§ 16-11. Liability for damages.

The code shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsibility of any party owning, operating, renting, leasing or using any building or structure or erecting, altering, removing or demolishing any building or structure for damages to person or persons or property caused by a defect or mismanagement therein, nor shall the Town of Brookhaven be held as assuming any such liability by reason of the inspection authorized therein or certificate or permit of approval issued or endorsed as herein provided.