14-5-10: FINDINGS, DECISION, AND ORDER:
At the conclusion of a hearing, the hearing officer shall make a determination on the basis of the relevant and competent evidence presented at the hearing whether or not a building code violation or nuisance exists. The determination shall be in writing and shall be designated as findings, decision and order. The findings, decision and order shall include the hearing officer's findings of fact, a decision whether or not a building code violation or nuisance exists based upon the findings of fact, and an order. If a violation or nuisance is found, the order may impose a fine, direct the defendant to correct the violation or abate the nuisance and/or impose such other sanction as may be appropriate as allowed by law consistent with City ordinances. If a violation or nuisance is not found, the order shall include a statement to that effect and dismiss the case, in the event a violation or nuisance is not proved. A copy of the findings, decision and order shall be served on the owner within five (5) days after they are issued by first class mail. (Ord. 21-0109, 1-11-2021)