(A) A person who violates any provision of this chapter commits an ordinance violation, which:
(1) For the first violation, is a class C ordinance violation, which carries a fine of up to $500; and
(2) For the second and any subsequent violation, is a class B ordinance violation, which carries a fine of $500 to $1,000.
(B) Each day after the expiration of the time limit for abating insanitary conditions or completing improvements to abate such conditions as ordered by the Health Department, shall constitute a distinct and separate violation.
(C) In addition to the penalties described above, the Department may seek injunctive relief and all the remedies available in a court of equity.
(D) In addition to the penalties described above, any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be liable for the costs of litigation, including, but not limited to, attorney fees, deposition fees, the costs of expert witnesses, lab testing expenses, and court costs.
(Ord. 1992-1, passed 5-6-1992)