1-4A-31: PRESERVATION OF STATUS QUO PENDING HEARING:
Any stop order issued pursuant to section 1-4A-13 of this chapter shall remain in effect until the time of the hearing and any subsequent judicial review. Any additional compliance obligations that may be imposed as the result of a notice to correct, stop order or notice of administrative violation shall also be stayed if a timely request for hearing is filed and until a final decision after the hearing is completed, unless an emergency situation affecting the safety or preservation of life or property exists. The enforcement authority shall provide written justification for invoking an emergency situation exception under this section to the responsible person within twenty four (24) hours of taking the action to correct the emergency situation. (Ord. 1572, 4-24-2001)