14.28.120 Authority to inspect.

The authorized enforcement official has the duty and the responsibility to inspect any and all locations for any violation of the provisions of this chapter. The authorized enforcement official may, within the limitations of applicable state and federal laws, enter any building or premises (including, but not limited to, facilities, equipment, practices, or operations) at reasonable times to inspect the same for any or all of the following situations, as determined by the authorized enforcement official:

(A) Routine inspections to ensure implementation of BMPs and other requirements of this chapter;

(B) Active or potential stormwater discharges;

(C) Whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that there exists any condition which constitutes a violation of the provisions of this chapter or the Phase II Stormwater Permit;

(D) Actual violations of this chapter or the Phase II Stormwater Permit;

(E) Whenever necessary to enforce any of the provisions of this chapter or the Phase II Stormwater Permit; or

(F) To perform any duty imposed upon the official by this chapter.

The authorized enforcement official may demand the production of such records as is necessary to determine compliance with the provisions of this chapter and for the purpose of examination and copying.

The authorized enforcement official must present proper credentials to, and obtain consent from the owner or occupant to enter. If such building or premises is unoccupied, the authorized enforcement official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other persons having charge or control of the building or premises and request entry. In the event the owner and/or occupant refuses entry, the authorized enforcement official shall request assistance of the city attorney to obtain an administrative warrant for the premises, pursuant to state law.