(a) Notice to Person Responsible. Whenever the code official determines that there has been a violation of this code other than under the Ohio Building Code or has grounds to believe that a violation has occurred, notice shall be given in the manner prescribed in this section to the person responsible for the violation.
(b) Form. Such notice prescribed in subsection (a) shall be in accordance with all of the following:
(1) Be in writing.
(2) Includes a description of the real estate sufficient for identification.
(3) Include a statement of the violation or violations and why the notice is being issued.
(4) Includes a correction order allowing a reasonable time to make the repairs and improvements required to bring the dwelling unit or structure into compliance with the provisions of this code.
(5) Inform the property owner of the right to appeal.
(6) Include a statement of the right of the City to file a lien in accordance with Section 1303.11.
(c) Method of Service. Such notice shall be deemed to be properly served if a copy thereof is:
(1) Delivered personally;
(2) Sent by certified or first-class mail addressed to the last known address; or
(3) If the notice is returned showing that the letter was not delivered, a copy thereof shall be posted in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice.
(Ord. 35-05. Passed 5-23-05.)