In all cases where a general contractor is in charge of the work or project, or has been engaged to perform any work, removal, construction, erection, demolition, improvement or the like, it shall be the duty of the general contractor to procure and pay for all permits, and he shall otherwise be fully responsible for the strict compliance with this chapter. In all other cases, it shall be the duty of the owner to procure and pay for such permits and to otherwise comply with the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 267, 9-27-1961)