(a) Unlawful Action. It shall be unlawful for any builder, general contractor, owner or tenant of any building or premises where anything in violation of the Building Code is placed, to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure in the jurisdiction or cause or permit the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter. Occupancy of any building shall not be taken until a certificate of use and occupancy has been issued by the Building Department.
(b) Violations. It is hereby declared that a violation of this chapter constitutes a public nuisance, and in addition to any other remedies provided under this chapter for its enforcement, the Village may bring a civil suit to enjoin the violation of any provisions of this chapter. When the Building Official finds that work or equipment is contrary to any provision of this chapter, he shall cause notice to be served in writing to the owner of said building, or to his agent, and to any building or general contractor involved. The notice shall state where and in what respect the work or equipment does not conform to this chapter, what permits have not been obtained and specify a reasonable period of time in which to conform.
(c) Strict Liability. The failure to comply with any of the provisions of this chapter and any violations of such provisions shall be deemed to be a strict liability offense.
(d) Penalty. The penalty for starting a project without first obtaining the proper permit will be as follows:
(1) First violation. An additional one hundred dollar ($100.00) fee or double permit charge whichever is greater.
(2) Second violation. Shall constitute an unspecified misdemeanor and shall be subject to the payment of an additional one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine or double permit charge whichever is greater.
(3) Third violation. Shall constitute an unspecified misdemeanor and shall be subject to a payment of an additional one hundred dollar ($100.00) fine or double permit charge whichever is greater and suspension of the contractor’