Before installing the lighting facilities required by section 18.80.070 of this chapter, or its successor, and before altering or adding to any lighting facilities presently existing, the operator of a parking lot shall first make application to the building official for a permit, and shall submit with such application a detailed plan for such facilities. If it shall be found that the installation will conform to the requirements of this chapter and the electrical code, a permit shall be issued upon payment of the fee required by the electrical code covering work in commercial and industrial property. (Prior code § 28-1-8)