How long do I have to fix it?

Typically commonly 30–90 days; emergency orders can be days. The date printed on YOUR notice is the one that matters; many cities grant extensions if you show progress before the deadline.

What happens if I ignore it?

Fines repeat and grow, cases escalate to hearings, and unpaid abatement costs typically become a lien on the property. Starting the fix before the deadline usually stops the meter.

For homeowners · plain English

Got a roof in disrepair violation?

Missing shingles, sagging decking, holes, or chronic leaks cited under property-maintenance or unsafe-structure code.

Typical fines

$200–$2,000+; unsafe-structure escalation can lead to condemnation in extreme cases

Typical deadline

commonly 30–90 days; emergency orders can be days — your notice controls.

How to close the case

Most cited roof work needs a permitted repair by a licensed roofer, then re-inspection. Tarping may buy time on an emergency order but rarely closes the case.

General information, not legal advice. Your notice and your city's municipal code control.

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