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(2) Alterations or repairs, not exceeding twenty -five percent of the value of an existing building or structure, which are non structural and do not affect any member or part of the building or structure having required fire resistance, may be made with the same materials of which the building or structure is constructed. (3) Exceptions: (A) The installation or replacement of glass in hazardous locations, as specified in Section 2406, shall be as required for new installations. (B) Without limitation to the prescribed percentages, the building official may require reengineering analysis, documentation or inspections to assure the structural integrity or safety of the existing structure. Section 5 -7. Reserved. Section 5 -8. Reserved. Section 5 -9. Reserved. Article 2. Administration and Enforcement. Division 1. Administration. Section 5 -10. Department having jurisdiction. Unless otherwise provided for by law, the department of public works shall have jurisdiction over and administer all matters covered by this code. Section 5 -11. Duties of the Administrative Authority. The administrative authority shall maintain public office hours necessary to efficiently administer the provisions of this code and amendments thereto and shall perform the following duties: (1) Shall enforce the provisions of this code and shall have authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code. Such policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code; (2) Require submission of, examine, and check plans and specifications, drawings, descriptions, and diagrams necessary to show clearly the character, kind, and extent of work covered by applications for a permit, and upon approval, shall issue the permit applied for; Administer and enforce the provisions of this code in a manner consistent with the intent thereof and shall inspect all plumbing and drainage work authorized by any permit to assure compliance with provisions of this code or amendments thereto, approving or condemning said work in whole or in part as conditions require; (4) Issue upon request a certificate of approval for any work approved by the administrative authority; Condemn and reject all work done or being done or materials used or being used which do not in all respects comply with the provisions of this code and amendments thereto; (6) Order changes in workmanship and materials essential to obtain compliance with all provisions of this code; Investigate any construction or work regulated by this code and issue such notices and orders as provided in this code; and Keep a complete record of all essential transactions. (3) (5) (7) (8) 3