The text
A.
Upon discovery of a previously unidentified Tier 2, 3, or 4 Vacant Building, an enforcement official shall notify the property owner in accordance with Section 8.14.150 of this Code. Within ten (10) days of mailing, the property owner shall: (1) for properties identified as Tier 2 properties, contact the city and pay the fee associated with that tier; (2) for properties identified as unpermitted Tier 3 properties, (a) apply for a permit to maintain the Tier 3 property as a boarded vacant building, or (b) request a stay in order to rehabilitate the building; or (3) for properties identified as Tier 4 properties, (a) apply for a boarding permit; (b) request a stay in order to rehabilitate the building; or (c) remove the vacant building from the property.
B.
A property owner who fails to comply with subsection A of this section is subject to fines, in amounts to be determined by the consolidated fee schedule.
C.
A property owner who files a notice of appeal with the city stays the enforcement action, but fees continue to accrue while the appeal is pending and being heard and are imposed retroactively if the city's actions are upheld.
D.
A vacant property that has been rehabilitated and maintained in the same manner as a Tier 1 Vacant Building for six (6) months shall no longer be required to maintain a Vacant Building permit. A property owner who wishes to terminate the permit must make written request and pay an inspection fee. Upon receipt of this request, an enforcement official shall inspect the property to ensure that it is being maintained appropriately.
E.
A property is no longer vacant once a tenant or property owner is occupying the structure, and the structure has been approved for habitation or occupation, as applicable.
(Ord. No. 2020-06, § VI, 6-3-2020)