Where there is work in progress that causes or constitutes, in whole or in part, a violation of any provision of this chapter, the city is authorized to issue a stop work order so as to prevent further or continuing violations or adverse effects. All persons to whom the stop work order is directed, or who are involved in any way with the work or matter described in the stop work order, shall fully and promptly comply therewith. The city may also undertake, or cause to be undertaken, any necessary or advisable protective measures so as to prevent violations of this chapter or to avoid or reduce the effects of noncompliance herewith. The cost of any protective measures shall be the responsibility of the owner of the property upon which the work is being done, and the responsibility of any person carrying out or participating in the work, and shall be a lien upon the property.
(Ord. 22-002, passed 4-11-22) Penalty, see § 55.99