(A) In the event that a Code Enforcement Officer upon investigation determines that the existence of the condition threatens an immediate danger to health and life of individuals, he shall promptly notify the City Manager who will forthwith convene the three-person board which consists of the City Manager, the Director of Public Works, and the Building Official or their designees. The Board will determine whether the condition existing on the property poses an immediate danger to health or life of individuals and will issue an appropriate finding; however, the Code Enforcement Officer shall immediately attempt to serve notice on the owner and shall simultaneously post the property. The hearing by the Board shall not be held less than 24 hours from the attempted service and posting of the property.
(B) In the event that a determination is made that the condition existing on the property threatens an immediate danger to health or life of individuals, the Board may immediately order the corrective action necessary to abate the condition. The costs incurred in the performance of such work shall be paid by the city but shall remain the responsibility of the owner.
(C) A copy of the order of the Board shall be served upon the owner pursuant to the provisions of § 96.28 and the owner is entitled to all procedural protections as set forth herein, provided, however, that corrective action by the city may take place immediately. Upon a determination that the condition existing on the property threatens an immediate danger to health or life of individuals, the procedures for assessment of costs, interest, attorney fees, and liens are as set forth in § 96.32.
(Ord. 88-24, passed 1-12-88)