A. The intent of this chapter is to comply with requirements imposed on local governments under Chapter 347, 1995 Laws of Washington (the “Act”). The requirements of the Act and this chapter shall be interpreted to supersede provisions from all other Town ordinances or procedures. Any applicant or other person who claims damages against the Town due to failure to follow the provisions of the Act or this chapter shall demonstrate timely filing of a request for administrative interpretation as provided in Section 14A.04.020 and 14A.04.030.

B. It is expressly the purpose of this chapter to provide for and promote the health, safety and welfare of the general public and not to create or otherwise establish or designate any particular class or group of persons who will or should be especially protected or benefitted by the terms of this chapter.

C. It is the specific intent of this chapter that no provisions nor any term used in this chapter is intended to impose any duty to third parties whatsoever upon the Town or any of its officers or employees.

D. Nothing contained in this chapter is intended nor shall be construed to create or form the basis of any liability on the part of the Town, or its officers, employees or agents, for any injury or damage resulting from any action or inaction on the part of the Town, its officers, employees or agents. (Ord. 01-412 §1 (Exh. 1 (part)), 2001; Ord. 319 §XVII, 1996)