What is a stop work order?
Chapter 1, Section 114.1: Authority - Whenever the building official finds any work regulated by this code being performed in a manner either contrary to the provisions of this code or dangerous or unsafe, the building official is authorized to issue a stop work order.

Chapter 1, Section 114.2: Issuance - The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property involved, or to the owner’s agent, or to the person doing the work. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall state the reason for the order, and the conditions under which the cited work will be permitted to resume.

Chapter 1, Section 114.3: Unlawful Continuance - Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law.

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1. Why do I need a building permit?
2. What types of work need a building permit?
3. How do I get a Building Permit?
4. What are the contractor requirements?
5. What are the requirements for owner-builders?
6. What is the permit intake and processing?
7. What is a stop work order?