It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any of the provisions of this chapter; to permit or maintain any violation; to refuse to obey any provision thereof; or to fail or refuse to comply with any provision or regulation, except that variations may be allowed by the Chief of the Fire Department in writing and signed by him. Proof of any unlawful act or failure to act shall be deemed prima facie evidence that the act is that of the owner and of the occupant. Prosecution or lack thereof against either the owner or the occupant shall not be deemed to relieve the other from responsibility or from prosecution for the violation of this chapter.
(Ord. O-23-95, passed 11-6-95) Penalty, see § 94.99
Cross-reference:
Authority of Fire Chief to grant exemption, see § 94.16
Authority of Fire Chief to grant exemption, see § 94.16