Where, because of condition peculiar to a particular building, it would be unreasonably difficult to meet the literal requirements of this code, a variance may be granted by the Board upon written application therefor. Such application shall state in writing the reasons why the variance shall be made. A variance may be granted only where it is evident that reasonable safety and sanitation is assured, and may include conditions not generally specified by this article in order to achieve that end. The variance may include an expiration date. A copy of the variance shall be filed in the office of the Building Inspector and a copy shall be given to the applicant.
(2005 Code, § 9-804)