Blight detracts from the surrounding neighborhood because it: a) is unsightly, b) decreases adjoining landowners' and occupants' enjoyment of their property and neighborhood, and c) adversely affects property values and neighborhood patterns.
The following are links to the City Code Blight Conditions 4-3-1: Legislative Findings 4-3-2: Definitions 4-3-3: Garbage 4-3-4: Building Maintenance And Appearance 4-3-5: Dumpsters 4-3-6: Motor Vehicles, Equipment, Junk 4-3-7: Vermin 4-3-8: Notice And Abatement 4-3-9: Violations