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demolition and moving of buildings and structures, inspect the premises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with the provisions of this Code. When an application for demolition of a structure is applied for and the Building Official has cause to believe that the structure may have historical significance, the application may be referred to the Library -Historical Commission for a determination of eligibility. For the purpose of determining historical significance, any structure built prior to 1940 is presumed to be potentially significant. An application for a demolition permit may be denied by the Building Official if the issuance of the permit would result in the destruction in whole or part of a historical resource. 104.3 Notices and orders. The Building Official shall issue all necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with this Code. 104.4 Inspections. The Building Official shall make all of the required inspections, or the Building Official shall have the authority to accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The Building Official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon unusual technical issues that arise. 104.5 Identification. The Building Official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this Code. 104.6 Right of entry. Where ,it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this Code, or where the Building Official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a structure or upon a premises a condition which is contrary to or in violation of this Code which makes the structure or premises unsafe, dangerous or hazardous, the Building Official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect or to perform the duties imposed by this Code, provided that if such structure or premises be occupied that credentials be presented to the occupant and entry requested. If such structure or premises is unoccupied, the Building Official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the Building Official shall have recourse to the remedies provided by law to secure entry. 104.6.1 Right of entry, exigent circumstances emergency procedures. ORDINANCE NO. 2016-014 6