(a) The inspector and his duly appointed assistants shall enforce all the provisions of this chapter, which duties shall include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:
(1) The examination and approval of plans and specifications;
(2) The issuance of permits and collection of fees;
(3) The inspection of plumbing and conducting of tests;
(4) The supervision of assistants employed as plumbing inspectors;
(5) The safe keeping of all records and proceedings;
(6) Advisory service to the public in matters of plumbing; and
(7) To follow research and developments in the plumbing trade and to advise Council when charges should be made in this chapter.
(b) If a condition exists or arises which is not specifically provided for herein, the inspector or his duly appointed assistants shall prescribe the requirements necessary to make such work conform to the intent and purpose hereof so that when installed, such plumbing work shall be safe and not hazardous to person or property.
(c) The inspector or his duly appointed assistants shall not, during their term of office, be engaged in or interested in the plumbing business or the sale of any plumbing supplies, nor act as an agent directly or indirectly for any person so engaged.
(Ord. 66(66-67). Passed 7-6-67.)