When any moving of a house, building or other structure is commenced, flagmen must be posted ahead of and behind such moving to give proper warning. In the event it becomes necessary to leave the building or structure on public property, there shall be placed around the same and all equipment used therefor red lights, flares or other warning devices; provided that, no building or structure shall be allowed to remain stationary on and in the streets and ways for more than 24 hours, except on weekends. Any moving at night must be accompanied by sufficient lights and flares continually burning for the protection of the public.
(`87 Code, § 29-54)