Building code violations

[Ebe Chinweze]

Hi guys,

I'm looking to buy a 9 unit and wondered do you guys let building violations stop you from purchasing a building?  I know the city is strapped for money, do they come after you for past violations even if you rehab the building?  What's been everyone's experience, does it even matter that the building has violations if you are planning to rehab it?  I've left some examples of violations below.  Thanks for your help!

Failed to maintain interior walls and ceilings free from holes or cracks. (13-19-540(c))	1st flr.Bathroom wall and ceiling; unfinish repair work.  1st flr.Bedroom ceiling; buckling.
PL162017	Keep plumbing clean and sanitary. (13-196-620 B, 13-196-630 B), (18-29-402.1), (18-29-402.1.1)	1st flr.and  1st flr.Bathroom tubs; unsanitary condition.
CN106015	Failed to maintain interior stairway system in safe condition and sound repair. (13-196-570)	Interior stair baluster; missing.