If any use or structure authorized by this chapter is abandoned, or by lack of use or neglect is permitted to become offensive or unsightly, either on public or private property, it shall be restored to its original condition by the owner or removed pursuant to order of the City Council if found to be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, and the costs of such restoration or removal shall be borne by the owner of the property, and may be assessed against the property if removed by the city. Non-use for a period of 12 months shall be presumptive evidence of abandonment, subject to rebuttal by competent evidence.
(Ord. passed 6-9-2020; Ord. passed 4-13-2021; Ord. passed 7-13-2021; Ord. passed 8-16-2022; Ord. passed 10-11-2022) Penalty, see § 156.999