In any case where a certificate of continuing occupancy is required for any residential structure or dwelling unit pursuant to the Uniform Construction Code, no such certificate shall issue unless and until the enforcement officer has determined to his/her satisfaction that the structure or unit is equipped with a sensor device or devices as required by §
165-28 of this article.
Any owner who sells, leases, rents or otherwise permits to be occupied for residential purposes any premises subject to the provisions of this article, shall when the premises do not comply with the requirements of §
165-28 hereof, or without complying with the inspection and certification requirements of §
165-29 hereof, be subject to the provisions of the Uniform Fire Safety Act, and violations shall be subject to the penalties contained therein. Appeals of any such penalties shall be governed by the procedures set forth under N.J.S.A. 52:27D-206(b).