The Board of Building Code Appeals shall have the power, subject to the limitations and in the manner set forth in this Building Code, to:
(a) Affirm or reverse, in whole or in part, or modify any decision of the Building Inspector in interpreting the provisions of this Building Code;
(b) Vary the application of any provision of this Building Code to any particular case when, in its opinion, enforcement thereof would do manifest injustice, would be contrary to the spirit and the purpose of this Building Code or the public interest;
(c) Determine if any material or method of construction may be used, even though not specifically authorized by this Building Code, and specify the manner in which such materials and methods shall be used;
(d) Determine any requirement for the strength or stability of an existing or proposed building or structure, or for the safety or health of the occupants thereof, not specifically covered by this Building Code or not readily interpretable from the provisions of this Building Code.
(e) Affirm or reverse, in whole or in part, or modify, any order of the Building Inspector or the Fire Prevention Officer issued pursuant to Chapter 1313 of this Building Code.
(Ord. A-2052. Passed 8-26-96.)