Purpose.
Del. Code tit. 31, § 4102
in effectThis chapter is intended to protect the public safety, health and welfare in existing residential structures and on existing residential premises, as hereinafter provided by:
(1) Establishing minimum maintenance standards for existing residential structures and premises for basic equipment and facilities for light, ventilation, heat and sanitation; for safety from fire; for space; and for safe and sanitary maintenance of existing structures and premises;
(2) Fixing the responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants of all structures; and
(3) Providing for administration, enforcement and penalties.
Source: DE Code (Official Site)URL: https://delcode.delaware.gov/title31/c041/sc01/index.htmlFetched: 10/4/2026