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Sterling Codifiers,Inc. G'f'� a� �c�c.rn Svi( l� Page 5 0 <br /> CodG �kcer��tS <br /> 4-8-1-5: APPROVAL:� " <br /> (A) Modifications: Whenever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of this <br /> chapter,the code official shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases. The code <br /> official shall first find that strict compliance with this chapter imposes practical difficulties onto the <br /> owner, and that modification does not lessen health, aesthetic, life and fire safety requirements. <br /> Modifications shall only relate to such things as alternative materials, methods, and equipment, or an <br /> extension of time to remedy code violations; however no modifications from specific code <br /> requirements shall be granted. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and <br /> entered in the department files. (Ord. 1316, 4-8-2014) <br /> (B)Alternative Materials, Methods And Equipment: The provisions of this chapter are not intended to <br /> prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any method of construction not specifically <br /> prescribed by this chapter, provided that any such alternative has been approved.An altemative <br /> material or method of construction shall be approved where the code official finds that the proposed <br /> design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this chapter, and that the <br /> material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed <br /> in this chapter in quality, strength, effectiveness,fire resistance, durability and safety. <br /> (C) Required Testing:Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compfiance with the provisions of this <br /> chapter, or evidence that a material or method does not conform to the requirements of this chapter, <br /> or in order to substantiate claims for alternative materials or methods, the code official shall have the <br /> authority to require tests as evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the city. <br /> (D)Test Methods: Test methods shall be as specified in this chapter or by other recognized test <br /> standards. In the absence of recognized and accepted test methods, the code official shall approve <br /> the testing procedures. (Ord. 706, 3-16-1998) <br /> 4-8-1-6: VIOLATIONS:I'�1� <br /> (A) Unlawful Acts: It shall be unlawful for a person,firm or corporation to be in conflict with or in violation <br /> of any of the provisions of this chapter. <br /> (B) Notice Of Violation: The code official shall serve a notice of violation or order in accordance with <br /> section 4-8-1-7 of this chapter or as required by state statute. <br /> (C) Prosecution Of Violation: If the notice of violation is not complied with,the code official shall institute <br /> the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to restrain, correct or abate such violation, or to require <br /> the removal or termination of the unlawful occupancy of the structure in violation of the provisions of <br /> this chapter or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto. <br /> http://www.sterlingcodifiers.com/codebook/getBookData.php?chapter_id=22142 2/19/2015 <br />