This chapter shall not be construed to relieve from, or lessen, the responsibility or liability of any party owning, operating or controlling any electric wiring, electrical devices or electric material, for damages to person or property caused by any defect therein, nor shall the city or the Electrical Commission be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the inspection authorized herein.
('71 Code, § 5-2-27) (Ord. 1887, passed 8-11-75)