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SEC. 98.0702. DEFINITIONS.

Los Angeles Rent Rules (LAMC excerpts) · 2025 edition · ingested 2026-07-08 · Los Angeles

(Added by Ord. No. 172,782, Eff. 9/30/99.)

The following words and phrases, whenever used in this division, shall be construed as defined in this section. Words and phrases not defined herein shall be construed as defined in Sections 12.03 and 91.201, et seq. of this Code.

“Responsible Person” means the owner and/or person in charge or control of the Vacant Structure.

“Superintendent” means the General Manager of the Department of Building and Safety or the General Manager’s duly authorized representative.

“Statement of Intent” means a form filled out by the responsible person of a Vacant Structure which contains specific information regarding the structure and the owner’s plan for its rehabilitation and maintenance, or demolition.

“Vacant Structure” means any structure or building that:

(1) is unoccupied or occupied by unauthorized persons; and

(2) is unsecured or barricaded.

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