§ 4103.12. Alternate materials and construction.
(A)
The provisions of this Building Code are not intended to prevent the use of any material or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this Building Code, provided any such alternate has been approved.
(B)
The building official may approve any such alternate provided he finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the provisions for alternative materials as provided for in the adopted building codes.
(C)
The review of alternate materials and construction for use in any building regulated by the OBC may be submitted to the Ohio Board of Building Appeals for that Boards approval and determination that the proposed material or method of construction is at least equivalent to that prescribed in the OBC or for granting a variance for its use.
(D)
The Building Official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate any claim that may be made regarding its use. Tests as proof of compliance may be required to be made at the expense of the owner or his agent by an approved agency. Copies of the results of all such tests affecting buildings shall be kept on file in the Office of the Building Official. Any person adversely affected by the refusal of the Building Official to grant an approval authorized by this section may appeal to the Building Commission in the manner provided in CC. 4107.05.
(Ord. 2121-94; Ord. No. 1443-2009, § 2, 11-16-2009)