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Every lot and every structure and the premises or part of the premises
on which it is situated shall comply with the provisions of this code,
whether or not any such structure shall have been constructed, altered
or repaired before or after the enactment of this code, and irrespective
of any permits or licenses which may have been issued for the use
or occupancy of such structure or for the installation or repair of
equipment or facilities prior to the effective date of this code.
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In any case where the provisions of this code impose a higher or
stricter standard than set forth in any other ordinance or regulation
of the Township or under the laws or regulations of the State of New
Jersey or any of its agencies, then the standards as set forth herein
shall prevail; but if the provisions of this code impose a lower or
lesser standard than any other regulation or ordinance of the Township
or the laws and regulations of the State of New Jersey or any of its
agencies, then the higher standard contained in any such other ordinance,
regulation or law shall prevail.
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Compliance with this code shall not constitute a defense against
any violation of any other ordinance of the Township applicable to
any structure or premises, nor shall any one act of compliance constitute
a defense against any subsequent or other violation of this code.
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Every owner, operator or occupant shall comply with all of the requirements
of this chapter. No owner or operator shall be relieved of any duty,
obligation or responsibility hereunder, nor be entitled to assert
as a defense against any charge made against any owner for violation
of this code the fact that another owner, operator or any other third
person or entity is also responsible and in violation thereof.
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Any alterations to buildings, structures or appurtenances thereto
or changes of use therein which may be caused directly or indirectly
by the enforcement of this code shall be done in accordance with all
applicable sections of the Building Code of the Township and the State
Uniform Construction Code.[1]
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Nothing contained in this code or any requirement of compliance herewith
shall be deemed to alter, impair or affect the application of any
and all applicable governmental health regulations, be they state,
county or municipal.
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Nothing in this code shall be deemed to abolish or impair existing
remedies of the Township or its officers or agencies relating to the
removal or demolition of any buildings or structures which are deemed
to be dangerous, unsafe or unsanitary.
