(a) Any person violating the provisions of this chapter may be assessed a civil penalty of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each violation, recoverable with costs. Each day that the violation continues constitutes a separate violation, and penalties shall be cumulative.
(b) In addition, the Municipality, may institute injunctive, mandamus or any other appropriate action or proceeding at law or in equity for the enforcement of this chapter. Any court of competent jurisdiction shall have the right to issue restraining orders, temporary or permanent injunctions, mandamus or other appropriate forms of remedy or relief.
(c) The cost of removal, fine, and penalties hereinabove mentioned may be entered by the Municipality as a lien against such property, or properties of individual members of a Property Owners Association, in accordance with existing provisions of law.
(d) If the Municipality determines at any time that any permanent storm water management facility has been eliminated, altered, or improperly maintained, the Municipality shall advise the responsible party of required corrective measures, and shall provide said responsible party with a specific period to implement the required corrective measures. If such action is not taken by the property owner, the Municipality may cause the work to be done and back-charge all costs to the property owners in accordance with this chapter.
(Ord. 2458. Passed 11-15-10.)