(A) Municipal civil infraction. Municipal civil infraction violations of this chapter shall be municipal civil infractions related to the use or occupancy of land with violations punishable by a civil fine of up to $500, plus costs, all of which shall be established and enforceable as provided in Public Act 12 of 1994, being M.C.L.A. §§ 600.8701 et seq., as amended. In addition, a person determined to be responsible shall pay damages and expenses incurred by the village in responding to a violation, including any costs in securing or placing a structure or property in a safe condition.
(B) Separate offenses. Each occurrence of a violation, and each day a violation exists, shall constitute a separate offense.
(C) Injunctive relief. Violations of this chapter are considered to be a nuisance per se, with such violations and correction of any conditions resulting from violations, subject to abatement by and injunctive or other appropriate order of a court of competent jurisdiction.
(D) Election of remedies. Violations of this chapter subject the violator to village enforcement through one or more of the remedies provided in this subchapter, and the election by the village to pursue one form or remedy does not waive or restrict the village’s option to pursue other remedies at the same or later time.
(E) Enforcement. This chapter may be enforced by the Building Official, Clerk and officers of the Franklin-Bingham Police Department.
(Ord. 165A, passed 7-24-00)