(A) An application for an abatement order shall be accompanied by an affidavit, signed by the Chief, stating that:
(1) The Chief has determined that the property is in violation of this Chapter;
(2) The Chief has complied with the notice requirements of this Chapter; and
(3) Within the required time, the owner has failed to remedy the violation or has failed to submit an acceptable plan and schedule for such abatement; and
(4) The Municipal Court will consider the application for an abatement order at the date and time set forth in the notice, which date shall be at least fourteen (14) days after the notice.
(B) The Town shall provide notice to the owner of the application, either by first class United States Mail to the owner's last known address, or by personal service. The notice shall include a copy of the Town's application and affidavit.
(C) At the stated time, date and place, the Municipal Court shall review the Town's application, as well as any statement or evidence presented by the owner. If the Municipal Court finds that the property is in violation of this Chapter, the Municipal Court may enter an order authorizing the Town to enter upon the property, remove the violation and recover its costs.
(Ord. 19(2022) § 1)