Sec. 2-253.16. Applicability

The provisions of this Division shall apply only to construction work within the purview of the building code and laws of the County and the State. Fees paid shall not be refunded for any reason.

A license shall not be required for a person who constructs or builds a building or structure that is designed to be used as a residence or dwelling place for his own or immediate family's use provided such person appears before the board and demonstrates to the board that such contract is for his own use or that of his immediate family. In making the determination, the board shall consider matters such as ownership of the land, length of time land was owned, financial arrangements, as well as other matters which the board determines from their expertise in the building field. Such person shall sign a statement that said work or construction for which the permit is sought will be done for himself or his immediate family. Any person who signs such statement in order to evade the provisions of this Division requiring construction by a licensed contractor, or any person who performs work as a building contractor as defined herein without a license shall be in violation of this Division.