(a) There shall be exempt from the requirements of this Chapter, building permits for the following types of development:
(1) Piers, ramps, boat lifts, docks, suspended platforms and pilings.
(2) Certain agricultural structures as defined by the Uniform Building Code shall be exempt from the fees provided in this chapter.
(b) The requirements of this Chapter shall not apply to buildings constructed for governmental uses.
(c) Where a permit to construct any Development is issued within two (2) years after demolition on the same lot, or where new construction replaces a structure on the same lot which was damaged or destroyed by fire, earthquake or other causes similarly beyond the owner’s control, the amount of new construction taken into account under this chapter shall be reduced by the number of square feet which were demolished or destroyed. (§ 1, Ord. 1313, eff. February 5, 2004)