A. Any permit required by this code may be issued to any person to do any work regulated by this code in a single-family dwelling used exclusively for living purposes, including the usual accessory buildings and quarters in connection with such buildings, provided the person is the bona fide owner of such dwelling and that the same will be occupied by the owner.

B. No person shall apply for a second permit under this exemption within a 12-month period for purposes of new construction. [Ord. 88-18-O §8, 1988. Formerly §15.08.040].