(A) (1) The codes adopted by this chapter are intended to preserve and enhance health and safety by regulating building, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems; grading activities; other physical development on private property within the city; and by regulating the use and occupancy of private property.
(2) When appropriate, the regulations adopted in this chapter can supplement other regulations governing physical development on public property and the use of public property.
(B) If a conflict exists between this chapter and the text of codes adopted by reference in this chapter, this chapter shall govern. In some cases, state and federal laws, regulations and standards supersede the provisions in this chapter.
(`61 Code, § 5.1) (Ord. 907, passed 12-21-1999)