It is unlawful for a person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert or demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building, structure or building service equipment or cause or permit the same to be done in violation of this code and the Specialty Codes. The penalty for any such violations shall be in an amount of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for each offense or, in the case of a continuing offense, not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for each day of the offense. (Prior code § 9.205)