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Section 304.2 of the Uniform Administrative Code Provisions for the National Electrical Code, is amended as follows: This Chapter and the adopted National Electrical Code shall be enforced by the Chief Building Official acting either directly or through properly authorized agents acting within the scope of the particular duties delegated to them by the Director of Public Works. For such purpose the Chief Building Official or his agent shall have the powers of a police officer. Section 20.20.040 Interpretation: The language used in this Chapter and in the adopted National Electrical Code is intended to convey the common and accepted meaning familiar to the electrical industry. Should any question arise, the Chief Building Official is authorized to determine the intent and meaning of any provision of this Chapter and the adopted code. Such determinations shall be made in writing, and a record shall be kept in the office of the Department of Public Works, which record shall be available to interested parties. Section 20.20.050 Variance The Chief Building Official shall have the power to grant a variance to any of the provisions of the adopted National Electrical Code upon application, in writing, by the affected party or his duly authorized agent, when there are practical difficulties in the way of carrying out the strict letter of the code; provided, that the spirit of the code shall be observed, public health, safety and welfare secured and substantial justice done. The particulars of such variance and the decision of the Chief Building Official shall be entered in the records of the Department of Public Works of the City and a signed copy furnished the applicant. The granting of any variance shall not be construed to imply or fix any liability on the part of the City or any officer or employee thereof for any damages to persons or property by reason of such variances. 20.20.60 Appeals: 95