This chapter shall be construed to secure its expressed intent, which is to ensure public safety, health and welfare insofar as they are affected by building construction, through structural strength, adequate egress facilities, sanitary equipment, light and ventilation, and fire safety; and, in general, to secure safety to life and property from all hazards incident to the design, erection, construction, alteration, removal or demolition of all buildings and structures. (Ord. 19-O-10, 6-24-2019)