What is an Order to Remedy and what should it require of the owner or occupant?

• A. A formal directive to correct specified defects or hazards within a set timeframe, including steps to achieve compliance.
• B. A request to attend a meeting to discuss the issue.
• C. A notice to vacate the premises.
• D. A summary of past inspections with no deadlines.

Answer: (A)

An Order to Remedy is a formal, enforceable directive issued by a property standards officer that compels the owner or occupant to fix specific defects or hazards identified during an inspection. It spells out exactly what must be corrected, provides the steps needed to achieve compliance, and sets a clear deadline for completing the work. It may also specify who may carry out the work, require access for follow-up inspections, and outline consequences if the order isn’t complied with (such as further enforcement actions or municipal work at the owner’s expense).

This is the best answer because it captures the essential elements of an Order to Remedy: a concrete list of defects, concrete actions to cure them, a defined timeframe, and enforceability. The other options do not describe a binding corrective directive with deadlines and steps to achieve compliance.