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[3] the removal, movement, or instability of any portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting such building; [4] the deterioration, decay, or inadequacy of its foundation; or [5] any other cause, is likely to partially or completely collaspe. (h) Whenever, for any reason, the building or structure, or any portion thereof, is manifestly unsafe for the purpose for which it is being used. (i) Whenever the exterior walls or other vertical structural members list, lean, or buckle to such an extent that a plumb line passing through the center of gravity does not fall inside the middle one-third of the base. (j) Whenever the building or structure, exclusive of the foundation, shows thirty-three percent or more damage or deterioration of its supporting member or members, or fifty percent damage or deterioration of its non-supporting members, enclosing or outside walls or coverings. (k) Whenever the building or structure has been so damaged by fire, wind, earthquake, or flood or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated so as to become [1] an attractive nuisance to children, or [2] freely accessible to persons for the purpose of committing unlawful acts. (1) Whenever any building or structure has been constructed, exists, or is maintained in violation of any specific requirement or prohibition applicable to such building or structure provided by the building regulations of the Civil Town of Mooresville, or of any law or ordinance of the State of Indiana or Town of Mooresville relating to the condition, location, or structure of buildings. (m) Whenever any building or structure which, whether or not erected in accordance with all applicable laws and ordinances has in any non- supporting part, member, or portion less than fifty percent, or in any supporting part, member, or portion less than sixty-six percent of the [1] strength, [2] fire- resisting qualities or characteristics, or [3] weather-resisting qualities or characteristics required by law in the case of a newly constructed building of like area, height, and occupancy in the same location. (n) Whenever a building or structure, used or intended to be used for dwelling purposes, because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, decay, damage, faulty construction or arrangements, inadequate light, air or sanitation facilities, or otherwise, is determined by the Health Official to be unsanitary, unfit for human habitation, or in such a condition that is likely to cause sickness or disease.