Whenever the Health Authority determines, through inspections or other means, that there is a violation of any provision of this subchapter, the Health Authority shall give notice of such alleged violation. Such notice shall:
(A) Be in writing;
(B) Include a statement of the reasons for the issuance of the notice;
(C) Contain an outline of remedial action and allow a reasonable time to effect compliance with this subchapter. When a weed abatement notice is issued, such weeds and grasses shall be cut within ten days of the date of mailing or posting of said notice;
(D) Be served upon the owner, operator, or resident as the case may require, provided that such notice shall be deemed to have been properly served when the notice has been personally delivered or sent by registered or certified mail or if the owner, operator, or resident acknowledges receipt of such notice; and
(E) In cases when the subject property is vacant or unoccupied, notice shall be sent to the owner or occupant’s last known address. If the name or address of the last known owner or occupant cannot be ascertained upon due diligence, service of said notice shall be made by posting the notice on the property. Such a notice is considered to be properly served.
(Ord. passed - -2016)