Public nuisance offenses Flashcards
What is the maximum period of time allowed for closing and vacating?
No more than one (1) year from the date of closing.
What action does the urban county government take if the owner fails to abate a public nuisance?
May enforce closure and vacation of premises at the owner’s expense.
How long does the urban county government have to rescind an order to close and vacate after abatement?
Within fourteen (14) days of abatement.
How can an order to close and vacate be served on the property owner?
In the same manner as a citation and by posting on the premises.
What right does a person have if issued a citation or order to close and vacate under this section?
Right to a hearing before an assigned hearing officer and appeal.
What type of lien does the county government possess on the subject property for non-compliance?
A lien on the property for civil fines and abatement costs.
What actions can the code official take if a person fails to comply with a notice to abate a public nuisance?
Issue a citation, order to close, revoke certificate, or use legal remedy.
What is the range of civil fines that can be assessed per violation for failing to comply?
Not less than $500.00 nor more than $5,000.00.
What is prohibited regarding notices or orders posted by the code official?
Cannot destroy, remove, deface notice or disobey closure order.
In what situation is the authority to issue an order to close and vacate restricted within multiple unit dwellings?
Restricted to the unit or units where the public nuisance occurred.
What is the timeframe for completing an eviction proceeding as described in the ordinance?
Eviction must be completed within seventy-five (75) days of commencement or as soon thereafter as court procedure allows.
What is the responsibility of the owner regarding initiating an eviction proceeding?
The owner must provide written notice to the code official that an eviction proceeding has been instituted.
Who is responsible for determining when enforcement action should be initiated according to the ordinance?
The Bureau of Patrol designee is responsible for monitoring violations and determining enforcement action.
How are violation notices delivered for 1st offense and subsequent offenses under the ordinance?
For 1st offense, a letter is sent through regular mail. For 2nd and Subsequent Offenses, a letter is sent through certified mail or by personal contact.
What does the Computer Information Systems Unit maintain in relation to the Public Nuisance Ordinance?
The Unit maintains an automatically generated nuisance query emailed to the Bureau of Patrol designee for review and enforcement.
