The Code shall apply to new buildings and structures for business, mercantile, factory and industrial, storage, assembly, institutional, temporary, miscellaneous and residential occupancies and uses, their accessory structures and to their service parts which are hereafter erected in accordance with § 101.2 of the OBC or of the RCO as applicable. The Code shall also apply to existing buildings and structures in accordance with § 3401 of the OBC or § 113 of the RCO.
(A) Change of occupancy. Changes in the use or occupancy of an existing building shall not be made except as specified in either OBC Chapter 34 or RCO § 113.7 and subparagraphs as appropriate.
(B) Installation of equipment. When the installation of service equipment (new or replacement), extension, alteration or repair of an elevator, moving stairway, mechanical equipment, refrigeration, air conditioning or ventilating apparatus, plumbing, gas piping, electric wiring, heating system or any other equipment is specifically controlled by the provisions of the Code or the approved rules, it shall be unlawful to install and/or use such equipment until an approval has been issued therefore by the Building Official or other agency having jurisdiction.
(C) Other requirements. Construction, work, or installations not within the scope of the OBC or of the RCO per § 101.2, or otherwise exempt from the requirement for permit per § 102.10, may nevertheless be regulated, thus requiring a permit, per § 152.04(D).
(Ord. 24-2019, passed 8-5-19)