(A) The Building Commissioner or his authorized representative is empowered to issue an order forbidding the occupancy of any structure or part of any structure, if:
(1) The structure or applicable part of the structure is unoccupied.
(2) Some construction activity for which a building permit is required has been accomplished on the structure or applicable part of the structure within the previous 180 days.
(3) Construction activity on the structure or applicable part of the structure is not yet completed or has occurred in violation of applicable building standards and procedures.
(4) The stage of completion or nature of violation is such that occupation of the structure or applicable part of the structure would pose a significant threat to the health or safety of persons. The order forbidding occupancy shall be in writing specifying whether it is applicable to the entire structure or to only a part of the structure in a conspicuous place and, if conveniently possible, shall be given to the owner of the property or his agent and to any person doing work on the premises. The order forbidding occupancy shall state the conditions under which the structure or part of the structure may be occupied.
(B) This sanction shall in no way limit the operation of penalties provided elsewhere in this chapter.
(Ord. 29-1977, passed 10-17-77)