1325.03 INSPECTION PRIOR TO ISSUANCE.

   Upon application for an occupancy permit, the Fire Chief or his staff members as assigned shall forthwith cause to be made an inspection of the premises covered therein. Such inspection shall be made for the purpose of determining compliance or noncompliance with the provisions of the State Fire Code and ordinances and regulations of the City relative to the construction, alteration, maintenance or operation of industrial buildings or commercial structures pertaining to fire safety. The applicant shall cooperate with the Fire Chief and his inspectors in arranging for entry into such premises for the purpose of making such inspection, and failure to cooperate shall constitute a violation of this chapter. No new occupancy or change in occupancy shall take place prior to the issuance of such occupancy permit.

(Ord. 54-1977. Passed 12-22-77.)