Before a building is begun, the owner of the property shall apply to the Inspector for a permit to build. This permit shall be given in writing and shall contain a provision that the building shall be constructed according to the requirements of the building law, a copy of which shall accompany the permit. As the building progresses, the Inspector shall make as many inspections as may be necessary to satisfy him or her that the building is being constructed according to the provisions of this law. As soon as the building is completed the owner shall notify the Inspector who shall proceed at once to inspect the building and determine whether or not the flues and the buildings are properly constructed in accordance with the building law. If the building meets the requirements of the building law, the Inspector shall then issue to the owner of the building a certificate which shall state that he or she has complied with the requirements of the building law as to that particular building, giving the description and locality and street number, if numbered. The Inspector shall keep his or her record so that it will show readily by reference all buildings as are approved. The Inspector shall report to the Insurance Commissioner every person neglecting to secure the permit and certificate and also bring the matter before the Mayor, Recorder or Municipal Court for their attention and action.
(Prior Code, § 4.1.03)