(A) A person found to be in violation of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor. Each day in which any such violation shall continue shall be deemed a separate offense.
(B) The city may also enforce this chapter administratively in the following manner:
(1) First violation. Violators shall pay an administrative penalty of up to $250 and bring the dwelling, dwelling unit, or premises into compliance as required under this chapter within 30 days or such other time period as may be designated under this chapter.
(2) Second violation. Violators shall pay an administrative penalty of up to $500 and bring the dwelling, dwelling unit, or premises into compliance as required under this chapter within 30 days or such other time period as may be designated under this chapter.
(3) Third violation. Violators shall pay an administrative penalty of up to $1,000 and bring the dwelling, dwelling unit, or premises into compliance as required under this chapter within 30 days or such other time period as may be designated under this chapter, or suspension, revocation, or refusal to renew registration of a rental unit or such other provisions as set forth in this chapter.
(Am. Ord. 473, passed 12-12-2006)