A. Violations. It shall be unlawful to erect, construct, reconstruct, alter, maintain, or use any building or structure or to use any land in violation of the provisions of Title 17 or any amendment thereof.  Any person, firm, or corporation, either as owner, lessee, occupant, or otherwise, who violates any of the provisions of Title 17 or any amendment thereof shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
   B. Penalties. The violation of any provision of Title 17 shall be punishable as provided by law. Each day or portion thereof, any violation of any provisions of Title 17 shall continue shall constitute a separate offense.