The Council shall have the power to modify any of the provisions of the California Fire Code upon an application in writing by the owner or lessee, or his or her duly authorized agent, when there are practical difficulties in the way of carrying out the strict letter of the Code; provided, however, the spirit of the provisions of said Code shall be observed, public safety secured, and substantial justice done.
('65 Code, § 4-4.105) (Ord. 461-C.S., passed 12-5-95; Am. Ord. 575-C.S., passed 11-20-07; Am. Ord. 587 C.S., passed 12-7-10)