In enforcing this subchapter, the village will follow this procedure.
(A) For buildings and structures:
(1) When the Code Official determines a violation has occurred or has grounds to believe so, notice is to be sent pursuant to § 150.99(B) to the property owner/occupant.
(2) The Code Official gives notice of violation in writing, including:
(a) Description of the real estate;
(b) State the nature of the violation(s) and ordinance violated;
(c) The potential penalties (fines, costs, and fees);
(d) Advise of the opportunity to settle/resolve the matter by paying a minimum fine within 14 calendar days of the date of the citation or notice; and
(e) Attach a corrective order allowing “reasonable time” to make repairs/improvements to bring property into compliance citing applicable code provisions.
(B) (1) These notices are properly served by:
(a) Personal delivery;
(b) Mail by certified mail or first-class mail to the last known address; or
(c) If notice is returned showing the letter was not delivered, place a copy in a conspicuous place in or about the owner’s premises.
(2) If there is no payment within 14 calendar days of the citation or notice, the matter will be referred to the Village Attorney.
(3) A default in such payment tender shall be forwarded to the Village Attorney.
(C) (1) For all other ordinance violations:
(a) Determine a nuisance exists;
(b) Make a record of the nuisance by taking photos and preparing documentation, including dates;
(c) Prepare the notice and have it served;
(d) Re-inspect after seven calendar days from the date the notice was served;
(e) Make record of re-inspection by taking photos and preparing documentation, including dates; and
(f) Obtain proof of the service of notice.
(2) If there is no compliance, the village may abate the nuisance and document the costs thereof.
(3) The village may send an itemization of costs with demand for payment to the property owner. The village shall advise that non-payment of these costs within 60 calendar days will result in the village filing a lien on the property and possible legal action to foreclose on the lien.
(4) Within 60 calendar days after the abatement if there is no payment for the costs to the village to abate the nuisance, the village may record a lien.
(5) If the lien not satisfied, after a period of time left to the Board, legal action may be authorized to foreclose on the lien.
(Ord. 21-02, passed 7-20-2021)