(A) The Building Inspector is charged with the enforcement of this chapter, acting in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this chapter or other applicable law or ordinance and shall not thereby be rendered personally liable for damages that may occur to persons or property as result of an act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of such duties.
(B) This chapter shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsibility of any person owning, operating, or controlling any building, premises, or contracting on city land for damages to persons or property caused by defects, nor shall the Building Inspector or the city be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the inspections authorized by this chapter or any permits or certificates issued under this manual.