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Preservation Violations and Fines
It is illegal to violate the DC preservation law, just as it is illegal to violate building codes or traffic laws. HPO Inspectors are authorized to stop illegal construction, and may also issue citations for violations of the DC building code. Violations may be subject to significant fines and penalties.
Violations
Violations of the preservation law and DC building code include:
- working without a construction permit
- working beyond the approved scope of a permit
- failure to comply with conditions of a permit
- failure to maintain historic property in good repair, and
- demolition by neglect
Enforcement Action
HPO inspectors may take any of the following enforcement actions as appropriate:
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A Stop Work Order requires construction to cease immediately.
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A Notice of Violation requires the owner or contractor to take corrective action to come into compliance with the law.
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A Notice of Infraction imposes a fine for violation of the law.
Fines and Penalties
Violators of the preservation law and building code are subject to $2,000 civil infraction fines as outlined in DC Municipal Regulations. To read more about details on specific infractions select the link below.
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