In the wake of a recent warehouse fire, Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and city officials will begin to enforce stricter rules against unsafe buildings citywide.

Officials gathered at 51 Norfolk St. in Roxbury, where a 9-alarm fire destroyed an abandoned warehouse last weekend. The "problem properties crackdown" will identify buildings that are unsafe and dangerous, issue violations, conduct spot inspections and provide emergency services with comprehensive, up-to-date information on vacant, problem properties throughout the city of Boston.

"I am very proud of the way our fire department handled the fire here on Norfolk Street this weekend, but we can do more to ensure their safety and the safety of our residents," said Menino. "This crackdown will ensure that our first responders have accurate and up-to-date information about unsafe properties and potential hazards so they can better protect themselves and residents throughout the city."

Fire department staff will report fire hazards and structural integrity of the buildings and any non-compliance building, zoning or fire codes will result in the issuance of a violation and/or ticket. As part of the crackdown, the team will conduct inspections on a weekly basis and problem properties will be placed on a shared list of potentially dangerous buildings.