Structures that are Historic Landmarks or included in Historic Districts that have been severely damaged as a result of an earthquake, fire or other natural disaster, and which require immediate demolition because the building presents an imminent threat to public safety, shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter. A determination to demolish an existing building on such grounds shall be made by the Commission acting on the advice and recommendation of the building official. In the absence of a quorum of the Commission such a determination may be made by the building official, the city manager, or when applicable, the chairman of the disaster council pursuant to Chapter 2.44 of this code, in consultation with any available members of the Commission and the Planning Division.
(`83 Code, § 17.40.120) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994; Ord. 95-01 § 2, 1995)