A. A certificate of occupancy shall be obtained from the building official before any building, structure, or premises may be occupied and prior to the establishment, relocation or transformation of a use. Single-family homes and duplexes are exempt from this requirement unless such structure is nonconforming.

B. The director, or authorized representative, shall not give final approval for any aspects of a certificate of occupancy for which he or she has authority unless all the provisions of this title or other conditions imposed have been completed and satisfied or a means of completion has been approved by the city attorney.

C. Upon written request of the property owner, the building official shall, after inspection of the premises, issue a certificate of occupancy if he finds the buildings and use in conformance with the provisions of this title and building code. A certificate of occupancy shall be issued for all lawful nonconforming uses and buildings, and such certificate shall indicate the manner that such use or building does not comply with this title. A copy of all certificates of occupancy shall be kept on file in the office of the building official. [Ord. 9024, 1982].