For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms are defined:
1. “Building” means any structure designed or built for the support, enclosure, shelter or protection of persons, animals, chattels or property of any kind.
2. “Excavation” means any basement, opening, hole or other similar opening in the ground remaining after the demolition of any building.
No person shall demolish any building within the City without first obtaining a written permit for the same from the City. No person shall backfill or level any excavation remaining from any demolition without similarly having obtained a permit for the same. The issuance of a permit by the City shall not render the City responsible or liable for any damages which may ensue by the permittee’s demolition of a building, and said permittee will indemnify and defend the City should action be brought for the same. Any judgment or action rendered in a case involving damages for demolition of a building shall be the sole responsibility of the permittee.
Demolition permits may be obtained from the office of the Clerk. Permits shall be issued at a cost as specified in the Appendix to this Code of Ordinances, but no permit shall be issued until the applicant therefor has given written assurances with respect to the disconnection and removal of existing sewer and water service lines serving the property demolished. The party requesting the permit must also supply the City with a schedule of demolition, and the demolition must be completed within such time schedule, but no later than two (2) weeks or fourteen (14) days after initial action to demolish the building has begun. An extension can be issued with this permit for special circumstances (such as dismantling) before excavation. Completion of the demolition of the building shall include the building and any basements, cisterns or other open areas.
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