Whenever there exists overhanging branches of trees, hedges, shrubs, or weeds on the public ways of the city or on private property adjacent thereto, which in the opinion of the Code Enforcement Officer, the Mayor or his or her designee creates a hazard, unsightly conditions, or a nuisance, the Code Enforcement Officer, the Mayor or his or her designee may order the removal of the same by giving the owner of property abutting said public way written notice to remove said branches, hedges, shrubs, or weeds within 15 days from receipt thereof, and if said notice is not complied with within said time, then the legislative body may have the same removed at the expense of such property owner.
(1996 Code, § 11-5.01) (Ord. 008, Series 2002, passed 11-18-2002)