Any damages to a public right of way, dedicated, easement or city land which is caused by an encroachment, authorized or unauthorized, are subject to immediate repair by the city, at the owner's expense. The city may require the owner to repair the damage if notice is given to the owner. Notice shall consist of a written letter sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or posted on the encroachment in a conspicuous place explaining the damages and stating the time to repair the damages. If the owner does not repair the damages after being given proper notice, the city shall repair the damages and the owner shall be liable to the city for all costs incurred by the city for the repair, including overhead costs.
(Ord. 96-5, passed 5-14-96)