(A) Structures which are vacant or unfit for human habitation, occupancy, or use, but not in danger of structural collapse, may be ordered closed by the Code Enforcement Administrator. The order for closure shall be conveyed to the owner of the property at the address most recently on file with the County Auditor's office, or to the person or persons having control of the real estate or via a placard of condemnation posted on the premises. Having received the order for closure, structures shall be secured with sturdy plywood, or other materials approved by the Code Enforcement Administrator, within the time specified in the order.
(B) Vacant or condemned structures, with or without a closure order from the municipality, shall have at least one “no trespassing” sign posted on a prominent place on each outside wall.
(C) Plywood or other materials used to close up vacant or condemned structures shall be painted a color compatible with the color of the structure to which such materials are attached.
('80 Code, § 98.07) (Ord. 84-17, passed 12-18-84; Am. Ord. 2019-02, passed 6-18-19) Penalty, see § 96.99