(A) The provisions of this chapter and the building and fire safety rules of the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission shall apply equally to new and existing buildings and conditions, with the following exceptions:
(1) Existing conditions which do not constitute a distinct hazard to life or property.
(2) The transportation of any articles or substance under the jurisdiction of and in compliance with the regulations prescribed by the military forces of the United States.
(B) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed, interpreted or applied to abrogate, nullify or abolish any law, ordinance or code adopted by the city governing the construction, alteration, addition, repair, removal, demolition, use, location, occupancy and maintenance of buildings specifically provided herein. When any provision of this chapter is found to be in conflict with any building, zoning, safety, health or other applicable law, ordinance or code of the city existing to the effective date of this chapter or hereafter adopted, the provision which established the higher standard for the promotion and protection of the safety and welfare of the public shall prevail.
(Ord. 89-3, passed - - ; Am. Ord. 89-10, passed - - )