The property owner is responsible for obtaining an inspection of each rental unit and submitting the inspection checklist to the code official no later than September 30th of the year the certificate of compliance expires. When a unit changes from owner occupancy to a rental, the inspection must occur before the unit is occupied by the tenant. An inspection is not required the year a certificate of occupancy is issued for a newly constructed building and thereafter for a period of five (5) years. After the five (5) year period expires, the building will be inspected according to the quadrant in which it is located. Owners of rental properties may utilize a city inspector or a noncity inspector, as defined herein. The city shall provide the inspection checklist to the owner with the application form. The code official shall issue a certificate of compliance for rental units that comply with applicable laws based on a submitted inspection checklist. If using a noncity inspector, the owner shall be responsible for making the inspection arrangements with the noncity inspector.