A. Except as provided in subsection B of this section, no change shall be made in the use of any existing commercial or industrial land, building, or structure until a certificate of occupancy is obtained from the building official certifying compliance with all the provisions of this code. (Ord. 1991-3, 4-4-1991; amd. Ord. 1995-3, 1-19-1995)
B. Change in ownership or tenancy of a business property shall require a new certificate of occupancy as follows:
1. If property has been vacant for less than six (6) months, and no building permit has been required for structural modifications, and the new use conforms to the same zoning district regulations as the previous use, a new certificate of occupancy shall be issued after the applicant registers the name, address, telephone number, relevant licensing information of the occupant and any other information required by the city.
2. If the property has been vacant for more than six (6) months, or a building permit has been issued or required for structural modifications, or there has been a change in zoning district or use of the property, a new certificate of occupancy shall be issued only after the property has been inspected for compliance with all codes, and the applicant has registered the name, address, telephone number, relevant licensing information of the occupant and such other information as the city shall require. (Ord. 1996-19, 12-19-1996)
C. Whenever a building permit has been issued for new construction, remodeling, or add-on work related to existing structures, and codes permit continued occupancy of the existing improvements, no occupancy of the new project area shall take place until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy.
D. The building official may issue a certificate of occupancy on a temporary basis when he has determined that:
1. The construction project has been substantially completed except for noncode finishing details which can be completed within thirty (30) days.
2. Occupancy does not constitute a danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the community. (Ord. 1991-3, 4-4-1991; amd. Ord. 1995-3, 1-19-1995)