§ 11-252. Construction and scope of Division.

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(a)

The provisions of this Division shall apply to existing conditions as well as to conditions arising after the adoption thereof, except that conditions legally in existence at the adoption of this Division and not in strict compliance therewith may be permitted to continue only if, in the opinion of the Fire Chief or authorized representative, they do not constitute a distinct hazard to life or property.

(b)

The provisions of this Division shall not apply to any building, area, or premises within the County that is owned by any department or agency of the government of the United State of America or the State of Maryland.

(c)

Nothing in this Division shall be construed to limit the authority of any fire official who has been appointed Assistant or Special Assistant State Fire Marshal in accordance with Subtitle 6, Public Safety Article, Annotated Code of Maryland or the authority granted by other laws or codes.

(CB-107-1979; CB-80-2006)

                    
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