(A) Criminal penalties.
(1) Any person violating any provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished in accordance with G.S. § 14-4.
(2) The maximum fine for each offense shall not exceed $500.
(3) Each day that the violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
(Ord. 25 § 110, passed 12-6-1993)
(B) Remedies.
(1) (a) If any subdivision, development and/or land use is found to be in violation of this chapter, the Board of County Commissioners may, in addition to all other remedies available either in law or in equity institute:
1. A civil penalty in the amount of $500;
2. Action or proceedings to restrain, correct or abate the violation;
3. Action to prevent occupancy of the building, structure or land; or
4. Action to prevent any illegal act, conduct, business, or use in or about the premises.
(b) In addition, the N.C. Environmental Management Commission may assess civil penalties in accordance with G.S. § 143-215.6A. Each day that the violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.
(2) (a) If the Watershed Administrator finds that any of the provisions of this chapter are being violated, he or she shall:
1. Notify in writing the person responsible for the violation, indicating the nature of the violation, and ordering the action necessary to correct it;
2. Order discontinuance of the illegal use of land, buildings or structures;
3. Order removal of illegal buildings or structures, or of additions, alterations or structural changes thereto;
4. Order discontinuance of any illegal work being done; or
5. Shall take any action authorized by this chapter to ensure compliance with or to prevent violation of its provisions.
(b) If a ruling of the Watershed Administrator is questioned, the aggrieved party or parties may appeal the ruling to the Watershed Review Board.
(Ord. 25 § 111, passed 12-6-1993)