This chapter shall not apply to actions undertaken by any persons pursuant to an order issued pursuant to other ordinances or laws for the purpose of remedying conditions determined to be unsafe or dangerous to the life, health or property of any person.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent the ordinary maintenance and repair of any exterior architectural features of a designated landmark or property within an historic district with like materials of similar quality which does not involve a change in design, material, or outward appearance.