This chapter shall be construed to secure its expressed intent, which is to insure public safety, health and welfare insofar as they are affected by building construction, through structural strength, adequate egress facilities, sanitary equipment, light and ventilation, and fire safety; and, in general, to protect persons and property from all hazards incident to the design, erection, construction, alteration, removal or demolition of buildings and structures.
(Ord. 1123, passed 1-28-20)