This Fire Prevention Code shall not be construed to affect the responsibility of any person owning, operating or installing any equipment or damage to persons or property caused by any defect therein, nor shall the City be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the inspection or reinspection authorized herein, or the permit issued as herein provided, or by reason of the approval or disapproval of any equipment authorized herein. (1977 Code Sec. 27.03)