(a) When the Municipality finds that work or equipment is contrary to this chapter, approved plans therefor or the Ohio Building Code, notice in writing shall be sent to the owner of such building or structure or his agent. The notice shall state where and in what respect the work or equipment does not conform to such lawful requirements and specify a reasonable period of time in which to conform. (OAC 4101:2-1-34)
(b) Prior to enforcement of this chapter by any civil or criminal remedy, the Municipality shall issue an adjudication order within the meaning of Ohio R.C. 119.06 to 119.13 and Ohio Administrative Code 4101:2-1-35, or a stop work order as provided in OAC 4101:2-1-36. Failure to cease work after receipt of an adjudication order is a violation of this chapter pending completion of appeal as provided in Ohio R.C. 3781.19, and failure to cease work after receipt of a stop work order is a violation of this chapter and is hereby declared a public nuisance pending completion of appeal as provided in Ohio R.C. 3781.19.
(Ord. 125-2001. Passed 12-13-01.)