The following penalties and remedies shall be applicable to violations of this chapter.
(a) Penalties.
(1) Failure to perform any action required by this chapter or performance of any action, which is prohibited by this chapter, shall constitute a violation hereof. Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to a fine in the amount set forth by the Board of Commissioners in the fee resolution for each offense plus court costs, including reasonable attorney fees incurred as a result thereof, or in default of payment of the fine, imprisonment not exceeding 90 days. Each day that a violation continues shall constitute a separate violation. All fines collected shall be deposited into the Township General Fund.
(2) At the discretion of the Board, these funds may be used for historic preservation to further the achievement of the purpose described in subsection (b) below.
(b) Remedies.
(1) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) above, any person who demolishes a building or structure in violation of the provisions of this chapter, or in violation of any conditions or requirements specified in a permit issued pursuant to this chapter, may be required to restore and/or relocate the building or structure involved to its appearance and/or location prior to the violation. Such restoration and/or relocation may be in addition to, and not in lieu of, any penalty or remedy available under this chapter or any other applicable law.
(2) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) above, in the event any building or structure is demolished in violation of this chapter, the Board may institute appropriate proceedings in any court of competent jurisdiction to prevent or remedy such unlawful demolition.
(Ord. 829, passed 9-21-2005)