What can be an immediate consequence of non-compliance with an inspector's order regarding building occupancy?

When an inspector issues an order regarding building occupancy, it is usually based on safety, code compliance, or health regulations. If there is non-compliance with this order, one of the most immediate consequences is that the use or occupancy of the building may be prohibited. This is often a critical protection measure to ensure that people do not occupy spaces that could pose dangers due to structural issues, fire hazards, or violations of building codes.

Prohibiting occupancy directly addresses the health and safety risks presented by a building that does not comply with the stated orders, making it an immediate action that can be enforced. Other options, such as declaring the building a historical site, increasing property taxes, or facing criminal charges, are not typically immediate consequences in response to non-compliance with orders related to occupancy. Instead, they involve separate legal processes or considerations that may not be as direct or urgent as prohibiting occupancy.