What are the typical consequences of non-compliance beyond further orders?

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When a property standards order isn’t followed, enforcement moves from instructing to ensuring compliance. The typical consequences are monetary: penalties or fines, plus recovery of costs the municipality incurs to enforce the order (such as inspection, notice, and remedial work). If non-compliance continues, the municipality can take court action to enforce the order, which may lead to a court-ordered remedy or additional penalties. This reflects the formal process for compelling compliance and recovering enforcement costs. Actions like relocating residents or seizing property without due process aren’t standard outcomes; due process protections govern any serious enforcement steps, and monetary penalties plus court enforcement are the usual tools.