(a) If any subdivision, development, and/or land use is found to violate this article, the town may, in addition to all other remedies available either in law or in equity, institute a civil penalty of fifty dollars ($50), institute actions or proceedings to restrain, correct, or abate the violations; to prevent the occupancy of the building, structure, or land; or to prevent any illegal act, conduct, business, or use in or about the premises. In addition, N.C. Environmental Management Commission may assess civil penalties under G.S. 143-215.6(a). Each day the violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
(b) If the Watershed Administrator finds that any of the provisions of this chapter are being violated, he shall notify in writing the person responsible for such violation, indicating the nature of the violation and ordering the action necessary to correct it. He shall order discontinuance of the illegal use of land, buildings, or structures; removal of illegal buildings or structures, or additions, alterations, or structural changes thereto; discontinuance of any illegal work being done; or shall take any action authorized by this chapter to ensure compliance with or to prevent violation of its provisions. If a ruling of the Watershed Administrator is questioned, the aggrieved party or parties may appeal such ruling to the Board of Adjustment. (Ord. of 1/10/05; Ord. of 12/6/10; Ord. of 6/28/21)