What are the two primary enforceable orders a PSO can issue?

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What are the two primary enforceable orders a PSO can issue?

The key idea is how a PSO compels property owners to fix violations through formal orders. There are two main types they issue. An order to remedy targets the specific by-law violation and requires the owner to take concrete steps to correct it within a set timeframe. It deals with a particular defect or unsafe condition, such as fixing a structural issue, removing an illegal addition, or addressing a nuisance. The emphasis is on curing the contravention itself. An order to comply is broader and focuses on bringing the property into general compliance with the by-law within a specified period. It directs actions to ensure ongoing adherence to standards, not just a single fix. If the owner doesn’t comply, the municipality can pursue penalties, further enforcement, or court action to enforce the order, and, where allowed, recover costs. These two orders cover both curing the specific violation and maintaining ongoing compliance with the by-laws, which is why they are the primary enforcement tools for a PSO. Other orders (like demolition, vacancy, or punitive fines) can occur in particular situations, but they aren’t the standard pair used for routine enforcement.

The key idea is how a PSO compels property owners to fix violations through formal orders. There are two main types they issue.

An order to remedy targets the specific by-law violation and requires the owner to take concrete steps to correct it within a set timeframe. It deals with a particular defect or unsafe condition, such as fixing a structural issue, removing an illegal addition, or addressing a nuisance. The emphasis is on curing the contravention itself.

An order to comply is broader and focuses on bringing the property into general compliance with the by-law within a specified period. It directs actions to ensure ongoing adherence to standards, not just a single fix. If the owner doesn’t comply, the municipality can pursue penalties, further enforcement, or court action to enforce the order, and, where allowed, recover costs.

These two orders cover both curing the specific violation and maintaining ongoing compliance with the by-laws, which is why they are the primary enforcement tools for a PSO. Other orders (like demolition, vacancy, or punitive fines) can occur in particular situations, but they aren’t the standard pair used for routine enforcement.

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