§ 13.10.03. Other penalties and remedies.

A.

Generally. If the department determines that the code enforcement process delineated above would be an inadequate response to a given violation, it may pursue the following penalties and remedies, as provided by law.

B.

Other persons liable. The owner or tenant of any building, structure, premises, or part thereof, and any architect, building contractor, agent, or other person who commits, participates in, assists in, or maintains such violations may each be found guilty of a separate offense and suffer the penalties herein provided.

C.

Civil remedies. If any building or structure is erected, constructed, reconstructed, altered, repaired, or maintained or any building, structure, land, or water is used in violation of this Code, the director, through the county attorney, may institute any appropriate civil action or proceedings in any court to prevent, correct, or abate the violation.

D.

Criminal penalties. Violation of the provisions of this Code or failure to comply with any of the requirements, including violations of conditions and safeguards established in connection with grants of variances, special exceptions, development orders or permits shall constitute a misdemeanor. Any person who violates this Code or fails to comply with any of the requirements shall upon conviction thereof be fined not more than $300.00 or imprisoned for not more than 60 days, or both, and in addition shall pay all costs and expenses involved in the case. Each day such violation continues shall be considered a separate offense.