8.04.070: ABATEMENT BY CITY; COSTS:
   A.   If a nuisance is deemed to be an immediate health hazard and exigent circumstances exist, the city may proceed with the removal of the nuisance which is an immediate health hazard, and the cost of the work shall be paid by the owner or occupant or other persons in control of the property.
   B.   Upon the failure, neglect or refusal of any owner or occupant so notified to remove the nuisance as required by court order, the city may proceed with the removal work specified in the notice for removal of such a nuisance, and the cost of the work shall be paid by the owner or occupant or other person in control of the property.
   C.   The expenses of removal by the city of any nuisance found under the provisions of this chapter shall constitute a lien upon the property. (Ord. 1045 § 1, 2009)