(a) Any person, firm, association, partnership, corporation or entity violating the provisions of this chapter or failing to comply with a duly authorized order issued pursuant to this chapter shall be deemed to be responsible for a municipal civil infraction as defined by state statute, which shall be punishable by a civil fine of not more than $500.
(b) Any violator of this chapter shall be liable to the city for any and all costs and expenses, direct or indirect, incurred by the city in connection with the municipal infraction. Such costs shall be determined by the city. Such costs may include, but are not limited to, the actual costs incurred for fighting the fire, damages to third parties, attorney fees, court actions or other related costs or damages. The city shall have the right to proceed in any court of competent jurisdiction for the purpose of obtaining an injunction, restraining order or other appropriate remedy to compel compliance with this chapter.
(c) Each day that a violation of this chapter exists shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter.
(Ord. 2105-01, passed 5-12-2021)