The Board of Building Code Appeals shall have the power, subject to the limitations and in the manner set forth in this Building Code, to:
(a) Affirm or reverse, in whole or in part, or modify, any decision of the Building Inspector interpreting this Building Code;
(b) Vary the application of any provision of this Building Code to any particular case, when, in its opinion, enforcement thereof would do manifest injustice and would be contrary to the spirit and the purpose of this Building Code or the public interest;
(c) Determine if any material or method of construction may be used, even though not specifically authorized by this Building Code, and specify the manner in which such material or method shall be used;
(d) Determine any requirement for the strength or stability of an existing or proposed building or structure, or for the safety or health of the occupants thereof, not specifically covered by this Building Code, or not readily interpretable from this Building Code;
(e) Determine whether or not any proposed rule of the Building Inspector supplements or aids in the interpretation of the requirements of this Building Code and is consistent therewith, and affirm, amend, modify or nullify any such proposed rule;
(f) Establish rules, regulations, conditions and qualifications for the registration, licensing or certification of qualification of any person performing work or providing services under this Building Code; and
(g) Report and recommend to Council any amendment, deletion or addition to this Building Code.
(Ord. 1233. Passed 11-24-58.)