Legal Documents of Newport

The chief of the fire department shall have the power to modify any of the provisions of the fire prevention code adopted in this chapter upon application in writing by the owner or lessee, or the duly authorized agent of either, when there are practical difficulties in the manner of carrying out the strict letter of the fire prevention code, if the spirit of the fire prevention code shall be observed, public safety secured and substantial justice done. The particulars of the modifications, when granted or allowed and the decision of the chief of the fire department thereon, shall be entered upon the records of the fire department and a signed copy shall be furnished the applicant. (1973 Code, § 8-22)