Unless otherwise specified in this chapter, any person who violates any provision of this chapter may receive a civil penalty of up to $500 per violation per day for so long as the violation exists. Each day on which a violation occurs or continues shall constitute a separate and distinct violation.
(A) In determining the amount of the civil penalty, the Town Engineer or his/her designee shall take into account all relevant circumstances, including, but not limited to, the extent of harm caused by the violation, the magnitude and duration of the violation, efforts to correct the violation, the compliance history of the person against whom the violation is assessed, the cost of enforcement to the Town, whether the violation was willful or intentional and any other factor as justice requires.
(B) The Town Engineer or his/her designee shall serve a written citation on the violator, and the customer, if different, by personal delivery or by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested. The citation shall describe the violation and shall specify the amount of the civil penalty levied. The civil penalty is collectible in a civil action in the nature of debt. The imposition of 1 or more penalties for a violation shall not excuse any violation or permit it to continue.
(Ord. 1953, passed 11-9-2021)