§ 159.99 PENALTY.
   (A)   Except as otherwise set forth, any person found to be in violation of any provision of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of not less than $50 and not to exceed $750 per day, and subject to fines per the Nuisance Code. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. Prosecution under this section is a remedy cumulative to any and all other remedies at law and equity, including but not limited to the remedies set forth herein.
   (B)   All fees, costs, or charges assessed or incurred by the city pursuant to this chapter shall be a lien upon the real property. The lien shall be superior to all subsequent liens and encumbrances. The Director shall file a notice of lien after such cost and expense is incurred in the office of the applicable County Recorder of Deeds. The lien may be enforced by proceedings to foreclose, such as in the case of mortgage and mechanic's liens.
   (C)   Failure to register a vacant structure pursuant to § 159.08(E) shall result in a citation and the penalty shall be as identified in division (A) above.
(Ord. 24-10, passed 3-18-2024; Ord. 24-12, passed 4-1-2024)