WHAT DO I DO TO RESOLVE A BUILDING CODE VIOLATION IF THE PREVIOUS OWNER CREATED THE PROBLEM?
Building code violations are like taxes – they run with the land. Unfortunately, if a buyer does not check with the Building Department for outstanding violations, the buyer assumes the responsibility for curing the violations once he/she takes title of the property. However, the seller should disclose all outstanding building code issues to potential buyers once the seller is aware a violation exists. The current property owner is the responsible party for complying with applicable code requirements. There is no statute of limitation for work done without a permit. [NOTE: A title search does not reveal building code violations because violations are not recorded].
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