(A) Any junked motor vehicle found to be in violation of this chapter may be removed to a storage garage or area, but no such vehicles shall be removed from private property without the written request of the owner, lessee or occupant of the premises unless the Board of Commissioners or a duly authorized city official or employee finds in writing that the aesthetic benefits of removing the vehicle out weighs the burdens imposed on the private property owner.
(B) Such findings shall be based on a balancing of the monetary loss of the apparent owner against the corresponding gain to the public by promoting or enhancing the community, neighborhood or area appearance.
(C) The following, among other relevant factors may be considered:
(1) Protection of property values;
(2) Promotion of tourism or economic development opportunities;
(3) Indirect protection of public health and safety;
(4) Preservation of the character and integrity of the community; or
(5) Promotion of the comfort, happiness and emotional stability of area residents.
(`86 Code, § 20-203) (Ord. 96-8-1, passed 8-23-96; Am. Ord. 14-09-01, passed 9-9-14)