The provisions of the construction codes are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by the construction codes, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of the construction codes, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in the construction codes in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety. (Added by Amended Ord. 14-060, Aug. 27, 2014, Eff date Sept. 13, 2014).