§ 18-348. Exemptions.

(a)

New construction and the repair or renovation of an existing building shall be exempt from the requirements of this article when:

(1)

The repair or renovation of the existing building does not include the replacement of the plumbing or sewerage system servicing toilets, faucets or showerheads within such existing buildings;

(2)

The plumbing or sewerage system within such existing building, because of its capacity, design, or installation would not function properly if the toilets, faucets or showerheads required by this article were installed;

(3)

The system is a well or gravity flow system from a spring and is owned privately by an individual for use in such individual's personal residence; or

(4)

The units to be installed are specifically designed for use by handicapped persons, specifically designed to withstand unusual abuse or installation in a penal institution, or toilets for juveniles.

(b)

The owner, or his agent, of a building undergoing new construction or repair or renovation who is entitled to an exemption hereunder shall obtain the exemption by applying at the building and licensing department and paying the exemption fee established by resolution of the city council.

(Code 1979, § 24-5)