(A) If a violation is not resolved within the time period stated in the written notice of violation, the person deemed to be in violation shall be subject to a fine not exceeding $500 for each offense. Each and every day such violation continues shall be deemed to constitute a separate offense.
(B) A reinspection fee shall also be charged at each subsequent inspection to the person, firm, or corporation deemed to be in violation.
(C) The city may, at its sole discretion, perform the actions necessary to correct the problem identified in the written notice of violation. Costs for such work, an administration fee, and any necessary additional fees shall be charged to the person deemed to be in violation. Stop work orders may be issued until the total amount of charges, including violation fines and reinspection fees, have been paid to the city.
(D) It shall be unlawful for any person in possession of any premises to refuse to allow the city or designated contractor to enter upon the premises for the purposes set forth above.
(Ord. 101221B, passed 12-21-2010)