In order to prevent or lessen unnecessary hardship or practical difficulties in exceptional cases, where it is difficult or impossible to comply with the strict letter of this chapter, and in order to determine the suitability of alternate materials and types of construction and to provide for reasonable interpretations of the provisions of this chapter, the Board of Appeals established under authority of the current Michigan Building Code, as adopted in Section 1410.02, shall exercise its powers on these matters in such a way that the public welfare is secured and substantial justice done, most nearly in accordance with the intent and purpose of this chapter.
(Ord. 2002-12. Passed 5-21-02.)