The owner of any building or premises or part thereof where anything in violation of this Zoning Code shall be placed or shall illegally exist, and any tenant or occupant of such building or premises, and any architect, builder, or contractor who shall assist in the commission of any such violation, and any person who violates any of the provisions of this Zoning Code or fails to comply therewith shall, for each violation of noncompliance, be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree and fined not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) and imprisoned for not more than six months or both. In addition to or in lieu thereof, Council may authorize the Law Director to seek an injunction, abatement, or other appropriate remedy through any Court of competent jurisdiction.