If the administrator finds any activity regulated by this title being performed in a manner contrary to the provisions of this title, the administrator or designee may issue a stop work order.
A. Written Order; Notification: The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be posted on the premises where the activity is occurring or given to the owner of the property involved, or to the owner's agent, or to any person performing the work. Written notice shall also be provided by the city by certified mail to the landowner at the address shown on the county assessor's tax rolls. On issuance of a stop work order, the cited activity shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall state the reason for the order, and the conditions under which the cited activity will be permitted to resume.
B. Unlawful Continuance: Any person who continues to work or perform an activity after having been served with a stop work order, without express written authorization of the administrator, or designee, shall be subject to the penalties as prescribed by this title. (Ord. 146, 9-22-2016)