(A) Generally. Any person convicted of violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $200 for any one offense, each day constituting a separate offense.
(B) Inspection and right of entry. Whenever they shall have cause to suspect a violation of any provisions of this chapter, or when necessary to investigate an application to, or revocation of a license under any of the procedures prescribed in this chapter, officials for the enforcement or administration of this chapter, or their duly authorized representatives, may enter on any site or into any structure for the purpose of investigation providing they do so in a reasonable manner. If an owner or occupant denies access for an inspection, the city will seek a warrant. No secured building shall be entered without the consent of the owner or occupant unless under authority of a lawful warrant.
(C) Abatement. Any business which is established, operated, moved, altered, enlarged or maintained contrary to the licensing requirements shall be, and is hereby declared to be, unlawful and a public nuisance, and may be abated as such.
(D) Legal proceedings by city. In addition to the enforcement provisions of this chapter, the city may institute additional proceedings, including, but not limited to, seeking injunctive relief to enforce the provisions of this chapter.
(Ord. 438, passed 3-15-2023)