The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all buildings, structures, premises that pose a danger of fires, explosions, or related hazards within the county. The provisions of this code shall apply equally to existing as well as new buildings, structures, premises and conditions except that existing buildings, structures, premises and conditions which complied with the minimum safety standards of the code in effect at the time of construction or installation and which have been properly maintained shall be deemed as complying with this chapter.
(Ord. passed - -95)