Sec. 7-231. - Scope.

(a)

The provisions of this article shall apply to new construction and to buildings or structures to which additions or alterations made within any twelve-month period exceed fifty (50) per cent of the value of the

existing buildings or structures. Such buildings or structures shall be made to conform to the security requirements for new buildings and structures.

(b)

Existing multiple-family dwelling units which are converted to privately owned family units (condominiums) shall comply with the provisions of section 7-242 (Special Residential Building Provisions) of this article.

(c)

Any existing structure which converts from its original occupancy group, as designated in the Uniform Building Code, shall comply with the provisions of this article.

(d)

Any building as defined in the Uniform Building Code and title 19 of the California Administrative Code, requiring special type releasing, latching or locking devices, other than described herein, shall be exempt from the provisions hereof relating to locking devices of interior and/or exterior doors.

(e)

Where in any specific case, sections of this article may conflict with the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Building Code shall govern.

(Ord. No. 1538, § 1, 3-8-82)