Mississippi Code
Article 3 - Slum Clearance
§ 43-35-113. Powers of administrative officer

An ordinance adopted by the governing body of the municipality may authorize the public officer to exercise such powers as may be necessary or convenient to carry out and effectuate the purposes and provisions of this article, including the following powers, in addition to others herein granted:
To investigate the building conditions in the municipality in order to determine which buildings therein are unfit for human habitation, use or occupation;
To administer oaths, affirmations, examine witnesses, and receive evidence;
To enter upon premises for the purpose of making examinations, provided that such entries shall be made in such manner as to cause the least possible inconvenience to the persons in possession;
To appoint and fix the duties of such officers, agents and employees, as he deems necessary to carry out the purposes of the ordinance; and,
To delegate any of his functions and powers under the ordinance to such officers and agents as he may designate.

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