(A) All complaints alleging the existence of a violation of one or more of the Codes shall be filed with the Department.
(B) The Department shall promptly investigate any complaints received and may independently investigate any alleged violation and make a written report of the findings, which shall include a determination as to the existence of a violation. Such report shall also include photographs, when practicable, of any violations determined to be present by the Department.
(C) Citation/Notice to Appear. Whenever the Department determines that there has been a violation of one or more of the Codes or has reason to believe that a violation has occurred, a citation/notice to appear shall be issued to any Responsible Party and any other person who may be found to be responsible for the violation.
(Ord. 8212, passed 11-20-01; Am. Ord. 8586, passed 5-6-08; Am. Ord. 9048, passed 4-19-16)