(a) Whenever a public nuisance exists as defined in Section 1327.01 and the nature thereof constitutes an emergency as defined in subsection (b) below, the City may take immediate action to abate the nuisance and such abatement may take place without prior notice to the titled owner of the premises on which the public nuisance exists. Notice of the action taken to abate the nuisance shall immediately be sent to the titled owner by certified mail with a return receipt requested.
(b) As used in this section, "emergency" means an unforeseen combination of circumstances that calls for immediate action in order to preserve the public health, safety, welfare, or property against an imminent risk of physical harm.
(c) In any proceeding pursuant to this section, the determination that a public nuisance exists and constitutes an emergency as defined in subsection (b) hereof shall be made solely by the Zoning Inspector and the concurrence of the Fire Chief or the Wood County Commissioner shall not be required.
(Ord. 2014-19. Passed 5-12-14.)