(a) Notice.
(1) An aggrieved property owner may seek relief for abatement of a zoning violation upon showing that the notice requirements of this subsection have been satisfied, unless the Office of Planning and Zoning gives notice to the aggrieved property owner within the time established under this subsection that the Office of Planning and Zoning intends to pursue enforcement remedies.
(2) An aggrieved property owner shall give notice of the zoning violation and of the aggrieved property owner's intent to bring an action under this section by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the owner of record, any tenant, and the Office of Planning and Zoning.
(3) The notice shall specify:
(i) the nature of the alleged zoning violation;
(ii) the location of the property where the zoning violation is allegedly occurring;
(iii) the location of the aggrieved property owner's property;
(iv) the specific relief sought; and
(v) the name and telephone number of the person to contact for additional information.
(4) If the Office of Planning and Zoning intends to pursue enforcement remedies, it shall give notice of its intention to the aggrieved property owner within 60 days of receipt of notice from the aggrieved property owner.
(b) Construction of section. This section may not be construed as granting standing for an action challenging any zoning application or approval.
(Bill No. 4-05; Bill No. 65-17)