(A) General. The provisions of this code shall apply to all matters affecting or relating to structures and premises, as set forth in § 95.001. Where, in a specific case, different sections of this code specify different requirements, the most restrictive shall apply.
(B) Maintenance. Except as specified herein, the owner, parties of interest or the owners designated agent shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings, structures and premises.
(C) Application of other codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions, of the applicable and current building and zoning codes, enforced by the City of Goose Creek.
(D) Existing remedies. The provisions in this code shall not be construed to abolish or impair existing remedies of the jurisdiction, or its officers or agencies, relating to the removal or demolition of any structure which is determined to be dangerous, unsafe or unsanitary.
(E) Workmanship. Repairs, maintenance work, alterations or installations, which are caused directly or indirectly by the enforcement of this code, shall be executed and installed in a workmanlike manner and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions and applicable building and zoning codes.
(F) Historic buildings. The provisions of this code shall not be mandatory for existing buildings or structures designated as historic buildings when such buildings or structures are determined by the city to be safe and not detrimental to public health or welfare.
(G) Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards referenced in this code shall be those that are listed in § 95.055 and considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and the referenced standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
(H) Requirements not covered by code. Requirements necessary for the strength, stability or proper operation of an existing fixture, structure or equipment, or for the public safety, health and general welfare, not specifically covered by this code, shall be determined by the city.
(Ord. 17-016, passed
7-11-2017)