(a) The Chief of the Department of Fire/Rescue Services or his designee shall have the authority to institute summary criminal proceedings as a means of enforcement of this article, and shall, when acting within the scope of his employment hereinunder, have the powers of a police officer of the City; provided, however, that under no circumstances shall he have the power of arrest.
(b) The Chief of the Department of Fire/Rescue Services or his designee shall be authorized to enter the structure or premises at any reasonable time to inspect subject to constitutional restrictions on unreasonable searches and seizures. If entry is refused or not obtained, the Chief of the Department of Fire/Rescue Services or his designee is authorized to pursue recourse as provided by law.
(Ord. 1-2000. Passed 1-18-00.)