(a) Once an alarm system has been classified as a chronic false alarm system as defined by § 6-163:
(1) A notice will be sent by certified mail to the user of that system indicating the system must be inspected by a state licensed alarm industry business or representative. That user will have ten working days, excluding holidays, after receipt of said notice to return a fully completed inspection form to the Fire Chief or Police Chief; and
(2) Notwithstanding further false alarms at the location after ten working days and within 12 months from the date of notice provided as required herein shall subject the owner to penalties as follows:
a. First false alarm: $100;
b. Second false alarm: $250; and
c. Third and subsequent false alarms, each: $500.
(b) Within ten days following the imposition of any penalties imposed pursuant to this section, the penalties may be appealed to the Town Manager or his or her designee.
(Ord. passed 6-14-2001)