(A) When the Solid Waste Coordinator determines that there has been a violation of this chapter or has grounds to believe that a violation occurred, notice shall be given in the manner prescribed in this section to the person responsible for the violation as specified in this chapter. Notices for condemnation procedures shall also comply with this section.
(B) Form. Such notice shall comply with all of the following:
(1) Be in writing;
(2) Include a description of the real estate sufficient for identification;
(3) Include a statement of the violation or violations and why the notice is being issued;
(4) Include a correction order allowing a reasonable time (at least seven days) to make the repairs and improvements required to bring the dwelling unit or structure into compliance with the provisions of this chapter;
(5) Include a statement that if the owner, occupant, or agent cannot complete the repairs in the time specified, then the owner, occupant or agent should contact the Solid Waste Coordinator to discuss a possible extension of time in which to comply;
(6) Inform the property owner or owner's authorized agent of the right to appeal; and
(7) Include a statement that the Solid Waste Coordinator may file a lien upon the real estate as provided in § 93.09.
(C) Method of service. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served if a copy is:
(1) Delivered personally;
(2) Sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and addressed to the last known address; or
(3) If the notice is returned showing that the letter was not delivered, a copy shall be posted in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice.
(D) Unauthorized tampering. No person shall mutilate, destroy, or tamper with or remove without authorization from the Solid Waste Coordinator any signs, tags or seals posted or affixed by the Solid Waste Coordinator.
(Ord. KOC 1-2016, passed 2-8-2016)