern that frequently there is no evidence on the exterior that elements like chimneys are deteriorating, so if our concern is preservation of the whole building we've got kind of a conundrum here. Arvin Starrett stated that would have to be addressed in the BSC ordinance and should be a part of their powers; preservation ordinances nationwide are fairly standard in that they do not include interior elements and we're right in line with them. Paul Denney stated that we need to address the waterproofing of exterior walls and roofs which could alleviate a lot of the damage to the interior element. Britin Bostick stated let me understand that his addition to the ordinance will only allow us to recommend to Building and Standards. Arvin Starrett stated yes, this ordinance gives us the power to recommend to Building and Standards, we did not have that power before. Britin Bostick further stated we need to look at adding additional criteria to item (4) it should address mortar as well. Arvin Starrett stated yes we could add or other masonry to section (4). Commissioners requested item (4) reflect the addition of or other masonry. Commissioners moved to section (b) Petition and Action. Arvin Starrett stated that he had questions for the attorney who was unable to be here. Mr. Starrett further stated in section (1) about two thirds of the way down the page needs to be clarified, it states "to answer to give testimony at the place and time fixed in the complaint; that the commission with jurisdiction shall also be given notice of the hearing ". Mr. Starrett asked who the "commission with jurisdiction "? Mr. Starrett also would like clarification regarding the last two lines of that same section where it refers to economic hardship. Do we need to have that stated here, it is already addressed further down in the ordinance, so can we strike this sentence from this section. Mr. Starrett further stated that section (2) is repetitive and seems to say the same thing as section one. Britin Bostick stated it is repetitive; however, it does address the fact that the Building and Standards Commission can't make a decision until it comes back to HPC. Commissioners requested direction from the City Attorney regarding striking section (2) of (b) Petition and Action. Ms. Scott stated she recommends we go to the City Attorney for clarification, receiving direction from him on how to proceed, and then bring back the updated document for further review by the commission. No action taken. B. Amend Section 7 -153 (e) Powers Motion was made by Britin Bostick, seconded by David Stewart to approve the addition of item 13 to Section 7- 153(e) Powers. Motion carried 5 -0. 3. Future agenda items. Demolition by Neglect ordinance changes.