(A) At the conclusion of the hearing, the hearing officer shall make a determination on the basis of the evidence presented at the hearing as to whether or not a code violation exists.
(B) The determination shall be in writing and shall be designated as findings, decision and order.
(C) The findings, decision and order shall include:
(1) The hearing officer's findings of fact;
(2) A decision as to whether or not a code violation exists based upon the findings of fact;
(3) An order that states the sanction, which may include an order to correct the violation, or dismisses the case if a violation is not proved;
(4) In the case of a code violation other than a building code violation, if a violation is proved, a monetary sanction shall not exceed the amount of $750 for each violation; and
(5) If a violation is proved, the order may impose the sanctions that are provided in the building code for the violation proved.
(D) A copy of any findings, decisions, or orders shall be served on the defendant within five days after it is issued.
(E) Service shall be via first class mail.
(F) Payment of any penalty or fine and the disposition of any fine money shall be in the manner as set forth in the city code.
(Ord. O-08-16, passed 3-1-16)