If in any action it shall appear that by reason of any irregularities or informalities, the assessment has not been properly made against the defendant, or upon the lot or premises sought to be charged, the court may nevertheless, on satisfactory proof that expense has been incurred by the village, which is a proper charge against the defendant, or the lot or premises in question, render judgment for the amount properly chargeable against such defendant, or upon such lot or premises.
(2005 Code, § 9.126) (Ord. 2-88, passed - -)