Notice of Violation from Code Enforcement

[Sergio Gutierrez]

Hi all,

I received a notice of violation for adding on to the side of my home. Everything was done by myself and everything follows city guidelines. I needed to get the addition done right away for my mother to move in due to an unexpected death, so I planned on getting the permit done within the year or so. I have stopped construction indefinitely and contacted the buildings department and was quoted a total of 16k in permit fees. Now I don't have this kind of money for permit fees because when I initially spoke with a city rep, they mentioned fees being close to 4k. 

Will I continue to be pestered by the city and code enforcement even if i stopped all construction. Everything is basically done so I'm wondering if laying low is an option or will I soon face some type of fine.  I want to know your input before contacting the city myself.