1. The manager or housing inspector shall have the right at any time to enter any dwelling or dwelling unit, and shall be given prompt access thereto upon application to the landlord or owner or person having charge or control, for the purpose of making inspections of the dwelling or dwelling units, or otherwise discharging their official duties.

    2. If the manager or inspector finds that an emergency exists which requires immediate action to protect the public health or safety, he or she may issue an order reciting the existence of such emergency and requiring that such actions be taken as are necessary to meet the emergency. Such order may be issued verbally either in person or by telephone. Such order shall be effective immediately.  Any person to whom such an order is directed shall comply immediately, but may, after the emergency situation is properly controlled, appeal the order by following the procedure stated in this code.  After hearing such appeal, the designated hearing authority will uphold and validate the action taken and order issued, or modify it, or revoke it. (Ord. 2001-0563)