(a) No building, which is hereafter partially destroyed by fire or other causes to such an extent that it is necessary to replace at least fifty per cent of the building, shall be repaired or altered unless the work is done in strict accordance with this chapter.
(b) In case of a building damaged by fire, it shall be necessary for the Building Inspector to make an examination of the same before issuing a permit.
(c) No existing shingle or other wood covered roof may be altered or enlarged if it is on a building that by the requirements of this chapter would come under the classification of a first, second or third class building. If necessary repairs to such roofs exceed the fifty percent of the area of the roof, a new roof conforming to the requirements of this chapter shall be put on.
(Ord. 288. Passed 5-24-54.)