Legal Aspects of Code Administration: Negligent Wrongdoing (Self-Paced)

This course provides building officials, inspectors, and code enforcement personnel with a foundational understanding of the legal principles that govern their responsibilities. Through the study of administrative, constitutional, property, and tort law, participants will gain practical knowledge of how legal frameworks support the effective and lawful enforcement of building codes. Key topics include permit issuance, inspections, citizen complaints, appeals procedures, search and seizure, due process, liability, and immunity. Emphasis is placed on understanding the legal rights and limitations of both the enforcer and the public to ensure code compliance while minimizing legal risk.