(A) The cost and expense of the destruction or cutting of weeds, tall grass or improperly maintained landscaping shall be a lien upon the real estate superior to all other liens and encumbrances, except tax liens.
(B) Whenever a bill for the cost and expense remains unpaid for 60 days after it has been rendered, the City Clerk shall file in the office of the County Recorder of Deeds or Registrar of Titles a verified notice of lien setting forth:
(1) A legal description of the real estate;
(2) The amount of money representing the cost and expense incurred or payable for the service;
(3) The date or dates when such cost and expense was incurred by the city; and
(4) A notice that the city claims a lien for said amount.
(C) A duplicate original of the notice of lien shall be mailed to the owner of the premises, if known, and, in the event the owner or the owner’s residence is not known, then to a prior lien or encumbrancer or agent of the owner or occupant of the real estate.
(Ord. 2022-032, passed 4-26-2022)