(A) Any person who violates the provisions of this subchapter shall be guilty of an infraction, punishable by a fine of not more than the following:
(1) First offense: up to $250;
(2) Second offense within two years: up to $500;
(3) Third offense within two years: up to $1,000; and
(4) Fourth and subsequent offenses within two years: up to $2,500.
(B) A separate offense shall be deemed committed upon each day during or on which the violation occurs or continues.
(C) The payment of a penalty for the violation of any provision of this subchapter shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue. Nor shall such payment be held to prevent the enforced correction of the prohibited conditions by the court in which any complaint based on these sections shall be filed, or by separate action as provided for herein.
(D) In addition to any penalties provided for herein, the town shall have the right to enforce compliance with the code, to enjoin the acts in violation of the code by filing the necessary actions for injunctive relief, or to collect unpaid fines. The town shall further be entitled to recover the costs of prosecuting the suit, which costs shall include attorney fees or other necessary expenses.
(E) Violations of any of the sections may be brought by the town or its authorized agent on a form complaint and summons.
(Ord. 2021-04, passed 4-8-2021)