It shall be the duty of the owner, or person occupying or controlling any lot, place or area in the city which has been declared a nuisance as provided herein, within fifteen (15) days of posting, mailing or personal service of the nuisance abatement notice to remove the nuisance. Upon the failure, neglect or refusal of any owner or occupant so notified to remove the nuisance, the city may cause legal action to be taken. (Ord. 1045 § 1, 2009)