Code violations range from simple repairs such as peeling paint and dirty appliances to more extensive renovations such as installing alarm systems, said Paul Freeman, COG deputy director of code administration. Inspections are designed to maintain safe living conditions, but Delta Upsilon fraternity adviser Ken Ruch said some infractions focus on superficial details. Fraternities are usually given about a month to meet code standards, he added. All fraternities have been randomly inspected in the past, Freeman said, adding that COG wants to institute yearly inspections.
Inspectors also look for fire safety violations.
They were very good at doing their job. And about six of Delta Upsilon's violations, such as wiring, were related to fire safety, Ruch said. Freeman said the borough gives the fraternities time to make extensive corrections. Code inspectors also allow time for the groups to budget for expensive repairs, he added. Despite code infractions, none of the fraternity houses inspected this year are unsafe, Freeman said, adding that about a dozen have been inspected since the summer.