At least five days prior to abatement pursuant to this Chapter, the owner or custodian of the subject dog or cat shall be notified by the Animal Control Officer, in writing, of the problem to be abated and right to a hearing to determine whether grounds exist for such abatement. The notice shall be served by personal delivery or by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested. If the owner requests a hearing prior to abatement, no abatement shall take place until the conclusion of such hearing, except as provided in Section 10.36.030 below. The hearing shall be conducted pursuant to Section 10.36.040.
(32-12/92 § 10.11.020)