(A) Flood hazards are reduced by compliance with the provisions of this chapter. Accordingly, enforcement of this chapter discourages noncompliance and is a recognized mechanism for flood hazard reduction.
(B) The Floodplain Administrator must enforce the provisions of this chapter and is authorized to:
(1) Issue cease and desist orders on noncompliant floodplain development projects;
(2) Issue citations for noncompliance;
(3) Request that FEMA file a 1316 Action (Denial of Flood Insurance) against noncompliant properties; and
(4) Take any other lawful action necessary to prevent or remedy any instance of noncompliance with the provisions of this chapter.
(C) It is a misdemeanor to violate or fail to comply with any provision of this chapter.
(D) Any person found, in a court of competent jurisdiction, guilty of violating this chapter is subject to fines of not more than $500 per day for each violation. In addition, the defendant is subject to payment of all associated court costs and costs involved in the case.
(Ord. 90-2, passed 7-2-1990; Am. Ord. 2006.20, passed 8-14-2006)