(A) Zoning Administrator may enter upon any building, structure, or land or part thereof at any reasonable time for the purpose of inspecting all buildings, structures, or lands located within the corporate limits of the town for the purpose of carrying out their duties in the enforcement of this chapter. Prior to entering upon any premises, the Zoning Administrator shall furnish sufficient identification and information to enable the owner, tenant, or occupant to determine the purpose of the inspection and that the person conducting the inspection is an authorized representative of the town.
(B) In the event that entry is denied by the owner, tenant, or occupant of a premises, the Zoning Administrator may make application to any court of competent jurisdiction for the issuance of a search warrant. The application shall identify the premises upon which entry is sought and the purpose for which entry is desired. The application shall state the facts giving rise to the belief that a condition which is in violation of this chapter exists on the premises, or that such a violation in fact exists and must be abated, and that the condition or violation is not a lawful nonconforming use to the best of the affiant’s belief. Any warrant issued pursuant to the application shall order the owner, tenant, or occupant to permit entry to the Zoning Administrator for the purposes stated therein.
(Ord. 1221, Art. 11(d), passed 1-26-2010)