Every residential and nonresidential building, and the premises on which it is situated, in the City, that is used or intended to be used for dwelling, commercial, business or industrial occupancy, shall be made to comply with the provisions of this chapter, whether or not such building has been constructed, altered or repaired before or after the enactment of this chapter (Ordinance 95-83, passed November 28, 1983) and irrespective of any permit or license that has been issued for the use or occupancy of the building or for the installation or repair of equipment or facilities prior to the effective date of this chapter (Ordinance 95-83, passed November 28, 1983). This chapter establishes minimum standards for the initial and continued occupancy and use of all such buildings and does not replace or modify standards otherwise established for the construction, repair, alteration or use of the building, except as provided in Section 1472.04. Mixed occupancy, residential or nonresidential use therein shall be nevertheless regulated by this chapter.
(Ord. 95-83. Passed 11-28-83.)