The city official in charge of sidewalks may require sidewalks of the city to be repaired. Notice to the owners of property upon which the sidewalks in disrepair are located shall require within 48 hours from issuance of notice the owners to make arrangements to have the sidewalk repaired. The repairs shall be completed within 21 days after issuance of the notice. No special assessment shall be levied against the property unless the owner shall neglect or refuse to repair within the time prescribed and in the event that the owner fails to repair, the city shall cause the repairs to be made and assess the property owner the expense of the repairs.
(1973 Code, § 8-205)