1. Violation and Penalty. Violation of the provisions of this zoning code or failure to comply with any of its requirements (including violations of conditions and safeguards established in connection with grants or variances or special exceptions) shall constitute a municipal infraction, subject to the penalties and alternative relief authorized by this zoning code and Section 364.22 of the Code of Iowa.
2. Restraining Order. In case any building is built, developed, altered, or otherwise used in violation of this zoning code, the City Attorney, in addition to other remedies, may institute any proper action or proceed in the name of the City to prevent such unlawful action; to restrain, correct, or abate such violation; or to prevent any illegal act, conduct, business, or use in or about said premises.
3. The owner or tenant of any building, structure, premises, or part thereof, any architect, builder, contractor, agent, or other person who commits, participates in, assists in, or maintains such violation may each be found guilty of a separate offense and suffer the penalties herein provided.
4. Nothing herein contained shall prevent the City from taking such other lawful action as is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation.
(Ch. 181 – Ord. 18-09 – Jun. 18 Supp.)