There shall be a Department of Buildings, the head of which shall be the Building Inspector.
The Department of Buildings shall have the power to enforce such laws, local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations as may govern the construction, alteration, maintenance, removal, demolition, use, occupancy, safety, sanitary conditions, mechanical equipment and inspection of buildings, structures or premises in the city; and perform such other duties as may be prescribed by law, the Council or City Manager.