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The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this Code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this Code, the San Leandro Existing Building Code or the San Leandro Fire Code, or as is deemed necessary by the Building Official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public. SECTION 103 DIVISION OF BUILDING AND SAFETY 103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Division of Building and Safety is hereby created and the official in charge thereof shall be known as the Building Official. 103.2 Appointment. The Building Official shall be appointed by the City Manager. 103.3 Deputies. In accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction and with the concurrence of the appointing authority, the Building Official shall have the authority to appoint a Deputy Building Official, the related technical officers, inspectors, plan examiners and other employees. Such employees shall have powers as delegated by the Building Official. SECTION 104 DUTIES AND POWERS OF BUILDING OFFICIAL 104.1 General. The Building Official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of this Code. The Building Official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this Code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this Code. Such policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this Code. 104.2 Applications and permits. In order to verify compliance with any applicable laws the Building Official shall receive applications, review construction documents and issue permits for the erection, and alteration, demolition and moving of buildings and structures, inspect the premises for