§ 31-1. Purpose and findings.  


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  • The Greene County Board of Commissioners finds that nursing homes and personal care homes are uniquely situated among businesses located within this county because they provide shelter to individuals who are particularly vulnerable to fires and related emergencies. As a result, the Greene County Board of Commissioners finds that a regulatory framework that requires the implementation of fire safety measures and regular inspections of nursing homes and personal care homes is necessary to ensure the safety and welfare of their residents. Because the Greene County Board of Commissioners further finds that nursing homes and personal care homes serve an important societal interest and purpose, it seeks to protect the safety and needs of the individuals served by nursing homes and personal care homes without unduly burdening the operators of those establishments with unnecessary or excessive regulations.

(Ord. of 12-11-2014)