(A) Notice. Whenever the Building Inspector/Code Administrator determines that there has been a violation of this code or has reasonable grounds to believe that a violation has occurred, notice shall be given to the owner or the person or persons responsible in the manner described below.
(B) Form of notice. Such notice prescribed in division (A) of this section shall:
(1) Be in writing;
(2) Include a description of the real estate for identification;
(3) Include a statement of the reason or reasons why the notice is being issued; and
(4) Include a correction order allowing a reasonable time for the repairs and improvements required to bring the structure into compliance with the provisions of this code.
(C) Service of notice. Such service shall be deemed to be properly served upon such owner if a copy thereof is delivered to the owner personally; or by leaving the notice at the usual place of abode, in the presence of someone in the family of suitable age and discretion who shall be informed of the contents thereof; or known address with return receipt requested; or if the certified or registered letter is returned with receipt showing that it has not been delivered, by posting a copy thereof in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by such notice.
(D) Repeated occurrences. Notification will not be required as a prerequisite to further legal action under this code, if the Building Inspector/Code Administrator has reason to believe that a violation of this code, for the same offense, has occurred within one year of the subject occurrence.
(Ord. 1246, passed 11-22-21)