78-3. Intent; Jurisdiction; Liability.
- It is the intent of this article to prescribe regulations consistent with nationally recognized good practice for the safeguarding of life and property within the unincorporated limits of Henderson County from the hazards of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from hazardous conditions in the use or occupancy of buildings or premises.
- These regulations shall also be controlling within the corporate limits of any municipality within Henderson County upon request by resolution from the governing body of the municipality and upon approval of the Board of County Commissioners by resolution or contract.
- This article shall not be construed to hold the County responsible for any damage to persons or property by reason of the inspection or reinspection authorized herein or failure to inspect or reinspect or the permits issued or denied as herein provided or by reason of the approval or disapproval of any equipment authorized herein.
