A substandard building is defined in local code as a building that is unsafe or unhealthy for people to occupy. Building inspectors determine if a structure is substandard by conducting field inspections according to inspection procedures and warrants outlined in code. The process for addressing a substandard building involves multiple steps, including notifying the owner, ordering vacates if occupied, allowing appeals, issuing intent to demolish notices, and finally demolishing the structure if issues are not addressed. Owners have rights to seek temporary restraining orders or agreements during this process. After demolition, the city recovers costs through liens, fees, and demanding payment from owners.