(a) A Zoning Inspector designated by the City Manager shall administer and enforce this Zoning Code. The Inspector may be provided with the assistance of such other persons as the Manager may direct. The Inspector, before entering upon his or her duties, shall give bond as specified in Ohio R.C. 733.69 and 733.70.
(b) For the purposes of this Zoning Code, the Inspector shall:
(1) Upon finding that any of the provisions of this Zoning Code are being violated, notify in writing the person responsible for such violation, ordering the action necessary to correct such violation;
(2) Order the discontinuance of illegal uses of land, buildings or structures;
(3) Order the removal of illegal buildings or structures or illegal additions or structural alterations;
(4) Order the discontinuance of any illegal work being done; or
(5) Take any other action authorized by this Zoning Code to ensure compliance with or to prevent violations of this Zoning Code. This may include the issuance of and action on zoning permits and such similar administrative duties as are permissible under law.
(Ord. 82-38. Passed 9-20-82.)