§ 21-15-307. CORRECTION OF DEFECTS.

(a)

Authority to issue a notice of correction. The administrative authority may issue a notice requiring that, within a specified amount of time, a licensee shall:

(1)

Remove or replace any materials;

(2)

Correct work which the administrative authority finds to be in violation of the provisions of this title; or

(3)

Make any necessary repairs in accordance with the provisions of this title.

(b)

Authority to make the correction. If the licensee fails or refuses to comply with a notice issued under subsection (a) of this section, the administrative authority may:

(1)

Have defective materials removed or replaced;

(2)

Make provisions for making repairs as the administrative authority considers necessary; and

(3)

Assess the expense of having the work done against the licensee.

(c)

Responsibility. The licensee remains responsible for any work performed by or for the administrative authority under subsection (b) of this section.

(d)

Remedies supplemental. Any remedies or penalties provided in this title are specifically intended to be and are in addition to any other remedies or penalties provided by the laws of the state and the laws of the county.

(1988 Code, § 7-274) (Bill No. 177-95, § 1, 12-28-1995; Bill No. 72-00, § 2, 7-1-2004)