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Commission shall apply equally to new and existing buildings and conditions with the following exceptions: (a) Existing conditions which do not constitute a distinct hazard to life or property. (b) The transportation of any articles or substance under the jurisdiction of and in compliance with the regulations prescribed by the military forces of the United States. 2. Buildings built under and in full compliance with the building and fire safety laws and rules in force at the time of construc-tion or alteration thereof, and that have been properly maintained and used for such use as originally permitted, shall be exempt from the requirements of this code pertaining to any of the following matters: (a) Fire protection of structural elements. (b) Exits required, except as provided for existing buildings under this code. (c) Isolation of hazardous operations and mixed uses; provided, however, that the Fire Chief shall require the installation of fire safety devices or systems (fire extinguishers, fire alarms, fire detection devices, or similar systems) where they are necessary to provide safety to life. In lieu of requiring the installation of safety devices or systems or when necessary to secure safety in addition thereto, the Fire Chief shall prescribe limitations on the handling and storage of materials or substances or upon operations that are liable to cause fire, contribute to the spread of fire, or endanger life or property. Any orders issued by the Fire Chief to obtain compliance with this subsection shall be governed by the provisions of Indiana Code 36-8-17-9. SECTION IX ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW; APPEALS (1) A person who is aggrieved by an order issued pursuant to this ordinance or under Indiana Code 36-8-17-9, shall have an opportunity to informally discuss the order with the State Fire Marshall, who may modify or reverse the order. -4-