§ 7-21. Modification in code  


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  • The chief of the fire department shall have the power to modify application of any of the provisions of the California Fire Code upon application in writing by the owner or lessee, or his duly authorized agent, when there are practical difficulties in the way of carrying out the strict letter of the code, provided that the intent and spirit of the code shall be observed, public safety secured, and substantial justice done. The particulars of such modification when granted or allowed and the decision of the chief of the fire department thereon shall be entered upon the records of the department, and a signed copy shall be furnished to the applicant.

(Ord. No. 95-24, § 3, 1-2-96; Ord. No. 07-18, § 6, 10-16-07 )