(a) Prosecution of Violation. Any person, firm, or corporation that is in conflict of this code or fails to comply with a notice of violation or order shall be deemed guilty of a first degree misdemeanor. If the notice of violation is not complied with, the code official shall institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to restrain, correct or abate such violation, or to require the removal or termination of the unlawful occupancy of the structure in violation of the provisions of this code or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto. Any action taken by the authority having jurisdiction on such premises may be charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located and shall be a lien upon such real estate.
(b) Ohio Building Code Violations. Violations of the Ohio Building Code shall be governed by the rules and regulations prescribed in said code.
(Ord. 35-05. Passed 5-23-05.)