§ 16.16.070. Homeowner permits—Regulations.

Nothing in this chapter shall prevent a resident homeowner from installing or maintaining a mechanical system within his/her own property boundaries, provided such work is done by himself/herself. Such privilege does not convey the right to violate any of the provisions of this chapter, nor is it to be construed as exempting any such homeowner from obtaining a permit and paying the required fees therefor.

The director of codes administration or his duly authorized representative shall be authorized to issue "homeowner permits" to property owners desiring to make mechanical repairs and/or additions to their property or improvements thereto. Homeowner permits shall be issued only if the applicant meets the following conditions:

1.

The mechanical repairs and/or additions shall be made to the applicants principle dwelling. This may also include one side or a duplex dwelling unit.

2.

For construction of a new single-family dwelling, the homeowner may obtain one gas/mechanical permit every two years for a new mechanical installation.

3.

The repairs, additions and/or new dwelling shall be of such nature that a person of average intelligence could make the repairs and/or additions without the assistance of a gas/mechanical contractor.

4.

The department of codes administration may void a homeowner's permit if it is determined that the installation is beyond the capabilities of the homeowner and the work being done does not comply with this chapter.

5.

The homeowner must do the work himself without the help of a gas/mechanical contractor or certificate holder.

6.

Gas piping and gas connections to an appliance or equipment shall be only installed by a licensed master mechanical, HVAC&R or gas and appliance contractor.

(Ord. 90-1253 § 1 (part), 1990; prior code § 19-1-7)