(A) If the recipient of the notice of violation believes he or she has received the notice in error, or believes he or she is not in violation of this chapter, the recipient is entitled to appear at the hearing before the Property Maintenance Hearing Authority to present evidence and arguments as to why the notice of violation was issued in error or a penalty should not be assessed.
(B) The Hearing Authority may affirm, modify, or rescind the notice of violation.
(C) If the notice of violation is affirmed or modified by the Hearing Authority, the recipient has the right, pursuant to I.C. 36-7-9-8, to appeal the Hearing Authority’s decision by filing a verified complaint, including the findings of fact and the action taken by the Hearing Authority, with the County Circuit Court within 14 calendar days after the date when the action was taken.
(D) If the County Board of Commissioners designates a third party as the Hearing Authority, said Hearing Authority will issue a report, with all supporting evidence, to the Board within 14 calendar days.
(Ord. 2019-01, passed 3-18-2019)