(A) Any person violating any provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished in accordance with G.S. § 14-4. The maximum fine for each offense shall not exceed $500. Each day that the violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
(B) (1) If any subdivision, development and/or land use is found to be in violation of this chapter, the Town Council may, in addition to all other remedies available either in law or in equity, institute a civil penalty in the amount of $100, action or proceedings to restrain, correct or abate the violation; to prevent occupancy of the building, structure or land; or to prevent any illegal act, conduct business or use in or about the premises. In addition, the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission may assess civil penalties in accordance with G.S. § 143-215.6A. Each day that the violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
(2) If the Town Manager finds that any of the provisions of this chapter are being violated, he or she shall notify in writing the person responsible for the violation, indicating the nature of the violation, and ordering the action necessary to correct it. He or she shall order discontinuance of the illegal use of land, buildings or structures; removal of illegal building or structures, or of additions, alterations or structural changes thereof; discontinuance of any illegal work being done; or shall take any action authorized by this chapter to ensure compliance with or to prevent violation of its provisions. If a ruling of the Town Manager is questioned, the aggrieved party or parties may appeal the ruling to the Board of Adjustment.
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