(A) In case any dwelling, dwelling unit, or part thereof is used, occupied, or maintained in violation of this chapter, the Building Inspector, in addition to the remedies otherwise provided for in this chapter, may institute any appropriate action or proceeding to prevent, restrain, correct, or abate the unlawful use, maintenance, or occupancy or to prevent any act or correct any condition that is contrary to or illegal under this chapter.
(B) Whenever the Building Inspector finds that an emergency exists which requires immediate action to protect the public health or safety, he or she may, without notice or hearing, issue an order citing the existence of an emergency and requiring that any action be taken that he or she deems necessary to meet the emergency. Notwithstanding the other provisions of this chapter, the order shall be effective immediately.
(1) Any person to whom such an order is directed shall comply therewith immediately, but upon petition to the Board of Public Works and Safety shall be given a hearing as soon as possible.
(2) After the hearing, depending upon the finding as to whether the provisions of this chapter have been complied with, the Board shall continue the order, or modify or revoke it.
(`81 Code, § 153.08) (Ord. 1486, passed 1-5-70) Penalty, see § 10.99