A. General:
1. Whenever the term "administrative authority," "authority having jurisdiction," "building official," "code official," or similar title is used in any of the above adopted codes, it must be construed to mean the City of Wells hereinafter "City" or if s authorized representative.
2. The provisions of the adopted codes must not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local, state or federal law.
3. References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not specifically identified by number, must be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of the codes.
4. The codes and standards referenced must be considered part of the requirements of the adopted codes to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occur between provisions of the adopted codes and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of the adopted codes must apply.
5. In the event that any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void, this must not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or provisions.
6. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of these codes must be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in any of the adopted codes and welfare of the occupants and the public.
7. Where, in any specific case, different sections of this code specify different materials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most restrictive must govern. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specific requirement must be applicable.
B. Emergency provisions: In the event of a national, state, or local emergency declaration, the City may waive or augment the provisions of this Section as needed during the periods of emergency to protect public safety. (Ord. 221, 1-22-2012; Ord. 233, - -2018)