In addition to the actions authorized by other sections of this chapter, whenever a dangerous building, structure, or any part thereof, is in such a condition that it is an immediate and continuing hazard and when a slower method of abating the danger would be inadequate to preserve the public health, safety or welfare, the Fire Chief, or any other municipal official whose duty it is to investigate fires may make the investigations authorized by Illinois Compiled Statutes, and in concurrence with the City Manager, City Attorney, Police Chief and Director of Community Development or their designees. If such officer shall find that any building or structure is so occupied or situated is an immediate and continuing hazard as to endanger persons or property, or by reasons of faulty construction, age, lack of repair or for any other cause, is especially liable to fire, or is liable to cause injury by collapsing or otherwise, they shall order the dangerous condition removed or remedied, and shall so notify the owner or occupant of the premises. Service of such notice shall be in accordance with ILCS Ch. 65, Act 5, § 11-31-1(e) as now in force and hereafter amended.
(Ord. 23-3720, passed 12-18-2023)