A. It is unlawful to use or occupy or permit the use or occupancy of any building and/or premises, or part thereof created, erected, modified, altered or enlarged, in its use or structure, until a certificate of occupancy has been issued by the building official, stating that the proposed use of the building or land conforms to the requirements of this title and the provisions of the International Codes as adopted by section 15.04.010 of this code.
B. A temporary certificate of occupancy may be issued by the building official for the period of construction, alterations, or partial occupancy of a building, pending its completion; provided that such portion or portions of the work covered by the permit shall be occupied safely.
C. Failure to obtain a certificate of occupancy shall be a violation of this title and punishable under provision of this title. (Ord. 877 (part), 2023; Ord. 827 (part), 2019; Ord. 786 (part), 2017; Ord. 557, 2002)