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[data-vce-do-apply*=margin][data-vce-do-apply*=el-25be868c],#el-25be868c[data-vce-do-apply*=all][data-vce-do-apply*=el-25be868c],#el-25be868c[data-vce-do-apply*=margin][data-vce-do-apply*=el-25be868c]{margin-bottom:0}}\n<\/style>\n<style id='vcv-fontManager:css-inline-css' type='text\/css'>\n.vcwb.vcwb-font-manager {--h1-line-height: 50px;--h1-font-family: Arvo;--h1-font-size: 36px;--h1-letter-spacing: 0px;--h1-primary-color: #55555F;--h1-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--h1-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h1-margin-bottom: 15px;--h1-font-style: normal;--h1-font-weight: 700;--h1-text-transform: none;--h1-link-border-color: transparent;--h1-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h2-line-height: 42px;--h2-font-family: Arvo;--h2-font-size: 28px;--h2-letter-spacing: 0px;--h2-primary-color: #55555F;--h2-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--h2-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h2-margin-bottom: 13px;--h2-font-style: normal;--h2-font-weight: 700;--h2-text-transform: none;--h2-link-border-color: transparent;--h2-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h3-line-height: 36px;--h3-font-family: Arvo;--h3-font-size: 24px;--h3-letter-spacing: 0px;--h3-primary-color: #55555F;--h3-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--h3-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h3-margin-bottom: 13px;--h3-font-style: normal;--h3-font-weight: 700;--h3-text-transform: none;--h3-link-border-color: transparent;--h3-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h4-line-height: 30px;--h4-font-family: Arvo;--h4-font-size: 20px;--h4-letter-spacing: 0px;--h4-primary-color: #55555F;--h4-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--h4-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h4-margin-bottom: 10px;--h4-font-style: normal;--h4-font-weight: 400;--h4-text-transform: none;--h4-link-border-color: transparent;--h4-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h5-line-height: 26px;--h5-font-family: Arvo;--h5-font-size: 18px;--h5-letter-spacing: 0px;--h5-primary-color: #55555F;--h5-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--h5-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h5-margin-bottom: 8px;--h5-font-style: normal;--h5-font-weight: 400;--h5-text-transform: none;--h5-link-border-color: transparent;--h5-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h6-line-height: 22px;--h6-font-family: Arvo;--h6-font-size: 16px;--h6-letter-spacing: 0px;--h6-primary-color: #55555F;--h6-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--h6-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--h6-margin-bottom: 6px;--h6-font-style: normal;--h6-font-weight: 400;--h6-text-transform: none;--h6-link-border-color: transparent;--h6-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--p-line-height: 26px;--p-font-family: Arvo;--p-font-size: 16px;--p-letter-spacing: 0px;--p-primary-color: #6C6C72;--p-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--p-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--p-margin-bottom: 15px;--p-font-style: normal;--p-font-weight: 400;--p-text-transform: none;--p-link-border-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--p-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--blockquote-line-height: 26px;--blockquote-font-family: Arvo;--blockquote-font-size: 18px;--blockquote-letter-spacing: 0px;--blockquote-primary-color: #55555F;--blockquote-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--blockquote-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--blockquote-margin-top: 20px;--blockquote-margin-bottom: 20px;--blockquote-font-style: italic;--blockquote-font-weight: 400;--blockquote-text-transform: none;--blockquote-link-border-color: transparent;--blockquote-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--figcaption-line-height: 24px;--figcaption-font-family: Roboto;--figcaption-font-size: 14px;--figcaption-letter-spacing: 0.17px;--figcaption-primary-color: #777777;--figcaption-link-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--figcaption-link-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--figcaption-margin-top: 8px;--figcaption-margin-bottom: 16px;--figcaption-font-style: italic;--figcaption-font-weight: 500;--figcaption-text-transform: none;--figcaption-link-border-color: transparent;--figcaption-link-border-hover-color: rgb(111, 32, 26);--bullet-width: 6px;--bullet-height: 6px;--bullet-radius: 0;--bullet-color: rgb(205, 58, 48);--bullet-padding-left: 0px;--bullet-space: 0px;--button-line-height: 22px;--button-font-family: Arvo;--button-font-size: 12px;--button-letter-spacing: 1px;--button-font-style: normal;--button-font-weight: 700;--button-text-transform: uppercase;--menu-font-family: Montserrat;--menu-letter-spacing: 0px;--menu-font-style: normal;--menu-font-weight: 700;--submenu-font-family: Montserrat;--submenu-letter-spacing: 0px;--submenu-font-style: normal;--submenu-font-weight: 700;}  h1,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.main-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.entry-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .comments-area h1#reply-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.comments-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h1,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h1,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h1,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h1,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.entry-title {line-height: var(--h1-line-height);  font-family: var(--h1-font-family);  font-weight: var(--h1-font-weight);  font-size: var(--h1-font-size);  letter-spacing: var(--h1-letter-spacing);  font-style: var(--h1-font-style);  text-transform: var(--h1-text-transform);color: var(--h1-primary-color);  margin-top: var(--h1-margin-top);  margin-bottom: var(--h1-margin-bottom);}  h1 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h1 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h1 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h1 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.main-title a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.entry-title a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.comments-title a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h1 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.entry-title a {  text-decoration: none;  color: var(--h1-link-color);  border: none;  box-shadow: none;  transition: color .2s;  }  h1 a:hover,  h1 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h1 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h1 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h1 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h1 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h1 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h1 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.main-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.main-title a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.entry-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h1.entry-title a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.comments-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.comments-title a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h1 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h1 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.entry-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h1.entry-title a:focus {  color: var(--h1-link-hover-color);  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--h1-link-border-hover-color);  }  h2,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h2,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h2,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h2,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h2,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h2,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.reply-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .comments-area h2#reply-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.comments-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.entry-title {line-height: var(--h2-line-height);  font-family: var(--h2-font-family);  font-weight: var(--h2-font-weight);  font-size: var(--h2-font-size);  letter-spacing: var(--h2-letter-spacing);  font-style: var(--h2-font-style);  text-transform: var(--h2-text-transform);color: var(--h2-primary-color);  margin-top: var(--h2-margin-top);  margin-bottom: var(--h2-margin-bottom);}  h2 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h2 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h2 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h2 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h2 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h2 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.reply-title a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.comments-title a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.entry-title a {  text-decoration: none;  color: var(--h2-link-color);  border: none;  box-shadow: none;  transition: color .2s;  }  h2 a:hover,  h2 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h2 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h2 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h2 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h2 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h2 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h2 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h2 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h2 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h2 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h2 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.reply-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.reply-title a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.comments-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.comments-title a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.entry-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h2.entry-title a:focus {  color: var(--h2-link-hover-color);  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--h2-link-border-hover-color);  }  h3,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h3,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h3,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h3,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h3,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h3,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.reply-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .comments-area h3#reply-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.comments-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.entry-title {line-height: var(--h3-line-height);  font-family: var(--h3-font-family);  font-weight: var(--h3-font-weight);  font-size: var(--h3-font-size);  letter-spacing: var(--h3-letter-spacing);  font-style: var(--h3-font-style);  text-transform: var(--h3-text-transform);color: var(--h3-primary-color);  margin-top: var(--h3-margin-top);  margin-bottom: var(--h3-margin-bottom);}  h3 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h3 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h3 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h3 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h3 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h3 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.reply-title a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.comments-title a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.entry-title a {  text-decoration: none;  color: var(--h3-link-color);  border: none;  box-shadow: none;  transition: color .2s;  }  h3 a:hover,  h3 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h3 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h3 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h3 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h3 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h3 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h3 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h3 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h3 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h3 a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h3 a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.reply-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.reply-title a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.comments-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.comments-title a:focus,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.entry-title a:hover,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h3.entry-title a:focus {  color: var(--h3-link-hover-color);  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--h3-link-border-hover-color);  }  h4,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h4,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h4,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h4,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h4,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h4,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h4.reply-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .comments-area h4#reply-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h4.comments-title,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager h4.entry-title {line-height: var(--h4-line-height);  font-family: var(--h4-font-family);  font-weight: var(--h4-font-weight);  font-size: var(--h4-font-size);  letter-spacing: var(--h4-letter-spacing);  font-style: var(--h4-font-style);  text-transform: var(--h4-text-transform);color: var(--h4-primary-color);  margin-top: var(--h4-margin-top);  margin-bottom: var(--h4-margin-bottom);}  h4 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .h4 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager .entry-content h4 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #header h4 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #footer h4 a,  .vcwb.vcwb-font-manager #content h4 a,  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vce-separator-with-title--title--color-b-4-53-129\">Canton City Codes And Ordinances<\/h3><div class=\"vce-separator-with-title--line vce-separator-with-title--line--style-solid vce-separator-with-title-line--thickness-1 vce-separator-with-title--line-right\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-30 vce-row-equal-height vce-row-content--top\" id=\"el-86d9b8cd\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-86d9b8cd\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-8f14a07f\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-8f14a07f\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-8f14a07f\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion vce vce-classic-accordion-align--left vce-classic-accordion-border-color--D8D8D8\" id=\"el-b038bde5\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-b038bde5\" data-active-section=\"1\" data-close-on-click=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panels-container\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panels\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"Classic accordion\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-ed652f1b\" data-model-id=\"ed652f1b\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-ed652f1b\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=ed652f1b]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"el-ed652f1b\" id=\"section-ed652f1b\"><span>Weeds<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-ed652f1b\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-ed652f1b\" style=\"\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-6e194fbd\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-6e194fbd\"><div><b>ARTICLE 4. WEEDS<br><br><\/b><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-401.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; WEEDS TO BE REMOVED.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any owner, agent, lessee, tenant, or other person occupying or having charge or control of any premises to permit weeds to remain upon said premises or any area between the property lines of said premises and the centerline of any adjacent street or alley, including but not specifically limited to sidewalks, streets, alleys, easements, rights-of-way and all other areas, public or private. All weeds as hereinafter defined are hereby declared a nuisance and are subject to abatement as hereinafter provided. (Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-402.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DEFINITIONS<\/strong>.&nbsp;<u>Weeds<\/u>&nbsp;as used herein, means any of the following:<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brush and woody vines shall be classified as weeds;<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Weeds and grasses which may attain such large growth as to become, when dry, a fire menace to adjacent improved property;<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Weeds which bear or may bear seeds of a downy or wingy nature.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Weeds which are located in an area which harbors rats, insects, animals, reptiles, or any other creature which either may or does constitute a menace to health, public safety or welfare;<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Weeds and grasses on or about residential property which, because of its height, has a blighting influence on the neighborhood. Any such weeds and indigenous grasses shall be presumed to be blighting if they exceed 10 inches in height. (Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-403. &nbsp;&nbsp; PUBLIC OFFICER; NOTICE TO REMOVE.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) The Police Chief shall serve as the public officer and shall be charged with the administration and enforcement of this article. The public officer or authorized assistant shall give written notice to the owner, occupant or agent of such property to cut or destroy weeds. Such notice shall only be given once per calendar year.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The notice to be given hereunder shall state:<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; that the owner, occupant or agent in charge of the property is in violation of the city weed control law;<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; that the owner, occupant or agent in charge of the property is ordered to cut or destroy the weeds within 10 days of the receipt of the&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; notice;<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (3)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; that the owner, occupant or agent in control of the property may request a hearing before the governing body or its designated representative within five days of the receipt of the notice or, if the owner is unknown or a nonresident, and there is no resident agent, 10 days after notice has been published by the city clerk&nbsp;in the&nbsp;official city newspaper;<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (4)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; that if the owner, occupant or agent in control of the property does not cut or destroy the weeds or fails to request a hearing within the allowed time the city or its authorized agent will cut or destroy the weeds and assess the cost of the cutting or destroying of the weeds, including a reasonable administrative fee, against the owner, occupant or agent in charge of the property.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (5)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; that the owner, occupant or agent in control of the property will be given an opportunity to pay the assessment, and if it is not paid within 30 days of such notice, it will be added to the property tax as a special assessment;<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; (6)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; that no further notice will be given during the current calendar year prior to the removal of weeds from the property; and(7) that the public officer should be contacted if there are questions regarding the order<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If there is a change in the record owner of title to the property subsequent to the given of notice pursuant to this subsection, the city may not recover any costs or levy an assessment for the costs incurred by the cutting or destruction of weeds on such property unless the new record owner of title to such property is provided notice as required by this article.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A copy of the notice shall be served upon the person in violation in one of the following ways:<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (1)&nbsp;<i>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/i>Personal service upon the person in violation; or<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Certified mail, return receipt requested; or<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (3)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In the event the whereabouts of such person are unknown and the same cannot be ascertained in the exercise of reasonable diligence, an affidavit to that effect shall be made by the public officer and filed with the city clerk, and the serving of the notice shall be made by publishing the same once each week for two consecutive weeks in the official city newspaper and by posting a copy of the notice on the premises where such condition exists.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; (4)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If the owner or the agent of the owner of the property has failed to accept delivery or otherwise failed to effectuate receipt of a notice or order sent pursuant to this section during the preceding twenty-four month period, notice may be given by anyof the following methods: door hangers, conspicuously posting notice of such order on the property, personal notification, telephone communication or first class mail. If the property is unoccupied and the owner is a nonresident, notice provided by this section shall be given by telephone communication or first class mail.<br><br><strong>&nbsp;8-404.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; ABATEMENT; ASSESSMENT OF COSTS<\/strong>. (a) If the owner, occupant or agent&nbsp;in charge of the property has neither alleviated the conditions causing the alleged&nbsp;violation nor requested a hearing within the time periods specified section 8-403, the&nbsp;public officer or an authorized assistant shall abate or remove the conditions&nbsp;causing the violation.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; (b) If the city abates or removes the nuisance pursuant to this section, the city&nbsp;shall give notice to the owner or his or her agent by certified mail, return receipt&nbsp;requested, of the total cost of the abatement or removal incurred by the city. The&nbsp;notice shall also state that the payment is due within 30 days following receipt of the&nbsp;notice. The city also may recover the cost of providing notice, including anypostage, required by this section.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (c) The notice shall also state that if the cost of the removal or abatement is&nbsp;not paid within the 30-day period, the cost of the abatement or removal shall be collected in the manner provided by K.S.A. 12-1,115, and amendments thereto, or shall be assessed as special assessments and charged against the lot or parcel of land on which the nuisance was located and the city clerk, at the time of certifying other city taxes, shall certify the unpaid portion of the costs and the county clerk shall extend the same on the tax rolls of the county against such lot or parcel of land and it shall be collected by the county treasurer and paid to the city as other city taxes are collected and paid. The city may pursue collection both by levying a special assessment and in the manner provided by K.S.A. 12-1,115, and amendments thereto, but only until the full cost and applicable interest has been paid in full.<\/div>\n<div>(K.S.A. 12-1 61 7f; Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-405.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; RIGHT OF ENTRY.&nbsp;<\/strong>The public officer, and the public officer\u2019s authorized assistants, employees, contracting agents or other representatives are hereby expressly authorized to enter upon private property at all reasonable hours for the purpose of cutting, destroying and\/or removing such weeds in a manner not inconsistent with this article. (Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-406.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; UNLAWFUL INTERFERENCE.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to interfere with or to attempt to prevent the public officer or the public officer\u2019s authorized representative from entering upon any such lot or piece of ground or from proceeding with such cutting and destruction. Such interference shall constitute an code violation. (Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-407.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NOXIOUS WEEDS.&nbsp;<\/strong>(a) Nothing in this article shall affect or impair the rights of the city under the provisions of Chapter 2, Article 13 of the Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Statutes Annotated, relating to the control and eradication of certain noxious weeds.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; For the purpose of this article, the term noxious weeds shall mean kudzu&nbsp;Pueraria lobata), field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis), Russian knapweed (Centaurea picris), hoarycress(Lepidium draba), Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense), quackgrass (Agropyron repens), leafy spurge (Euphorbia esula), burragweed (Franseria tomentosa and discolor), pignut (Hoffmannseggia densiflora), musk (nodding) thistle (Carduus nutans L.), and Johnson grass (Sorghum halepense).&nbsp; (K.S.A. 2-1 31 4; Code 2009)<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-ad9756d8\" data-model-id=\"ad9756d8\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-ad9756d8\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=ad9756d8]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-ad9756d8\" id=\"section-ad9756d8\"><span>Environmental Code<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-ad9756d8\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-ad9756d8\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-c9e0f5ae\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-c9e0f5ae\"><div><strong>ARTICLE 1. HEALTH NUISANCES<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-101.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; LEGISLATIVE FINDING OF FACT.<\/strong>&nbsp;The governing body has found that there exist within the city unsightly and hazardous conditions due to: health hazards; harborage of vermin; dilapidation, deterioration or disrepair structure exteriors; accumulations increasing the hazards of accidents or other calamities; uncleanliness; unsightly stored or parked material, equipment, supplies, machinery, vehicle parts. Such conditions are inimical to the general welfare of the community in that they have a blighting influence on the adjoining properties, the neighborhood and the city, or are injurious to the health and safety of the residents of the city. The governing body desires to promote the public health, safety and welfare by the repair, removal, abatement, and regulation of such conditions in the manner hereafter provided. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-102.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; PURPOSE.&nbsp;<\/strong>The purpose of this Article is to protect, preserve, upgrade, and regulate the environmental quality of business, commercial and residential neighborhoods in this city, by outlawing conditions which are injurious to the health, safety, welfare or aesthetic characteristics of the neighborhoods and to provide for the administration and enforcement thereof. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-103.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DEFINITIONS.<\/strong>&nbsp;The words and phrases listed below when used in this Article shall have the following meanings:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Accessory<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Structure<\/u>&nbsp;- a secondary structure detached from the principal structure but on the same premises, including, but not limited to, garages, sheds, barns, or outbuildings.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Building<\/u>&nbsp;- any structure, whether public or private, that is adapted for occupancy as a residence, the transaction of business, the rendering of professional services, amusement, the display, sale or storage of goods, wares or merchandise or the performance of work or labor, including office buildings, public buildings, stores, theaters, markets, restaurants, workshops and all other houses, sheds and other structures on the premises used for business purposes.<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Commercial or<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Business<\/u>&nbsp;- used or intended to be used primarily for other than residential or agricultural purposes.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Compost<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Pile<\/u>&nbsp;- means a mixture consisting of leaves, stems, grasses, dirt and other organic matter which shall be stored in an enclosure and used for garden soil conditioning purposes. Said enclosure shall be screened or placed in a manner which is not offensive to neighboring residents or the general public.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Dilapidation, Deterioration or Disrepair<\/u>&nbsp;- shall mean any condition characterized by, but not Limited to: boles, breaks, rot, decay, crumbling, cracking, peeling or flaking paint, rusting, or other evidence of physical damage, neglect, jack&nbsp;<i>of&nbsp;<\/i>maintenance, excessive use or weathering.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Exterior<\/u>&nbsp;- those parts of a structure which arc exposed to the weather or subject to contact with the elements; including, but not limited to: sidings, facings, veneers, masonry, roofs, foundations, porches, screens, shutters, windows, doors or signs.<\/div>\n<div>(g)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Front<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Yard<\/u>&nbsp;- means a yard across the full width of the Jot extending from the front line of the main building to the front lot line.<\/div>\n<div>(h)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Garbage<\/u>&nbsp;- without limitation any accumulation of animal, fruit or vegetable waste matter that results from the handling, preparation, cooking, serving, delivering, storage, or use of foodstuffs.<\/div>\n<div>(i)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Graffiti<\/u>&nbsp;- any drawing, painting, writing, inscription, figure or mark, regardless of its content, of the type which is commonly known and referred to as \u201cgraffiti\u201d which is written, drawn, painted, sprayed, scratched or otherwise places or affixed, regardless of the nature of the material used, on any wall, window, rock, building or portion thereof, fence, gate, sign, other structure, tree or other real or personal property, either publicly or privately owned, and that is visible from any adjacent public or private property or public or private right of way. \u201cGraffiti\u201d shall not include any permitted sign allowed to be erected by other city ordinances.<\/div>\n<div>(j)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Hearing Officer<\/u>- the person appointed by the Governing Body to conduct the hearing pursuant to this Article.<\/div>\n<div>(k)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Occupant<\/u>&nbsp;- the person that has the use of, controls or occupies any business building or any portion thereof, whether owner or tenant. In the case of vacant business buildings or any vacant portion of a business building, the owner, agent or other person having custody of the building shall have the responsibilities of an occupant of a building.<\/div>\n<div>(I)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Owner<\/u>&nbsp;- the owner of any building or structure, whether individual, firm, partnership, corporation or LLC.<\/div>\n<div>(m)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Person<\/u>&nbsp;- any individual, individuals, corporation, partnership, unincorporated association, other business organization, committee, board, trustee, receiver, agent or other representative who has charge, care, control or responsibility for maintenance of any premises, regardless of status as owner, renter, tenant or lessee, whether or not in possession.<\/div>\n<div>(n)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Premises<\/u>&nbsp;- any lot, plot or parcel of land including the structures thereon. Premises shall also mean any lot, plot or parcel of land without any structures thereon.<\/div>\n<div>(o)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Refuse<\/u>&nbsp;- garbage and trash.<\/div>\n<div>(p)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Residential<\/u>&nbsp;- used or intended to be used primarily for human habitation.<\/div>\n<div>(q)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Structure<\/u>&nbsp;- anything constructed or erected which requires location on the ground or is attached to something having a location on the ground including any appurtenances belonging thereto.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;(r)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Trash<\/u>&nbsp;- combustible waste consisting of; but not limited to: papers, cartons, boxes, barrels, wood, excelsior, furniture, bedding, rags, leaves, yard trimmings, or tree branches and non-combustible waste consisting of, but not limited to: metal, tin, cans, glass, crockery, plastics, mineral matter, ashes, clinkers, or Street rubbish and sweepings.<\/div>\n<div>(s)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Weathered<\/u>&nbsp;- deterioration caused by exposure to the elements.<\/div>\n<div>(t)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Yard<\/u>&nbsp;- the area of the premises not occupied by any structure. Any unenclosed building or structure (i.e. carport, porch, deck, and pool) is considered yard for the purpose of this Article but are not counted in the total open space.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-104.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; PUBLIC OFFICER.&nbsp;<\/strong>The mayor shall designate the police chief to serve as public officer and to be charged with the administration and enforcement of this article. In the event the police chief is not available, other police department personnel shall act as assistant and serve notices of violations, issue citations, verify vehicle registration and\/or investigate the violation. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-105.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; RIGHT OF ENTRY.&nbsp;<\/strong>It shall be a violation of this article to deny the public officer the right of access and entry upon private property at any reasonable time fix the purpose of making inquiry and inspection to determine if a nuisance exists. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-106.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ENFORCEMENT STANDARDS.<\/strong>&nbsp;No person shall be found in violation of this Article unless a public officer, after a reasonable inquiry and inspection of the premises, finds evidence of conditions declared unlawful under 8-107, 8-108, 8-109. For 8-108 and 8-109, this shall not include conditions which are not readily visible from any public place or from any surrounding private property. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-107.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; HEALTH NUISANCES.&nbsp;<\/strong>It shall be unlawful for any person to maintain or permit any nuisance&nbsp;&nbsp; within the&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; city as defined, without limitation, as follows:<\/div>\n<div>(a) Filth, excrement, lumber, rocks, dirt, cans, paper, trash, metal or any other offensive or disagreeable thing or substance thrown or left pr deposited upon any street, avenue, alley, sidewalk, park, public or private enclosure or premises whether vacant or occupied.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;All pools, spas, hot tubs and other bodies of water shall be properly maintained so as not to create a safety hazard, harbor insect infestation, be polluted, become stagnant, deteriorated or blighted.<\/div>\n<div>(c) Any place or structure or substance which emits or causes any offensive, disagreeable or nauseous odors and stenches.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Nauseous substances, carcasses of dead animals not removed within 24 hours after death.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Attractive nuisances dangerous to children and other persons including, but not limited to:<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Abandoned, broken, or neglected household appliances, equipment and machinery. Abandoned or unattended iceboxes, refrigerators or other container (over 1 1\/2 cubic feet volume) that has an airtight door or lid not in actual use unless the door or lid thereof is removed therefrom, or<\/div>\n<div>(2) Unfenced or unmaintained pools, unused basement and excavations; any open cistern, cesspool, well, or other dangerous opening. All such places shall be filled, securely covered or fenced in such a manner as to prevent injury to any person and any Cover shall be of such a design, size and weight that the cover cannot be removed by children.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wastewater or sanitary sewage not managed or disposed of as provided for in this Code.<\/div>\n<div>(g)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any fence, structure, thing or substance placed upon or being upon any Street, sidewalk, alley or public ground so as to obstruct the same, except as permitted by the laws of the city.<\/div>\n<div>(h)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any condition which provides harborage or breeding environment for insects, mice, snakes or other vermin.<\/div>\n<div>(i)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; All slop, foul or dirty water, filth, refuse or offal discharged through drains or spouts or otherwise thrown or deposited in or upon any street, sidewalk, premises, park, public square, public enclosure.<\/div>\n<div>(k)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Animals affected with disease or animal disease carriers, when the disease is one that may adversely affect the health of humans or other animals.<\/div>\n<div>(I)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Pollution or contamination of any water supply or water course by sewage, industrial, chemical, oil, junk, debris, or any other waste or product.<\/div>\n<div>(m)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Create or maintain any condition that obstructs or renders dangerous the use or passage of any park, stream, water course, sidewalk, parkway, public property, alley, Street, highway or easement.<\/div>\n<div>(n)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Oil, grease, paint, other petroleum products, hazardous materials, volatile chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides or waste (solid, liquid or gaseous) which is determined by a Public Officer to constitute a fire or environmental hazard, or to be detrimental to human life, health or safety.<\/div>\n<div>(o)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any other act, occupation, and use of property that in fact endangers or jeopardizes the public peace and safety.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-108.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; YARD NUISANCE VIOLATIONS.&nbsp;<\/strong>It shall be unlawful for any person to allow to exist on any residential, commercial or business premises, conditions which are injurious to the health, safety or general welfare of the residents of the community or conditions which are detrimental to adjoining property, the neighborhood or the city. This shall not include conditions which are not readily visible from any public place or from any surrounding private property. A yard nuisance shall include, but not be limited to, the scattering over or the leaving, depositing or accumulation on the yard of any of the following:<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lumber, wire, metal, tires, concrete, masonry products, plastic products, supplies, equipment, machinery, auto parts, boxes, barrels, drums, packing crates or pallets, salvage materials, junk or refuse, or other materials except building materials to be used within ninety days for construction on the premises if properly authorized by a current building permit and except properly maintained compost piles as defined by this Article shall not constitute a nuisance.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;Indoor furniture, appliances, mattresses, bedding, stoves, refrigerators, televisions, sinks, lawn mowers, shopping carts, or other such items of personal property.<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;In residential districts a maximum of four (4) cords of wood on one premises and only in rear yard and neatly stored.<\/div>\n<div>(d&nbsp;&nbsp; All trees, hedges, signs, fences, or other obstructions that violate the sight triangle requirements in the City zoning ordinance.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp; All limbs of trees which are less than 8 feet above the surface of any public sidewalk or 14feet&nbsp;above the surface of any street.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp; Storing piles of dirt, rocks, gravel, sand, concrete, and other similar materials&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; for more than 90 days unless the materials are part of a project for which a building permit has been issued.<\/div>\n<div>(g)&nbsp;&nbsp; Property lacking appropriate landscaping, turf or plant material so as to cause excessive dust.<\/div>\n<div>(h)&nbsp;&nbsp; All grass or weeds or other unsightly vegetation not usually cultivated or grown for domestic use or to be marketed or for ornamental purposes.<\/div>\n<div>(i)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; All articles or things whatsoever caused, kept, maintained or permitted by any person to the injury, annoyance or inconvenience of the public or of any neighborhood.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-109.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; EXTERIOR STRUCTURE NUISANCES.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to allow to exist on any residential, commercial or business premises, conditions which are injurious to the health, safety or general welfare of the residents of the community or conditions which are detrimental to adjoining property, the neighborhood or the city, This shall not include conditions which are not readily visible from any public place or from any surrounding private property. Structure exterior nuisance conditions shall include, but not be limited to, deteriorated, dilapidated, or unsightly;<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; exteriors of any structure;<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; exteriors of any accessory structure; or<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; fences, walls, or retaining walls;<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; refuse or personal property placed on rooftops;<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; buildings, fences, signs, or other structures that are or have been abandoned, boarded up, partially destroyed, or permitted to remain in a state of partial construction for a period of ninety (90) days or more, (180 days for partial construction) and where continuation of the condition is unsightly or is hazardous to the public health, safety, or welfare.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; exterior nuisance conditions shall also include graffiti on the above listed exteriors.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-110.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NOTICE OF VIOLATION; AUTHORITY TO ISSUE NOTICE TO APPEAR.<\/strong>&nbsp;Any&nbsp;person found by the public officer to be in violation of this Article shall be sent a Notice of Violation by the public officer. The Notice of Violation shall state:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; The address where the condition exists; and<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; The condition which has caused the violation of this Article; and<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation shall have 10 calendar days from the date of the Notice of Violation&nbsp;&nbsp; to alleviate any nuisance violation of this Article except an exterior structure nuisance shall have 30 calendar days; or in the alternative,<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation may enter into a written agreement with the City to alleviate the nuisance violation within a specified time limit if the public officer believes an extended period of time is warranted. Failure to eliminate the violation under the terms of the agreement waives the right to a hearing before the hearing officer and the person will be served a Notice to Appear in municipal court; or in the alternative,<\/div>\n<div>(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation may, within 10 calendar days from the date of the Notice of&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Violation, request in writing for a hearing on the matter as provided in 8-212 before the hearing officer.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;That failure to alleviate the condition will result in either abatement of the condition by the city with the costs assessed against the property under 8-214, or the person being served a Notice to Appear in municipal court for adjudication of the violation.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-111.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SERVICE OF NOTICES.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) All written notices required to be given under the provisions of this Article may be served in the following manner:<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; By personal delivery at such person\u2019s residence, with an individual 18 years of age or older being a member of the family or cohabitant, or at such person\u2019s place of business with an employee of the business; or<\/div>\n<div>(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; By certified mail, return receipt requested to the person in violation and the owner if city abatement is assessed to the property; or<\/div>\n<div>(3)&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;By posting such notice on the premises in a conspicuous place.<\/div>\n<div>(4)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; In the case of a hearing order or court order ordering abatement where the whereabouts of such person is unknown and the same cannot be ascertained in the exercise of reasonable diligence, an affidavit to that effect shall be made by the public officer and filed with the city clerk, and the serving of the hearing order or court order shall be made by publishing the same once in the official city newspaper and by posting a copy of the hearing order or court order on the premises where such conditions exist.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-112.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; HEARING BEFORE HEARING OFFICER; ORDER TO ABATE.&nbsp;<\/strong>If the recipient of the notice of violation submits a written request for a hearing within the notice period, then the city shall immediately schedule a hearing during a regular business day and not later than ten (10) calendar days from the receipt of the written request. The hearing shall be conducted by a designated hearing officer appointed by the City Council who shall not be an employee of the city. The hearing officer shall receive evidence, review the investigation and prepare a written order. The order shall be sent by certified mail to all relevant parties within five (5) calendar. days of the hearing, unless otherwise stated at the hearing and prior to the city taking any action to abate the violation. The order shall describe the relevant facts relied upon, state the specific code provisions being relied upon should a violation be found, and state any such other stipulations, methods of abatement or orders as deemed necessary by the hearing officer. This includes the authority of the hearing officer to issue a Notice to Appear in municipal court for adjudication of the violation.(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-113.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; MUNICIPAL COURT; PENALTY.&nbsp;<\/strong>The public officer or City Prosecutor may file a complaint in the municipal court and serve a Notice to Appear against any person who receives a Notice of Violation and does not correct the violation(s) within the allotted time and who does not request a hearing as described in 8-210 or against any person that has failed under the terms of an agreement to eliminate the nuisance. Upon such complaint in the municipal court, any person found to be in violation of this Article shall upon conviction be punished by a fine of not less than $50.00 nor more than $100.00, or by imprisonment for not more than 30 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment, for each offense. For the purposes of this Article, a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which such violation is permitted to exist. If upon conviction of a nuisance herein under and it appears to the court that the nuisance complained of is continuing, the court may enter such order as it shall deem appropriate to cause the nuisance to be abated. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-114.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COSTS ASSESSED<\/strong>. If the city abates the conditions in violation of this Article, the cost of abatement shall be charged against the premises on which the conditions were located. The city clerk shall, at the time of certifying-other taxes to the county clerk, certify the costs as provided in this Article. The county clerk shall extend the same on the tax roll and it shall be collected by the county treasurer and paid to the city as other city taxes are collected and paid. The City in lieu of or in Conjunction with, may use any other method of collecting the city\u2019s cost of abatement as is allowed by law. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-115.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; EMERGENCY ABATEMENT.<\/strong>&nbsp;In order to enforce the provisions of this Article, when the Mayor or his\/her duly authorized representatives find and determine that the severity of the violation warrants immediate action, he\/she may cause the clean up or abate the violation thereof by any appropriate means. The cost Of such&nbsp;emergency cleanup or abatement may be recovered by the City as provided in this Article. Such emergency cleanup or abatement will not relieve the person of further action which may be taken by the City including but not limited to, liability for any violations of this Article or any other applicable provisions of state law and local ordinances. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-116.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; CONSTRUCTION.&nbsp;<\/strong>Nothing in this Article shall be construed to abrogate or impair the powers of the courts or of any department of the city to enforce any provisions of its laws nor to prevent or punish violations thereof. The powers conferred by this Article shall be in addition to and supplemental to the powers conferred by the Kansas Constitution, by any other law or by ordinance.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-3cffdcdd\" data-model-id=\"3cffdcdd\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-3cffdcdd\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=3cffdcdd]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-3cffdcdd\" id=\"section-3cffdcdd\"><span>Trees And Shrubs<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-3cffdcdd\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-3cffdcdd\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-888da58d\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-888da58d\"><p class=\"p2\" align=\"center\"><strong>ARTICLE 3. TREES AND SHRUBS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-301.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;PUBLIC TREE CARE.<\/strong>&nbsp;The city shall have the right to plant, prune, maintain and remove trees, plants and shrubs within the lines of all streets, alleys, avenues, lanes, squares and public grounds, as may be necessary to insure safety when servicing city utilities or to preserve the symmetry and beauty of public grounds. The city may remove or cause or order to be removed, any tree or part thereof which is in an unsafe condition or which by reason of its nature is injurious to sewers, electric power lines, gas lines, water lines or other public improvements, or is affected with any injurious fungus, insect or other pest. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-302.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;DISEASED TREES; DETERMINATION.<\/strong>&nbsp;Whenever any Competent city authority or competent state or federal authority shall file with the governing body a statement in writing based upon a laboratory test or other supporting evidence that trees or tree materials or shrubs located upon private property within the city are infected or infested with or harbor any tree or plant disease or insect or larvae, the uncontrolled presence of which may constitute a hazard to or result in the damage or extinction of other trees or shrubs in the community, describing the same and where located, the governing body shall direct the city clerk to forthwith issue notice requiring the owner or agent of the owner of the premises to treat or to remove any such designated tree, tree material or shrub within a time specified in the notice. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-303.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;SAME; NOTICE SERVED.<\/strong>&nbsp;Notice shall be served by a police officer by delivering a copy thereof to the owner, and the person in possession of such property, or if the same be unoccupied or the owner a nonresident of the city, then the city clerk shall notify the owner by mailing a notice by certified mail to his last known address. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-304.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SAME; FAILURE OF OWNER; DUTY OF CITY.<\/strong>&nbsp;If the owner or agent shall fail to comply with the requirements of the notice within the time specified in the notice, then the chief of police shall proceed to have the designated tree, tree material or shrub treated or removed and report the cost thereof to the city clerk. In lieu of city employees performing any such work, the governing body may contract with any competent person, company or corporation for the performance of such work.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-305.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;SAME; PREVENT SPREAD OF DISEASE.<\/strong>&nbsp;No tree, tree materials or shrubs as mentioned herein which have been cut down, either by the property owner or by the city, shall be permitted to remain on the premises, but shall be immediately treated, removed and burned or immediately burned upon the premises, if safe to do so, so as to prevent the spread of the tree disease. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-306.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>DANGEROUS, DEAD OR DISEASED TREES ON PRIVATE PROPERTY.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Every owner of any tree overhanging any street or right-of-way within the city shall prune the branches so that such branches shall not obstruct the light from any street lamp or obstruct the view of any street intersection and so that there shall be a clear space of 14 feet above the surface of the street or right-of-way. The owners shall remove all dead, diseased or dangerous trees, or broken or decayed limbs which constitute a menace to the safety of the public. The city shall have the right to prune any tree or shrub on private property when it interferes with the proper spread of light along the street from a street light, or interferes with visibility of any traffic control device or sign.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The city shall have the right to cause the removal of any dangerous, dead or diseased trees on private property within the city, when such trees constitute a hazard to life and property. The city will notify in writing the owners of such trees. Removal shall be done by said owners at their own expense within 60 days after the date of service of notice. The owners, within 30 days of the notice, may request a hearing covering the ordered removal. In the event of failure of owners to comply with such provisions, the city shall have the authority to remove the trees and charge the cost of removal on the owner\u2019s property tax notice.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-307.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>TREES ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; COST BORNE BY CITY.&nbsp;<\/strong>The city shall have the authority to treat or to remove any tree as defined in section 13-301 of this article, or to remove any dead tree as mentioned herein, which is located within the limits of any public right-of-way within the city. The adjacent property owners shall not be responsible for the cost of treatment or removal of any such trees within the public right-of-way and this expense shall be borne by the city at large. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-308.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;COSTS ON TAX ROLLS<\/strong>. The city clerk shall, at the time of certifying other city taxes to the county clerk, certify the unpaid costs for treatment or removal performed under the authority of sections 13-304:306 and the county clerk shall extend the same on the tax roll of the county against the lot or parcel of ground. The cost of such work shall be paid from the general fund or other proper fund of the city, and such fund shall be reimbursed when payments therefore are received or when such assessments are collected and received by the city. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-309.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;INJURING TREES AND SHRUBS.&nbsp;<\/strong>No person shall willfully break, cut, take away, destroy, injure, mutilate, or attempt to willfully break, cut, take away, destroy, injure or mutilate any tree, shrub, vine, flower or landscaping standing, growing, or being upon the premises in the possession of another, or growing on any public ground, street, sidewalk, promenade or park in the city. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-310.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;FIRE HYDRANTS, PLANTINGS ADJACENT TO.<\/strong>&nbsp;No person shall plant or cause to be planted nor allow to grow upon property owned by him or her any shrubs, trees, or planting of any kind within 10 feet of any fire hydrant in the city, in order that every fire hydrant shall be in full view day or night, to fire apparatus approaching from any direction. (Code 2009)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-19501ba1\" data-model-id=\"19501ba1\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-19501ba1\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=19501ba1]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-19501ba1\" id=\"section-19501ba1\"><span>Health Nuisances<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-19501ba1\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-19501ba1\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-89ce01b2\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-89ce01b2\"><div><strong>ARTICLE 1. HEALTH NUISANCES<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-101.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; LEGISLATIVE FINDING OF FACT.&nbsp;<\/strong>The governing body has found that there exist within the city unsightly and hazardous conditions due to: health hazards; harborage of vermin; dilapidation, deterioration or disrepair structure exteriors; accumulations increasing the hazards of accidents or other calamities; uncleanliness; unsightly stored or parked material, equipment, supplies, machinery, vehicle parts. Such conditions are inimical to the general welfare of the community in that they have a blighting influence on the adjoining properties, the neighborhood and the city, or are injurious to the health and safety of the residents of the city. The governing body desires to promote the public health, safety and welfare by the repair, removal, abatement, and regulation of such conditions in the manner hereafter provided. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-102.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; PURPOSE.&nbsp;<\/strong>The purpose of this Article is to protect, preserve, upgrade, and regulate the environmental quality of business, commercial and residential neighborhoods in this city, by outlawing conditions which are injurious to the health, safety, welfare or aesthetic characteristics of the neighborhoods and to provide for the administration and enforcement thereof. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-103.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DEFINITIONS.&nbsp;<\/strong>The words and phrases listed below when used in this Article shall have the following meanings:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Accessory<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Structure<\/u>&nbsp;- a secondary structure detached from the principal structure but on the same premises, including, but not limited to, garages, sheds, barns, or outbuildings.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Building<\/u>&nbsp;- any structure, whether public or private, that is adapted for occupancy as a residence, the transaction of business, the rendering of professional services, amusement, the display, sale or storage of goods, wares or merchandise or the performance of work or labor, including office buildings, public buildings, stores, theaters, markets, restaurants, workshops and all other houses, sheds and other structures on the premises used for business purposes.<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Commercial or<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Business<\/u>&nbsp;- used or intended to be used primarily for other than residential or agricultural purposes.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Compost<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Pile<\/u>&nbsp;- means a mixture consisting of leaves, stems, grasses, dirt and other organic matter which shall be stored in an enclosure and used for garden soil conditioning purposes. Said enclosure shall be screened or placed in a manner which is not offensive to neighboring residents or the general public.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Dilapidation, Deterioration or Disrepair<\/u>&nbsp;- shall mean any condition characterized by, but not Limited to: boles, breaks, rot, decay, crumbling, cracking, peeling or flaking paint, rusting, or other evidence of physical damage, neglect, jack&nbsp;<i>of&nbsp;<\/i>maintenance, excessive use or weathering.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Exterior<\/u>&nbsp;- those parts of a structure which arc exposed to the weather or subject to contact with the elements; including, but not limited to: sidings, facings, veneers, masonry, roofs, foundations, porches, screens, shutters, windows, doors or signs.<\/div>\n<div>(g)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Front<\/u>&nbsp;<u>Yard<\/u>&nbsp;- means a yard across the full width of the Jot extending from the front line of the main building to the front lot line.<\/div>\n<div>(h)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Garbage<\/u>&nbsp;- without limitation any accumulation of animal, fruit or vegetable waste matter that results from the handling, preparation, cooking, serving, delivering, storage, or use of foodstuffs.<\/div>\n<div>(i)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Graffiti<\/u>&nbsp;- any drawing, painting, writing, inscription, figure or mark, regardless of its content, of the type which is commonly known and referred to as \u201cgraffiti\u201d which is written, drawn, painted, sprayed, scratched or otherwise places or affixed, regardless of the nature of the material used, on any wall, window, rock, building or portion thereof, fence, gate, sign, other structure, tree or other real or personal property, either publicly or privately owned, and that is visible from any adjacent public or private property or public or private right of way. \u201cGraffiti\u201d shall not include any permitted sign allowed to be erected by other city ordinances.<\/div>\n<div>(j)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Hearing Officer<\/u>- the person appointed by the Governing Body to conduct the hearing pursuant to this Article.<\/div>\n<div>(k)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Occupant<\/u>&nbsp;- the person that has the use of, controls or occupies any business building or any portion thereof, whether owner or tenant. In the case of vacant business buildings or any vacant portion of a business building, the owner, agent or other person having custody of the building shall have the responsibilities of an occupant of a building.<\/div>\n<div>(I)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Owner<\/u>&nbsp;- the owner of any building or structure, whether individual, firm, partnership, corporation or LLC.<\/div>\n<div>(m)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Person<\/u>&nbsp;- any individual, individuals, corporation, partnership, unincorporated association, other business organization, committee, board, trustee, receiver, agent or other representative who has charge, care, control or responsibility for maintenance of any premises, regardless of status as owner, renter, tenant or lessee, whether or not in possession.<\/div>\n<div>(n)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Premises<\/u>&nbsp;- any lot, plot or parcel of land including the structures thereon. Premises shall also mean any lot, plot or parcel of land without any structures thereon.<\/div>\n<div>(o)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Refuse<\/u>&nbsp;- garbage and trash.<\/div>\n<div>(p)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Residential<\/u>&nbsp;- used or intended to be used primarily for human habitation.<\/div>\n<div>(q)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Structure<\/u>&nbsp;- anything constructed or erected which requires location on the ground or is attached to something having a location on the ground including any appurtenances belonging thereto.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;(r)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Trash<\/u>&nbsp;- combustible waste consisting of; but not limited to: papers, cartons, boxes, barrels, wood, excelsior, furniture, bedding, rags, leaves, yard trimmings, or tree branches and non-combustible waste consisting of, but not limited to: metal, tin, cans, glass, crockery, plastics, mineral matter, ashes, clinkers, or Street rubbish and sweepings.<\/div>\n<div>(s)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Weathered<\/u>&nbsp;- deterioration caused by exposure to the elements.<\/div>\n<div>(t)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Yard<\/u>&nbsp;- the area of the premises not occupied by any structure. Any unenclosed building or structure (i.e. carport, porch, deck, and pool) is considered yard for the purpose of this Article but are not counted in the total open space.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-104.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; PUBLIC OFFICER.<\/strong>&nbsp;The mayor shall designate the police chief to serve as public officer and to be charged with the administration and enforcement of this article. In the event the police chief is not available, other police department personnel shall act as assistant and serve notices of violations, issue citations, verify vehicle registration and\/or investigate the violation. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-105.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; RIGHT OF ENTRY.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be a violation of this article to deny the public officer the right of access and entry upon private property at any reasonable time fix the purpose of making inquiry and inspection to determine if a nuisance exists. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-106.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ENFORCEMENT STANDARDS<\/strong>. No person shall be found in violation of this Article unless a public officer, after a reasonable inquiry and inspection of the premises, finds evidence of conditions declared unlawful under 8-107, 8-108, 8-109. For 8-108 and 8-109, this shall not include conditions which are not readily visible from any public place or from any surrounding private property. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-107.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; HEALTH NUISANCES.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to maintain or permit any nuisance&nbsp;&nbsp; within the city as defined, without limitation, as follows:<\/div>\n<div>(a) Filth, excrement, lumber, rocks, dirt, cans, paper, trash, metal or any other offensive or disagreeable thing or substance thrown or left pr deposited upon any street, avenue, alley, sidewalk, park, public or private enclosure or premises whether vacant or occupied.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;All pools, spas, hot tubs and other bodies of water shall be properly maintained so as not to create a safety hazard, harbor insect infestation, be polluted, become stagnant, deteriorated or blighted.<\/div>\n<div>(c) Any place or structure or substance which emits or causes any offensive, disagreeable or nauseous odors and stenches.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Nauseous substances, carcasses of dead animals not removed within 24 hours after death.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Attractive nuisances dangerous to children and other persons including, but not limited to:<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Abandoned, broken, or neglected household appliances, equipment and machinery. Abandoned or unattended iceboxes, refrigerators or other container (over 1 1\/2 cubic feet volume) that has an airtight door or lid not in actual use unless the door or lid thereof is removed therefrom, or<\/div>\n<div>(2) Unfenced or unmaintained pools, unused basement and excavations; any open cistern, cesspool, well, or other dangerous opening. All such places shall be filled, securely covered or fenced in such a manner as to prevent injury to any person and any Cover shall be of such a design, size and weight that the cover cannot be removed by children.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wastewater or sanitary sewage not managed or disposed of as provided for in this Code.<\/div>\n<div>(g)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any fence, structure, thing or substance placed upon or being upon any Street, sidewalk, alley or public ground so as to obstruct the same, except as permitted by the laws of the city.<\/div>\n<div>(h)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any condition which provides harborage or breeding environment for insects, mice, snakes or other vermin.<\/div>\n<div>(i)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; All slop, foul or dirty water, filth, refuse or offal discharged through drains or spouts or otherwise thrown or deposited in or upon any street, sidewalk, premises, park, public square, public enclosure.<\/div>\n<div>(k)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Animals affected with disease or animal disease carriers, when the disease is one that may adversely affect the health of humans or other animals.<\/div>\n<div>(I)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Pollution or contamination of any water supply or water course by sewage, industrial, chemical, oil, junk, debris, or any other waste or product.<\/div>\n<div>(m)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Create or maintain any condition that obstructs or renders dangerous the use or passage of any park, stream, water course, sidewalk, parkway, public property, alley, Street, highway or easement.<\/div>\n<div>(n)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Oil, grease, paint, other petroleum products, hazardous materials, volatile chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides or waste (solid, liquid or gaseous) which is determined by a Public Officer to constitute a fire or environmental hazard, or to be detrimental to human life, health or safety.<\/div>\n<div>(o)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any other act, occupation, and use of property that in fact endangers or jeopardizes the public peace and safety.(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-108.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; YARD NUISANCE VIOLATIONS.&nbsp;<\/strong>It shall be unlawful for any person to allow to exist on any residential, commercial or business premises, conditions which are injurious to the health, safety or general welfare of the residents of the community or conditions which are detrimental to adjoining property, the neighborhood or the city. This shall not include conditions which are not readily visible from any public place or from any surrounding private property. A yard nuisance shall include, but not be limited to, the scattering over or the leaving, depositing or accumulation on the yard of any of the following:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lumber, wire, metal, tires, concrete, masonry products, plastic products, supplies, equipment, machinery, auto parts, boxes, barrels, drums, packing crates or pallets, salvage materials, junk or refuse, or other materials except building materials to be used within ninety days for construction on the premises if properly authorized by a current building permit and except properly maintained compost piles as defined by this Article shall not constitute a nuisance.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;Indoor furniture, appliances, mattresses, bedding, stoves, refrigerators, televisions, sinks, lawn mowers, shopping carts, or other such items of personal property.<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;In residential districts a maximum of four (4) cords of wood on one premises and only in rear yard and neatly stored.<\/div>\n<div>(d&nbsp;&nbsp; All trees, hedges, signs, fences, or other obstructions that violate the sight triangle requirements in the City zoning ordinance.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp; All limbs of trees which are less than 8 feet above the surface of any public sidewalk or 14feet&nbsp;above the surface of any street.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp; Storing piles of dirt, rocks, gravel, sand, concrete, and other similar materials&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; for more than 90 days unless the materials are part of a project for which a building permit has been issued.<\/div>\n<div>(g)&nbsp;&nbsp; Property lacking appropriate landscaping, turf or plant material so as to cause excessive dust.<\/div>\n<div>(h)&nbsp;&nbsp; All grass or weeds or other unsightly vegetation not usually cultivated or grown for domestic use or to be marketed or for ornamental purposes.<\/div>\n<div>(i)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; All articles or things whatsoever caused, kept, maintained or permitted by any person to the injury, annoyance or inconvenience of the public or of any neighborhood.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-109.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; EXTERIOR STRUCTURE NUISANCES.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to allow to exist on any residential, commercial or business premises, conditions which are injurious to the health, safety or general welfare of the residents of the community or conditions which are detrimental to adjoining property, the neighborhood or the city, This shall not include conditions which are not readily visible from any public place or from any surrounding private property. Structure exterior nuisance conditions shall include, but not be limited to, deteriorated, dilapidated, or unsightly;<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; exteriors of any structure;<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; exteriors of any accessory structure; or<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; fences, walls, or retaining walls;<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; refuse or personal property placed on rooftops;<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; buildings, fences, signs, or other structures that are or have been abandoned, boarded up, partially destroyed, or permitted to remain in a state of partial construction for a period of ninety (90) days or more, (180 days for partial construction) and where continuation of the condition is unsightly or is hazardous to the public health, safety, or welfare.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; exterior nuisance conditions shall also include graffiti on the above listed exteriors.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-110.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NOTICE OF VIOLATION; AUTHORITY TO ISSUE NOTICE TO APPEAR<\/strong>. Any&nbsp;person found by the public officer to be in violation of this Article shall be sent a Notice of Violation by the public officer. The Notice of Violation shall state:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; The address where the condition exists; and<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; The condition which has caused the violation of this Article; and<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation shall have 10 calendar days from the date of the Notice of Violation&nbsp;&nbsp; to alleviate any nuisance violation of this Article except an exterior structure nuisance shall have 30 calendar days; or in the alternative,<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation may enter into a written agreement with the City to alleviate the nuisance violation within a specified time limit if the public officer believes an extended period of time is warranted. Failure to eliminate the violation under the terms of the agreement waives the right to a hearing before the hearing officer and the person will be served a Notice to Appear in municipal court; or in the alternative,<\/div>\n<div>(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation may, within 10 calendar days from the date of the Notice of&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Violation, request in writing for a hearing on the matter as provided in 8-212 before the hearing officer.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;That failure to alleviate the condition will result in either abatement of the condition by the city with the costs assessed against the property under 8-214, or the person being served a Notice to Appear in municipal court for adjudication of the violation.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-111.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SERVICE OF NOTICES.&nbsp;<\/strong>(a) All written notices required to be given under the provisions of this Article may be served in the following manner:<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; By personal delivery at such person\u2019s residence, with an individual 18 years of age or older being a member of the family or cohabitant, or at such person\u2019s place of business with an employee of the business; or<\/div>\n<div>(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; By certified mail, return receipt requested to the person in violation and the owner if city abatement is assessed to the property; or<\/div>\n<div>(3)&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;By posting such notice on the premises in a conspicuous place.<\/div>\n<div>(4)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; In the case of a hearing order or court order ordering abatement where the whereabouts of such person is unknown and the same cannot be ascertained in the exercise of reasonable diligence, an affidavit to that effect shall be made by the public officer and filed with the city clerk, and the serving of the hearing order or court order shall be made by publishing the same once in the official city newspaper and by posting a copy of the hearing order or court order on the premises where such conditions exist.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-112.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; HEARING BEFORE HEARING OFFICER; ORDER TO ABATE.<\/strong>&nbsp;If the recipient of the notice of violation submits a written request for a hearing within the notice period, then the city shall immediately schedule a hearing during a regular business day and not later than ten (10) calendar days from the receipt of the written request. The hearing shall be conducted by a designated hearing officer appointed by the City Council who shall not be an employee of the city. The hearing officer shall receive evidence, review the investigation and prepare a written order. The order shall be sent by certified mail to all relevant parties within five (5) calendar. days of the hearing, unless otherwise stated at the hearing and prior to the city taking any action to abate the violation. The order shall describe the relevant facts relied upon, state the specific code provisions being relied upon should a violation be found, and state any such other stipulations, methods of abatement or orders as deemed necessary by the hearing officer. This includes the authority of the hearing officer to issue a Notice to Appear in municipal court for adjudication of the violation.(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-113.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; MUNICIPAL COURT; PENALTY.&nbsp;<\/strong>The public officer or City Prosecutor may file a complaint in the municipal court and serve a Notice to Appear against any person who receives a Notice of Violation and does not correct the violation(s) within the allotted time and who does not request a hearing as described in 8-210 or against any person that has failed under the terms of an agreement to eliminate the nuisance. Upon such complaint in the municipal court, any person found to be in violation of this Article shall upon conviction be punished by a fine of not less than $50.00 nor more than $100.00, or by imprisonment for not more than 30 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment, for each offense. For the purposes of this Article, a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which such violation is permitted to exist. If upon conviction of a nuisance herein under and it appears to the court that the nuisance complained of is continuing, the court may enter such order as it shall deem appropriate to cause the nuisance to be abated. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-114.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COSTS ASSESSED.<\/strong>&nbsp;If the city abates the conditions in violation of this Article, the cost of abatement shall be charged against the premises on which the conditions were located. The city clerk shall, at the time of certifying-other taxes to the county clerk, certify the costs as provided in this Article. The county clerk shall extend the same on the tax roll and it shall be collected by the county treasurer and paid to the city as other city taxes are collected and paid. The City in lieu of or in Conjunction with, may use any other method of collecting the city\u2019s cost of abatement as is allowed by law. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-115.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; EMERGENCY ABATEMENT.<\/strong>&nbsp;In order to enforce the provisions of this Article, when the Mayor or his\/her duly authorized representatives find and determine that the severity of the violation warrants immediate action, he\/she may cause the clean up or abate the violation thereof by any appropriate means. The cost Of such&nbsp;emergency cleanup or abatement may be recovered by the City as provided in this Article. Such emergency cleanup or abatement will not relieve the person of further action which may be taken by the City including but not limited to, liability for any violations of this Article or any other applicable provisions of state law and local ordinances. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-116.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; CONSTRUCTION.<\/strong>&nbsp;Nothing in this Article shall be construed to abrogate or impair the powers of the courts or of any department of the city to enforce any provisions of its laws nor to prevent or punish violations thereof. The powers conferred by this Article shall be in addition to and supplemental to the powers conferred by the Kansas Constitution, by any other law or by ordinance.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-9253c96d\" data-model-id=\"9253c96d\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-9253c96d\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=9253c96d]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-9253c96d\" id=\"section-9253c96d\"><span>Yard Parking And Storage<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-9253c96d\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-9253c96d\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-7d489388\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-7d489388\"><div><b>ARTICLE 3. YARD PARKING AND STORAGE<br><br><\/b><\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;8-301.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS. The Governing Body finds that the types of vehicles that are parked or stored, the location on a particular site of such parking or storage, and the condition of the vehicles which are parked or stored has a direct effect on the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the City. The Governing Body finds that the improper or inappropriate storage or parking of vehicles can be unsafe, unsanitary and unsightly, and that such conditions constitute blight on surrounding properties. The Governing Body further finds that in order to prevent such blight, stabilize the value of surrounding properties and minimize threats to the public safety and general welfare of the residents of the City, it is hereby deemed necessary to regulate the manner in which vehicles are parked or stored, the types of vehicles that are parked or stored, and the location of such parking or Storage. (Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-302.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SCOPE.<\/strong>&nbsp;The provisions of this Article shall apply to all lands within the corporate boundaries of the City of Canton, unless specifically excepted.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;8-303.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DEFINITIONS.&nbsp;<\/strong>The following words and phrases shall be defined as follows for the purpose of this Article:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Abandoned or Inoperable<\/u>\u201d - means:<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A condition of being junked, wrecked, wholly or partially dismantled, discarded, abandoned or unable to perform the functions or purposes for which it was originally constructed, or<\/div>\n<div>(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The absence of a current valid registration plate upon such vehicle permitting that vehicle to be operated on the public streets and highways of the State of Kansas, unless the vehicle has a non-highway vehicle title issued solely because the vehicle was not manufactured for street use, or<\/div>\n<div>(3)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The absence of one or more of the parts of the vehicle necessary for the lawful operation of the vehicle on the public streets and highways, unless the vehicle has a non-highway title issued solely because the vehicle was not manufactured for Street use, or<\/div>\n<div>(4)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The placement of the vehicle or parts thereof upon jacks, blocks, chains or other supports.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Automobile repair<\/u>\u201d - shall mean the repair or restoration of any motor vehicle body or pans, and shall include, without being limited to, glass installation and replacement, brake and muffler repair and replacement, window tinting, radio and stereo installation, tire and battery replacement, tune ups, repair and servicing of motor vehicle engines, including overhauls, transmission work, body work and painting.<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Designated driveway<\/u>\u201d - shall mean the surfaced roadway leading from the street to the garage, covered parking area, or other permitted off street parking area. Each residence is allowed one designated drivewayfor single family or duplex residences.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Enclosed building<\/u>\u201d - shall mean the primary structure or an attached garage filly enclosed by walls and a roof; with all windows or doors completely closed.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Front surface of<\/u>&nbsp;<u>a residence<\/u>\u201d - means that wall surface, or combination of surfaces, that is visible from the front lot line; provided, however, that surfaces which are perpendicular or nearly perpendicular to the front lot line are excluded, as are surfaces of minor building projections such as fireplaces or bay windows.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Hearing Officer<\/u>\u201d - means a person appointed by the Governing Body to conduct the hearings pursuant to this Article.<\/div>\n<div>(g)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Public Officer<\/u>\u201d - means Police Chief employed by the City of Canton.<\/div>\n<div>(h)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Paved driveway or paved parking area<\/u>\u201d - means a hard-surfaced area designed and constructed specifically for use by motorized vehicles as a path for the vehicle to be driven across or as a location at which a vehicle could be parked or stored. Such driveways and parking areas shall include only that surface area that is continuously connected to a public or private street via a paved surface wide enough for use by a standard passenger car. The paving material for a \u201cpaved driveway or paved parking area\u201d shall consist of concrete, asphalt, paving bricks or similar material. The term \u201cpaved parking area\u201d may include a public or private Street where on-street parking is permitted.<\/div>\n<div>(i)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Property owner<\/u>\u201d - means any person, partnership or corporation who alone or jointly or severally with others has legal title to land and\/or structures, or any person, partnership or corporation who is trustee or guardian of the estate of the title holder.<\/div>\n<div>(j)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Recreational Vehicles<\/u>\u201d - include any vehicles used for purposes other than the primary source of transportation for a household, including travel trailers, folding tent trailers, motor homes, truck campers removed from a truck or pickup, horse trailers, boats Over&nbsp;<i>14&nbsp;<\/i>feet in length with or without trailers, all terrain vehicles and other similar vehicles, This definition shall not include mobile homes.<\/div>\n<div>(k)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Resident or<\/u>&nbsp;<u>tenant<\/u>\u201d - shall mean the person, partnership or corporation occupying or utilizing the primary structure on the site as a residence in a residential structure or as a business tenant in a nonresidential structure.<\/div>\n<div>(I)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Residential zoning districts<\/u>\u201d - means that land area, including public and private streets, that is contained within one of the zoning districts defined as a residential district. This definition shall include those sections of public and private streets that abut residentially zoned land on both sides.<\/div>\n<div>(m)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Section<\/u>\u201d - means the stated section of the Canton Municipal Code.<\/div>\n<div>(n)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Trailers<\/u>\u201d - means a utility trailer having a gross weight of less than 1500 pounds.<\/div>\n<div>(o)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Vehicle<\/u>\u201d or \u201c<u>motor vehicle<\/u>\u201d - means any a currently licensed motorized or non-motorized conveyance that includes, but is not limited to an automobile, car, truck, tractor, trailer, motorcycle or water craft, in operable condition.<\/div>\n<div>(p)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Vehicle<\/u>&nbsp;<u>owner<\/u>\u201d - means the person, partnership or corporation registered as the owner of a particular vehicle.<\/div>\n<div>(q)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u201c<u>Zoning<\/u>&nbsp;<u>ordinance<\/u>\u201d or \u201c<u>zoning regulations<\/u>\u201d - means the requirements and regulations of the City Land Development Ordinance.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The provisions of this section shall not apply where there is only one inoperable vehicle on the private property and where the vehicle is inoperable for a period of fifteen consecutive days or less Vegetation, including weeds and trees, growing on, around or within a vehicle to such an extent that it is obvious can be used as evidence that the vehicle has not been moved for at least 15 days.<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The provision of this section shall not apply to any person, firm or corporation, or their agent, who is conducting a business enterprise concerned with the repair, sale or storage of vehicles in compliance with the existing Zoning regulations.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<br><strong>8-305.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; VEHICLE PARKING.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) No vehicle owner, property owner, resident or tenant&nbsp;shall allow a vehicle to be parked or stored adjacent to any public street on any&nbsp;&nbsp;surface other than a designated driveway or a parking area, Adjacent to any public&nbsp;Street in residential areas, all vehicles (except RVs and trailers as provided herein)&nbsp;shall be parked on one designated driveway relating to the garage or carport or&nbsp;designated parking areas for multifamily dwellings, In areas where there are no&nbsp;garages or carport; vehicles may be parked on one designated driveway Constricted&nbsp;perpendicular to the Street curb or surface to at least 3 feet from the residence o&nbsp;the building setback. Such designated driveway should be located on the half of the&nbsp;lot closest to an interior lot line unless there are special circumstances Approved by&nbsp;the building &amp; Zoning official.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;All new parking areas, including drives with Street access, must be paved.&nbsp;Drives off an alley may be gravel.<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp; No parking shall be allowed in that portion of the street right-of-way no&nbsp;used for traffic movement This is in. the area between the curb or street surface and<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;the sidewalk or property lot line except on the designated driveway.<br>(d)&nbsp;No parking on or over the sidewalk or within one foot of a curb or Street&nbsp;surface on a designated driveway.<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;For residential lots the total outside parking or storage of all allowabl&nbsp;items and types of vehicles and trailers is 10% of the total lot area or 1400 square&nbsp;&nbsp;feet whichever is less at a single or duplex family residence. Such vehicle parki&nbsp;shall not exceed 50% of the open space of the lot in the front or sides or rear up to&nbsp;the maximum allowable parking or storage space.<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; No parking or storage of any type of vehicle or trailer is allowed on vacant&nbsp;lots in residential zones.<br>(g)&nbsp;Recreational vehicles, (RVs) or trailers must be owned by the proper&nbsp;owner or resident and shall not be parked in the front building setback unless there<\/div>\n<div>is no reasonable access to the building side yards or rear yards because of&nbsp;&nbsp;topography or other physical conditions on the site.<br>(1)&nbsp;If parked in the front yard RVs or trailers must be at right angles&nbsp; (not&nbsp;parallel) to the Street on a designated driveway not exceeding 24 feet in width. If the&nbsp;property has more than one driveway, then RVs or trailers may only be parked in&nbsp;one driveway in the area between the front of the residence and the lot front line.<br>&nbsp;(2)&nbsp;Parking or storage of RVs or trailers must beat least 3 feet from any side&nbsp;or rear lot line, if parked on a side yard facing a Street it must be parked on the half&nbsp;of the side yard closest to the residence.<br>(3)&nbsp;RV5 shall not extend into public right-of-way or obstruct sight visibility&nbsp;from adjacent driveways.<br><strong><br><\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-304.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ABANDONED OR INOPERABLE VEHICLES.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) Except as provided below, it is unlawful for any person to park, store, or leave or permit the parking, storing or leaving of any abandoned or inoperable vehicle on private property unless it is within an enclosed building.<\/div>\n<div>(4)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; No RV may be used for overnight accommodation on a public right-of-way.<\/div>\n<div>(5)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If there is access to the side or rear yards, temporary parking of RVs or trailers on a driveway within a front yard setback is permitted for loading and unloading purposes not to exceed 24 hours during an individual week.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-306.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COMMERCIAL OR FARM VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL, DISTRICTS.<\/strong>&nbsp;No&nbsp;heavy equipment or vehicle rated above one ton, or farm machinery or farm implement shall be stored or parked within any residential district unless parked within an enclosed building or carport. Provided, however that this section shall not prevent the temporary location of such a vehicle or equipment on such property while engaged in a delivery, pick-up or service to the property, and further provided, except parked on a temporary basis for not more than a single occurrence not exceeding 12 hours during any 10 day period. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-307.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NOTICE OF VIOLATION; AUTHORITY TO ISSUE NOTICE TO APPEAR<\/strong>. Any person&nbsp;found by the public officer to be in violation of this Article shall be sent a Notice of Violation by the public officer.&nbsp; The Notice of Violation shall state:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The address where the condition exists.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The condition which has caused the violation of this Article; and<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation shall have 10 calendar days from the date of the Notice of Violation to alleviate any nuisance violation of this Article; or in the alternative,<\/div>\n<div>(1)<i>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/i>That the person in violation may enter into a written agreement with the City to alleviate the nuisance violation within a specified time limit if the public officer believes an extended period of time is warranted. Failure to eliminate the violation under the terms of the agreement waives the right to a hearing before the hearing officer and the person will be served a Notice to Appear in municipal court; or in the alternative.<\/div>\n<div>(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That the person in violation may, within 10 calendar days from the date on the Notice of Violation, request in writing for a hearing on the matter as provided in 14-309 before the hearing officer.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That failure to alleviate the condition will result in either abatement of the condition by the city with the costs assessed against the property under 14-311, or the person being served a Notice to Appear in municipal court for adjudication of the violation. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-308&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SERVICE OF NOTICES.&nbsp;<\/strong>A copy of the notice shall be served upon the person in violation in one of the following ways:<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Personal service upon the person in violation; or<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Certified mail, return receipt requested; or<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In the event the whereabouts of such person are unknown and the same cannot be ascertained in the exercise of reasonable diligence, an affidavit to that effect shall be made by the public officer and filed with the city clerk, and the serving of the notice shall be made by publishing the same once each week for two consecutive weeks in the official city newspaper and by posting a copy of the notice on the premises where such condition exists.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If the owner or the agent of the owner of the property has failed to accept delivery or otherwise failed to effectuate receipt of a notice or order sent pursuant to this section during the preceding twenty-four month period, notice may be given by any of the following methods: door hangers, conspicuously posting notice of such order on the property, personal notification, telephone communication or first class mail. If the property is unoccupied and the owner is a nonresident, notice provided by this section shall be given by telephone communication or first class mail.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-309.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; HEARING BEFORE HEARING OFFICER; HEARING ORDER TO ABATE<\/strong>. If&nbsp;the recipient of the notice of violation makes a written request for a bearing within the notice period, then the city shall immediately schedule a hearing during a regular business day and not later than ten (10) calendar days from the receipt of the written request. The hearing shall be conducted by a designated hearing officer appointed by the City Council who shall not be an employee of the city. The hearing officer shall receive evidence, review the investigation arid prepare a written order, The order shall be sent by certified mail to all relevant panics within five (5) calendar days of the hearing unless otherwise stated at the hearing and prior to the city taking any action to abate the violation. The order shall describe the relevant facts relied upon, state the specific code provisions being relied Upon should a violation be found, and state any such other stipulations methods of abatement or orders as~ deemed necessary by the hearing officer. This includes the authority of the hearing officer to issue a Notice to Appear in municipal court for adjudication of the violation. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-310.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; MUNICIPAL COURT; PENALTY.&nbsp;<\/strong>The public officer or City Prosecutor may file a complaint in the municipal court and serve a Notice to Appear against any person who receives a Notice of Violation and does not correct the violation(s) within the allotted time and who does not request a hearing as described in 14-307 or against any person that has failed under the terms of an agreement to eliminate the nuisance. Upon such-complaint in the municipal court, any person forbid to be in violation of this Article shall upon conviction be punished by a fine of not less than $50.00 nor more than $100.00, or by imprisonment for not more than 30 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment for each offense, For the purposes of this Article, a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which such violation is permitted to exist. If upon conviction of a nuisance herein under and it appears to the court that the nuisance complained of is continuing, the court may enter such order as it shall deem appropriate to cause the nuisance to be abated.&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-311.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COSTS ASSESSED.&nbsp;<\/strong>If the city abates the conditions in violation of this Article, the cost of abatement shall be charged against the premises on which the conditions were located. The city clerk shall, at the time of certifying other taxes to the county clerk, certify the costs as provided in this Article. The county clerk shall extend the Same on the tax roll and it shall be collected by the county treasurer and paid to the city as other city taxes are collected and paid. The City in lieu of or in conjunction with, may use any other method of collecting the city\u2019s cost of abatement as is allowed by law. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-312.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; EMERGENCY ABATEMENT.&nbsp;<\/strong>In order to enforce the provisions of this Article, when the Public Officer or his\/her duly authorized representatives find and determine that the severity of the violation warrants immediate action, he\/she may cause the clean up or abate the violation thereof by any appropriate means. The cost of such emergency impoundment or abatement may be recovered by the City as provided in this Article. Such emergency impoundment or abatement will not relieve the person of further action which nay be taken by the City including but not limited to, liability for any violations of this Article or any other applicable provisions of state law and local ordinances. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-313.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; IMPOUNDMENT.<\/strong>&nbsp;Disposition of any motor vehicle removed and abated by the City from private property pursuant to this Article shall be as provided by K.S.A. Supp. 8-1 102, as amended. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-314.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; CONSTRUCTION.<\/strong>&nbsp;Nothing in this Article shall be Construed to abrogate or impair the powers of the court or of any department of the city to enforce any provisions of its laws nor to prevent or punish violations thereof. The powers conferred by this Article shall be in addition to and supplemental to the powers conferred by the Constitution by any other law or by ordinance. (Code 2009)<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-5456917d\" data-model-id=\"5456917d\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-5456917d\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=5456917d]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-5456917d\" id=\"section-5456917d\"><span>Junked Motor Vehicles On Private Property<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-5456917d\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-5456917d\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-1048d80d\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-1048d80d\"><div><strong>ARTICLE 3A. JUNKED MOTOR VEHICLES ON PRIVATE PROPERTY<\/strong><\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A01.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; FINDINGS OF GOVERNING BODY.&nbsp;<\/strong>The governing body finds that junked, wrecked, dismantled, inoperative or abandoned vehicles affect the health, safety and general welfare of citizens of the city because they:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Serves as a breeding ground for flies, mosquitoes, rats and other insects and rodents;<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Are a danger to persons, particularly children, because of broken glass, sharp metal protrusions, insecure mounting on blocks, jacks or other supports;<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Are a ready source of fire and explosion;<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Encourage pilfering and theft;<\/div>\n<div>(e)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Constitute a blighting influence upon the area in which they are located;<\/div>\n<div>(f)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Constitute a fire hazard because they frequently block access for fire equipment to adjacent buildings and structures.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A02.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DEFINITIONS.&nbsp;<\/strong>As used in this article, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Inoperable<\/u>&nbsp;- means a condition of being junked, wrecked, wholly or partially dismantled, discarded, abandoned or unable to perform the function or purpose for which it was originally constructed;<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Vehicle<\/u>&nbsp;- means, without limitation, any automobile, truck, tractor or motorcycle which as originally built contained an engine, regardless of whether it contains an engine at any other time.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A03.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; NUISANCES UNLAWFUL; DEFINED; EXCEPTIONS.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to maintain or permit any motor vehicle nuisance within the city.<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A motor vehicle nuisance is any motor vehicle which is not currently registered or tagged pursuant to K.S.A. 8-126 to 8-149 inclusive, as amended; or parked in violation of city ordinance; or incapable of moving under its own power; or in a junked, wrecked or inoperable condition. Any one of the following conditions shall raise the presumption that a vehicle is junked, wrecked or inoperable;<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Absence of a current registration plate upon the vehicle;<\/div>\n<div>(2) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Placement of the vehicle or parts thereof upon jacks, blocks, or other supports;<\/div>\n<div>(3)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Absence of one or more parts of the vehicle necessary for the lawful operation of the vehicle upon street or highway.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The provisions of this article shall not apply to:<\/div>\n<div>(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any motor vehicle which is enclosed in a garage or other building;<\/div>\n<div>(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; To the parking or storage of a vehicle inoperable for a period of 30 consecutive days or less; or<\/div>\n<div>(3)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; To any person conducting a business enterprise in compliance with existing zoning regulations or who places such vehicles behind screening of sufficient size, strength and density to screen such vehicles from the view of the public and to prohibit ready access to stored vehicles by children. However, nothing in this subsection shall be construed to authorize the maintenance of a public nuisance.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<br><br><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A04.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; PUBLIC OFFICER.<\/strong>&nbsp;The Police Chief shall serve as the public officer and shall be charged with the administration and enforcement of this article.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A05.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COMPLAINTS; INQUIRY AND INSPECTION.<\/strong>&nbsp; The public officer shall make inquiry and inspection of premises upon receiving a complaint or complaints in writing signed by two or more persons stating that a nuisance exists and describing the same and where located or is informed that a nuisance may exist by the board of health, chief of police or the fire chief. The public officer may make such inquiry and inspection when he or she observes conditions which appear to constitute a nuisance. Upon making any inquiry and inspection the public officer shall make a written report of findings. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A06.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; RIGHT OF ENTRY.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>The public officer has the right of access and entry upon private property at any reasonable time for the purpose of making inquiry and inspection to determine if a nuisance exists. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A07.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ORDER OF VIOLATION.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) The governing body shall serve upon the owner, any agent of the owner of the property or any other person, corporation, partnership or association found by the public officer to be in violation of section 8-303 an order stating the violation. The order shall be served on the owner or agent of such property by certified mail, return receipt requested, or by personal service. If the property is unoccupied and the owner is a nonresident, then by mailing the order by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the last known address of the owner.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If the owner or the agent of the owner of the property has failed to accept delivery or otherwise failed to effectuate receipt of a notice or order sent pursuant to this section during the preceding twenty-four month period, the governing body of the city may provide notice of the issuance of any further orders to abate or remove a nuisance from such property or provide notice of the order by such methods including, but not limited to, door hangers, conspicuously posting notice of such order on the property, personal notification, telephone communication or first class mail. If the property is unoccupied and the owner is a nonresident, notice provided by this section shall be given by telephone communication or first class mail. (K.S.A. 12-1 61 7e; Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A08.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SAME; CONTENTS.&nbsp;<\/strong>The order shall state the condition(s) which is (are) in violation of section 8-3A03. The notice shall also inform the person, corporation, partnership or association that<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He, she or they shall have 10 days from receipt of the order to abate the condition(s) in violation of section 8-3A03; or<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He, she or they have 10 days from receipt of the order to request a hearing before the governing body or its designated representative of the matter as provided by section 8-3A12;<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Failure to abate the condition(s) or to request a hearing within the time allowed may result in prosecution as provided by section 8-3A09 and\/or abatement of the condition(s) by the city as provided by section 8-3A10. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A09.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; FAILURE TO COMPLY; PENALTY.<\/strong>&nbsp;Should the person fail to comply with the notice to abate the nuisance or request a hearing, the public officer may file a complaint in the municipal court of the city against such person and upon conviction&nbsp;of any violation of provisions of section 8-3A03, be fined in an amount not to exceed $100.00 or be imprisoned not to exceed 30 days or be both fined and imprisoned. Each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues after notice has been served shall constitute an additional or separate offense. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A10.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ABATEMENT.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp; In addition to, or as an alternative to prosecution as provided in section 8-3A09, the public officer may seek to remedy violations of this article in the following manner. If a person to whom an order has been sent pursuant to section 8-3A07 has neither alleviated the conditions causing the alleged violation or requested a hearing before the governing body within the time period specified in section 8-3A08, the public officer may present a resolution to the governing body for adoption authorizing the public officer or other agents of the city to abate the conditions causing the violation at the end of 10 days after passage of the resolution.<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The resolution shall further provide that the costs incurred by the city shall be charged against the lot or parcel of ground on which the nuisance was located as provided in section 8-3A13. A copy of the resolution shall be served upon the person in violation in one of the following ways:<\/div>\n<div>(a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Personal service upon the person in violation;<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Service by certified mail, return receipt requested; or<\/div>\n<div>(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In the event the whereabouts of such person are unknown and the same cannot be ascertained in the exercise of reasonable diligence, an affidavit to that effect shall be made by the public officer and filed with the city clerk, and the serving of the resolution shall be made by publishing the same once each week for two consecutive weeks in the official city newspaper and by posting a copy of the resolution on the premises where such condition exists.<\/div>\n<div>(d)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; If the owner or the agent of the owner of the property has failed to accept delivery or otherwise failed to effectuate receipt of a notice or order sent pursuant to this section during the preceding twenty-four month period, the governing body of the city may provide notice of the issuance of any further orders to abate or remove a nuisance from such property or provide notice of the order by such methods including, but not limited to, door hangers, conspicuously posting notice of such order on the property, personal notification, telephone communication or first class mail. If the property is unoccupied and the owner is a nonresident, notice provided by this section shall be given by telephone communication or first class mail. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A11.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DISPOSITION OF VEHICLE; RECOVERY OF VEHICLE.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) Disposition of any motor vehicle removed and abated from private property pursuant to this article shall be as provided by K.S.A. Supp. 8-1102, as amended.<\/div>\n<div>(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Any person attempting to recover a motor vehicle impounded as provided in this article, shall show proof of valid registration and ownership of the motor vehicle before the motor vehicle shall be released. In addition, the person desiring the release of the motor vehicle shall pay all reasonable costs associated with the impoundment of the motor vehicle, the matter provided in section 8-3A10. (Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A13.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COSTS ASSESSED.&nbsp;<\/strong>If the city abates or removes the nuisance pursuant to section 8-3A1 0, the city shall give notice to the owner or his or her agent by certified mail, return receipt requested, of the total cost of the abatement or removal incurred by the city. The notice shall also state that the payment is due within 30 days following receipt of the notice. The city also may recover the cost of providing notice, including any postage, required by this section. The notice shall also state that if the cost of the removal or abatement is not paid within the 30-day period, the cost of the abatement or removal shall be collected in the manner provided by K.S.A. 12-1,115, and amendments thereto, or shall be assessed as special assessments and charged against the lot or parcel of land on which the nuisance was located and the city clerk, at the time of certifying other city taxes, shall certify the unpaid portion of the costs and the county clerk shall extend the same on the tax rolls of the county against such lot or parcel of land and it shall be collected by the county treasurer and paid to the city as other city taxes are collected and paid. The city may pursue collection both by levying a special assessment and in the manner provided by K.S.A. 12-1,115, and amendments thereto, but only until the full cost and applicable interest has been paid in full. (Code 2009) including transportation and storage fees, prior to the release of the motor vehicle.&nbsp;(Code 2009<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div><strong>8-3A12.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; HEARING.<\/strong>&nbsp;If a hearing is requested within the 10 day period as provided in section 8-3A08, such request shall be made in writing to the governing body. Failure to make a timely request for a hearing shall constitute a waiver of the person\u2019s right to contest the findings of the public officer. The hearing shall be held by the governing body or its designated representative as soon as possible after the filing of the request therefore, and the person shall be advised by the city of the time and place of the hearing at least five days in advance thereof. At any such hearing, the person may be represented by counsel, and the person and the city may introduce such witnesses and evidence as is deemed necessary and proper by the governing body or its designated representative. The hearing need not be conducted according to the formal rules of evidence. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the findings of the governing body or its designated representative shall be prepared in resolution form, adopted by the governing body, and the resolution shall be served upon the person inthe matter provided in Section 8-3A10.&nbsp; (Code 2009)<br><br><strong>8-3A13.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COSTS ASSESSED.<\/strong>&nbsp; If the city abatesor removes the nuisance pursuant to Section 8-3A10, the city shall give notice to the owner or his or her agent by certifiedmail, return receipt requested, of the total cost of the abatement or removal incurred by the city.&nbsp; The notice shall also state that the payment is due within 30 days following receipt of the notice.&nbsp; The city also may recover the cost of providing notice, including any postage, required by this section.&nbsp; The notice shall also state that if the cost of the removal or abatement is not paid within the 30-day period, the cost of the abatement or removal shall be collected in the manner provided by K.S.A. 12-1, 115, and amendments thereto, or shall be assessed asspecial assessments and charged against the lot or parcel of land on which the nuisance was located and the city clerk, at the time of certifying other city taxes, shall certify the unpaid portion of the costs and the county clerk shall extend the same on the tax rolls of the county against such lot or parcel of land and it shall be collected by the county treasurer and paid to the city as other city taxes are collected and paid.&nbsp; The city may pusue collection both by levying a special assessment and in the manner provided by K.S.A&gt; 12-1, 115, and amendments thereto, but only until the full cost and applicable interest has been paid in full.&nbsp; (Code 2009)<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-50de126d\" data-model-id=\"50de126d\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-50de126d\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=50de126d]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-50de126d\" id=\"section-50de126d\"><span>Sidewalks<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-50de126d\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-50de126d\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-b5710301\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-b5710301\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>ARTICLE 1. SIDEWALKS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>13-101.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;PERMIT REQUIRED.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful to construct, reconstruct or repair any sidewalk within the city until the plans first have been approved by the governing body and a permit issued for such work by the city clerk. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-102.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SIDEWALK GRADE.<\/strong>&nbsp;Hereafter all sidewalks constructed or reconstructed in the city shall be constructed on the established grade. When the governing body shall order a sidewalk constructed as hereafter provided, the city shall pay the cost of bringing the street to grade for the sidewalk. Where no grade has been established, the owner of abutting property may construct a sidewalk on the natural grade. If the grade has been established, the city clerk shall furnish the property owner with the official grade by reference to a stated distance above or below the street grade. (K.S.A. 12-1801, 12-1807; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-103.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SAME; SPECIFICATIONS.&nbsp;<\/strong>Hereafter all sidewalks shall be of single- course construction and shall be constructed and laid in accordance with standard plans and specifications hereby adopted by reference and filed in the office of the city clerk as provided by K.S.A. 12-1802. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to construct, reconstruct or repair any sidewalk except as provided by this article. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-104.<em>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/em><strong>SAME; PETITION<\/strong>. When a petition signed by no fewer than 10 citizens owning real estate in the city requesting construction of a sidewalk is filed with the city clerk, the governing body may in its discretion, by a resolution, order such sidewalk constructed as herein provided. (K.S.A. 12-1 803; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-105.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SAME; CONDEMNATION, RECONSTRUCTION.<\/strong>&nbsp;When any sidewalk, in the opinion of the governing body, become inadequate or unsafe for travel thereon, the governing body may adopt a resolution condemning such walk and providing for the construction of a new walk in the place of the walk condemned.&nbsp;&nbsp;K.S.A. 12-1 804; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-106.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;NOTICE; PUBLICATION.<\/strong>&nbsp;The resolution providing for the construction or reconstruction of a sidewalk, as the case may be, shall give the owner of the abutting property not less than 30 days nor more than 60 days after its publication one time in the official city paper in which to construct or cause to be constructed or reconstructed the sidewalk at his or her own expense. If the sidewalk is not constructed by the property owner within the time specified, the governing body shall cause the work to be done by contract. (K.S.A. 12-1805; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-107.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>RIGHT OF ABUTTING OWNER<\/strong>. Nothing in this article shall be construed to prohibit the owner of property abutting on a street, who desires to construct or reconstruct a sidewalk at his or her own expense and in accordance with official plans and specifications for the purpose and which meet such other requirements as would have to be met if the sidewalk were constructed or reconstructed by the city, to construct or reconstruct a sidewalk without any petition or a condemning resolution by the governing body. If such property owner desires the sidewalk to be constructed and reconstructed by the city and an assessment levied as provided by law in other cases, he or she shall file a request with the governing body. The governing body, in its discretion, may provide for the construction or reconstruction of the sidewalk requested in the same manner as in other cases where citizens or taxpayers petition the governing body. (K.S.A. 12-1 806; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13-108.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>REPAIRS BY OWNER OR CITY.&nbsp;<\/strong>It shall be the duty of the owner of the abutting property to keep the sidewalk in repair, but the city may, after giving five days\u2019 notice to the owner or his or her agent, if known, of the necessity for making repairs or without notice if the lot or piece of land is unoccupied, make all necessary repairs at anytime. The same shall be done and the cost thereof assessed against the lot or piece of land abutting on the sidewalk so repaired as may be provided by law. (K.S.A. 12-1 808; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-109.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>PERFORMANCE, STATUTORY BOND.<\/strong>&nbsp;In any case where the reconstruction or construction of a sidewalk is required to be done by contract as provided in section 13-106 hereof, the governing body may require the contractor to give a bond for the faithful performance of the contract and for the construction of the sidewalk in accordance with the plans and specifications, ordinances of the city or laws of Kansas, and for all contracts exceeding $1,000 entered into by the city for any such purpose a statutory lien bond required by K.S.A. 60-1 111 shall be furnished. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-110.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>OBSTRUCTING SIDEWALKS.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to build or construct any step or other obstruction, whether temporary or permanent, or to store, leave or allow to be left any implements, tools, merchandise, goods, containers, benches, display or show cases, on any sidewalks or other public ways in the city or to obstruct the same longer than is necessary for loading or unloading any such article or object. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;13-111.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SAME; EXCEPTION.&nbsp;<\/strong>The governing body may authorize the granting of temporary permits in connection with a building or moving permit for limited times only to the owner of property abutting on any sidewalk to use or encumber such sidewalk or public way of the city during the construction of any building or improvement thereon. No permit shall be issued for such purpose until plans for warning and safeguarding the public during such use of sidewalks shall have been submitted by the owner or his or her contractor and approved by the governing body. (Code 1988)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-b6836db5\" data-model-id=\"b6836db5\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-b6836db5\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=b6836db5]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-b6836db5\" id=\"section-b6836db5\"><span>Streets<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-b6836db5\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-b6836db5\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-7a617745\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-7a617745\"><p class=\"p2\" align=\"center\"><b>ARTICLE 2. STREETS<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-201.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>EXCAVATION PERMIT<\/b>. No person, other than authorized city employees, shall dig or excavate any hole, ditch, trench or tunnel in or under any street, alley, sidewalk, park or other public property or public easement through private property without first having secured a permit for such excavation. Application shall be made to the city clerk. (Ord. 367, Sec. 1; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-202.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>SAME; BOND.<\/b>&nbsp;(a) No permit authorized in this article shall be issued until the applicant has given to the city a good and sufficient bond in the sum of $5,000 conditioned that the applicant will faithfully comply with all the terms and conditions of this article, and will indemnify and hold the city harmless against all costs, expenses, damages and injuries by persons or by the city sustained by reason of the carelessness or negligence of the permit holder. No bond for this purpose shall run for longer than two years without being renewed. The bond shall remain in full force and effect as to each excavation for two years after the same has been made or completed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;Any utility operating under a franchise or a contractor under contract with the city for municipal improvement shall not be required to give bond as provided in subsection (a).<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;Each bond given under this section shall be approved by the city attorney and filed with the city clerk.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-203.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>SAME; FILED.<\/b>&nbsp;If the application is approved by the city, the city clerk shall issue a permit upon payment of a fee of $5.00. Each permit issued under the provisions of this section shall cover only one specified excavation. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-204.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>SAME; BARRICADES.<\/b>&nbsp;Any person to whom an excavation permit is issued shall enclose all excavations which they make with sufficient barricades and danger signs at all times, and shall maintain sufficient warning lights or flares at nighttime. The holder of an excavation permit shall take all necessary precautions to guard the public against all accidents from the beginning of the work to the completion of the same. (Ord. 367, Sec. 2; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-205.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>SAME; UNLAWFUL ACTS.<\/b>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person, except those having authority from the city or any officer thereof to throw down, interfere with or remove any barriers, barricades, or lights placed in any street to guard and warn the traveling public of any construction work thereon or adjacent thereto. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-206.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>CUTTING CURBS; PAVEMENT.<\/b>&nbsp;(a) No person shall cut any curb, gutter, pavement, blacktop, sidewalk or excavate any street, alley or other public grounds of the city for any purpose without first obtaining a permit authorizing the same from the city clerk.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;Once the work for which the excavation was made has been completed the city shall restore the pavement, blacktop, sidewalk or other surfacing at the expense of the person from whom the excavation was made.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(c)&nbsp;In lieu of the city replacing pavement, it may elect to authorize utility companies or contractors to resurface streets or sidewalks with like materials, subject to approval of the street superintendent.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Ord. 367, Secs. 3:4; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-207.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>ALTERING DRAINAGE.<\/b>&nbsp;No person shall change or alter any gutter, storm sewer, drain or drainage structure which has been constructed, or is being lawfully maintained or controlled by the city unless such change or alteration has been authorized or directed by the governing body. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-208.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>UNFINISHED PAVEMENT.<\/b>&nbsp;No person shall walk upon, drive or ride over or across any pavement, sidewalk or incomplete grading which has not been opened fortraffic. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-209.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>USING STREETS.<\/b>&nbsp;(a) No person shall occupy any portion of any street, alley or sidewalk for the purpose of temporarily storing building materials without first obtaining a permit for such temporary use from the governing body.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;No person may use any portion of any sidewalk or street right-of- way for the purpose of displaying or offering for sale wares, goods, merchandise or other items. Nothing in this article, however, shall be construed as prohibiting the city governing body from temporarily waiving the prohibition of this subsection in connection with community promotions or community-wide celebrations when such waiver is considered to be in the best interest of the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-210.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>DANGEROUS OBJECTS IN<\/b>. It shall be unlawful for any person to place, throw or cause to be placed or thrown in or on any street, alley, sidewalk or other public grounds of the city, any glass, tacks, nails, bottles, wire or other dangerous objects that might wound any person or animal, or cut or puncture any pneumatic tire while passing over the same. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-211.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>PETROLEUM PRODUCTS IN STREETS.<\/b>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to deposit or throw any waste oil, fuel oil, kerosene, gasoline or other products of petroleum or any acids into or upon any street or public grounds of the city, or willfully to permit the same to be spilled, dripped or otherwise to come into contact with the surface of any street, alley, or sidewalk within the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-212.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>DISCHARGING WATER ON STREETS.<\/b>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to throw or discharge water into any ditch, street, avenue or alley in the city or to cause any water to stand or form pools or to flow in a stream thereon. This section shall not apply to persons cleaning or flushing such streets, avenues or alleys under the authority of the governing body, nor to members of the fire department. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-213.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>BURNING IN STREETS.<\/b>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to make or cause to be made, any fire upon any of the paved streets, alleys, or street intersections within the city. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-214.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>THROWING IN STREETS.<\/b>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful to throw or bat any ball, stone, or other hard substance into, on or across any street or alley or at or against any building or vehicle. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-215.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>HAULING LOOSE MATERIAL<\/b>. It shall be unlawful to haul over the streets or alleys of this city any loose material of any kind except in a vehicle so constructed or maintained as to prevent the splashing or spilling of any of the substances therein contained upon the streets or alleys. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;13-216.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>DRAGGING OBJECTS IN STREETS.<\/b>&nbsp;(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to drag anything upon the streets of the city, which may cause damage to the streets or make or cause dirt or dust and discomfort to the resident of the city.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;All trees or shrubs taken to the city dump ground must be loaded on a truck or hauled to the dump ground.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Ord. 338, Secs. 1:2)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-8b71d762\" data-model-id=\"8b71d762\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-8b71d762\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=8b71d762]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-8b71d762\" id=\"section-8b71d762\"><span>Snow And Ice<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-8b71d762\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-8b71d762\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-edbb4f58\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-edbb4f58\"><p class=\"p2\" align=\"center\"><b>ARTICLE 4. SNOW AND ICE<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-401.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>SNOW AND ICE TO BE REMOVED.<\/b>&nbsp;(a) It shall be unlawful for the owner and\/or the occupant of any lots abutting upon any sidewalks to fail to cause to be removed from such sidewalks all snow and ice within 12 hours from the time that the snow fall or ice storm ceases. If the snow falls or ice accumulates upon the sidewalks in the nighttime, removal of same must be made within 12 hours after sunrise on the following day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (b)&nbsp;&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to place snow removed from private property upon any public street, alley or sidewalk.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-402.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>SAME: EXCEPTION; ALTERNATE REMEDY.<\/b>&nbsp;Where there shall be ice or compacted snow on any such sidewalk of such a character as to make it practically impossible to remove the same, the sprinkling of ashes, sand or other noncorrosive chemicals on the accumulation of ice or snow in such a manner as to make such sidewalk reasonably safe for pedestrian travel shall be deemed a sufficient compliance with the provisions of this article until the ice or snow can be removed. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-403.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>SAME; PENALTY<\/b>. That any person violating the provisions of section 13-401 shall, upon conviction, be fined $25.00. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">13-404.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>REMOVAL MAY BE MADE BY CITY.<\/b>&nbsp;If any owner or occupant of any lot or lots shall refuse or neglect to clean or remove from the sidewalk abutting the lot or lots all snow and ice within the time specified, the city may cause such snow and ice to be removed from sidewalks and the cost thereof shall be assessed against such abutting lot or lots, and the city clerk shall certify the same to the county clerk for collection as provided by law. (Code 2009)<\/p>\n<p>13-405.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<b>COSTS ON TAX ROLLS.<\/b>&nbsp;The city clerk shall, at the time of certifying other city taxes to the county clerk, certify the unpaid costs for removal of snow or ice performed under the authority of section 13-404 and the county clerk shall extend the same on the tax roll of the county against the lot or parcel of ground. The cost of such work shall be paid from the general fund or other proper fund of the city, and such fund shall be reimbursed when payments therefore are received or when such assessments are collected and received by the city. (Code 2009)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-bb5881d7\" data-model-id=\"bb5881d7\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-bb5881d7\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=bb5881d7]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-bb5881d7\" id=\"section-bb5881d7\"><span>Fireworks<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-bb5881d7\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-bb5881d7\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-1c485fd9\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-1c485fd9\"><p class=\"p2\" align=\"center\"><strong>ARTICLE 3. FIREWORKS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-301.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>FIREWORKS DEFINED.<\/strong>&nbsp;For purposes of this article, the term \u201cfireworks\u201d shall mean those items as defined by the rules and regulations of the Kansas state fire marshal, and shall include but not be limited to:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Firecrackers, torpedoes, sparklers, Roman candles, sky rockets, pin wheels, cap or toy pistols (except such pistols or any like device designed to discharge paper caps containing not more than .25 of grains of explosive mixture), canes, bombs, cannons or other like devices and all classes of fireworks that may be shot into the air or propelled over the ground by explosive discharges or any device using blank cartridges.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-302.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;FIREWORKS PROHIBITED.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) Except as provided in sections 7-303:306; it shall be unlawful for any person to keep, store, display for sale, fire, discharge or explode any fireworks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nothing in this article shall be construed as applying to:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Toy paper caps containing not more than .25 of a grain of explosive composition per cap;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The manufacture, storage, sale or authorized use of signals necessary for the safe operation of railroads or other classes of public or private transportation;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The military or naval forces of the United States or of this state while in the performance of official duty;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Law enforcement officers while in the performance of official duty; or<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The sale or use of blank cartridges for ceremonial, theatrical or athletic events.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-303.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SAME: EXCEPTIONS; DISCHARGES.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) Section 7-302 of this article shall not apply to the fire or discharge of fireworks in the city between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. on July 3rd through July 5th.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The governing body of the city may, in its discretion, grant permission at any time for the public display of fireworks by responsible individuals or organizations when such display or displays shall be of such a character and so located, discharged and fired as shall not be a fire hazard or endanger persons or surrounding property.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Ord. 357, Sec. 1; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-304.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>SAME: EXCEPTION; SALE OF FIREWORKS.<\/strong>&nbsp;Fireworks may be sold between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. commencing June 27th and through July 4th of each year. (Ord. 357, Sec. 1; Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-305.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;APPROVED FIREWORKS; BOTTLE ROCKETS PROHIBITED.&nbsp;<\/strong>(a) All fireworks offered for sale and discharged within the city shall be of a type that has been tested and approved for sale and use within the state by the state fire marshal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bottle rockets and other similar self-propelled firework or fireworks devices consisting of a tube and attached guiding stock or rod shall not be sold or discharged in the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-306.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>DISCHARGE ON STREETS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY PROHIBITED.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to discharge, ignite or fire any fireworks upon any public street, alley or avenue or in any park or public place within the city. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-307.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>THROWING PROHIBITED.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful for any person to throw; cast or propel fireworks of any kind in the direction of or into the path of any animal, person or group of persons, or from, in the direction of or into any vehicle of any kind. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-308.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;SALE OF FIREWORKS; WHERE PROHIBITED.<\/strong>&nbsp;(a) It shall be unlawful for fireworks to be stored, sold or displayed for sale in a place of business where paint, oils, varnishes, turpentine or gasoline or other flammable substances are kept, unless such fireworks are in a separate and distinct section or department of the premises.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Where the fire chief deems there is a fire hazard, he or she is hereby authorized to have such hazard abated&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-309.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>RETAIL DISPLAY OF FIREWORKS.&nbsp;<\/strong>(a) All retailers are forbidden to expose fireworks where the sun shines through glass on the merchandise displayed, except where such fireworks are in the original package.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;All fireworks displayed for sale must remain in original packages, except where an attendant is on constant duty at all times where such fireworks are on display; provided, that fireworks in open stock may be kept in show cases or counters out of the reach of the public without an attendant being on duty.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(c)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Signs reading \u201cFireworks for Sale - No Smoking Allowed\u201d shall be displayed in the section of a store or premises set aside for the sale of fireworks. (Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-310.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>FIRE EXTINGUISHERS REQUIRED<\/strong>. (a) Two functioning and approved fire extinguishers must be provided and kept in close proximity to the stock of fireworks in all permanent buildings where fireworks are stored, sold or displayed for sale.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Small stands, temporarily erected to be used as a place for storing and selling fireworks only, shall have one such fire extinguisher, or in lieu of the fire extinguisher, a pressurized water hose with nozzle end within five feet of the fireworks stand.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">7-311.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>RESTRICTIONS AS TO GASOLINE INSTALLATIONS.<\/strong>&nbsp;It shall be unlawful to store, keep, sell, display for sale or discharge any fireworks within 50 feet of any gasoline pump, gasoline filling station, gasoline bulk station or any building in which gasoline or volatile liquids are sold in quantities in excess of one gallon, except in stores where cleaners, paints and oils are handled in sealed containers only.&nbsp;&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/p>\n<p>7-312.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;AUTHORITY OF POLICE CHIEF.&nbsp;<\/strong>The police chief is authorized to seize and confiscate all fireworks which may be kept, stored or used in violation of any section of this article, and all of the rules of the state fire marshal. He or she shall dispose of all such fireworks as may be directed by the governing body. (Code 1988)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-30 vce-row-equal-height vce-row-content--top\" id=\"el-b6174612\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-b6174612\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-84dea670\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-84dea670\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-84dea670\"><div class=\"vce vce-separator-with-title-container vce-separator-with-title--align-center\" id=\"el-d94b64d0\" data-vce-do-apply=\"margin el-d94b64d0\"><div class=\"vce-separator-with-title vce-separator-with-title--color-ba-4-53-129-0-54 vce-separator-with-title--width-100\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border padding background  el-d94b64d0\"><div class=\"vce-separator-with-title--line vce-separator-with-title--line--style-solid vce-separator-with-title-line--thickness-1 vce-separator-with-title--line-left\"><\/div><h3 class=\"vce-separator-with-title--title vce-separator-with-title--title--color-b-4-53-129\">Building And Zoning<\/h3><div class=\"vce-separator-with-title--line vce-separator-with-title--line--style-solid vce-separator-with-title-line--thickness-1 vce-separator-with-title--line-right\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-30 vce-row-equal-height vce-row-content--top\" id=\"el-6dbdfec3\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-6dbdfec3\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-fb8610b7\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-fb8610b7\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-fb8610b7\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion vce vce-classic-accordion-align--left vce-classic-accordion-border-color--D8D8D8\" id=\"el-d085079b\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-d085079b\" data-active-section=\"1\" data-close-on-click=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panels-container\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panels\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"Classic accordion\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-7c8e40c8\" data-model-id=\"7c8e40c8\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-7c8e40c8\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=7c8e40c8]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"el-7c8e40c8\" id=\"section-7c8e40c8\"><span>Building Inspector<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-7c8e40c8\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-7c8e40c8\" style=\"\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-eb7a8dba\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-eb7a8dba\"><p>Currently position is unassigned\/vacated.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-2d7b8d80\" data-model-id=\"2d7b8d80\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-2d7b8d80\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=2d7b8d80]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-2d7b8d80\" id=\"section-2d7b8d80\"><span>General Zoning Requirements<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-2d7b8d80\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-2d7b8d80\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-4b0ada06\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-4b0ada06\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/cantonks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/general_zoning_requirements.pdf\" class=\"pdfemb-viewer\" style=\"\" data-width=\"max\" data-height=\"max\" data-toolbar=\"bottom\" data-toolbar-fixed=\"off\">general_zoning_requirements<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-be96cf42\" data-model-id=\"be96cf42\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-be96cf42\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=be96cf42]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-be96cf42\" id=\"section-be96cf42\"><span>Residential Zoning<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-be96cf42\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-be96cf42\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-eece2afb\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-eece2afb\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/cantonks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/00184201403240404585740.pdf\" class=\"pdfemb-viewer\" style=\"\" data-width=\"max\" data-height=\"max\" data-toolbar=\"bottom\" data-toolbar-fixed=\"off\">00184201403240404585740<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-8fd4a821\" data-model-id=\"8fd4a821\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-8fd4a821\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=8fd4a821]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-8fd4a821\" id=\"section-8fd4a821\"><span>Business District Zoning<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-8fd4a821\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-8fd4a821\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-b74c566a\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-b74c566a\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/cantonks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/business_district_zoning.pdf\" class=\"pdfemb-viewer\" style=\"\" data-width=\"max\" data-height=\"max\" data-toolbar=\"bottom\" data-toolbar-fixed=\"off\">business_district_zoning<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-786ea5c7\" data-model-id=\"786ea5c7\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-786ea5c7\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=786ea5c7]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-786ea5c7\" id=\"section-786ea5c7\"><span>Commercial Zoning<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-786ea5c7\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-786ea5c7\" style=\"height: 0px;\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-b804d057\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-b804d057\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/cantonks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/commercial_district_zoning.pdf\" class=\"pdfemb-viewer\" style=\"\" data-width=\"max\" data-height=\"max\" data-toolbar=\"bottom\" data-toolbar-fixed=\"off\">commercial_district_zoning<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-00c71240\" data-model-id=\"00c71240\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-00c71240\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=00c71240]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-00c71240\" id=\"section-00c71240\"><span>Building Permit Application<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-00c71240\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-00c71240\" style=\"\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-9b5e087d\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-9b5e087d\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/cantonks.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/building_permit_application_form_revised.doc\">building_permit_application_form_revised<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-30 vce-row-equal-height vce-row-content--top\" id=\"el-c1f4091f\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-c1f4091f\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-82377c7b\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-82377c7b\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-82377c7b\"><div class=\"vce vce-separator-with-title-container vce-separator-with-title--align-center\" id=\"el-0d1c6893\" data-vce-do-apply=\"margin el-0d1c6893\"><div class=\"vce-separator-with-title vce-separator-with-title--color-ba-4-53-129-0-54 vce-separator-with-title--width-100\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border padding background  el-0d1c6893\"><div class=\"vce-separator-with-title--line vce-separator-with-title--line--style-solid vce-separator-with-title-line--thickness-1 vce-separator-with-title--line-left\"><\/div><h3 class=\"vce-separator-with-title--title vce-separator-with-title--title--color-b-4-53-129\">City Code<\/h3><div class=\"vce-separator-with-title--line vce-separator-with-title--line--style-solid vce-separator-with-title-line--thickness-1 vce-separator-with-title--line-right\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-row-container\" data-vce-boxed-width=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-row vce-row--col-gap-30 vce-row-equal-height vce-row-content--top\" id=\"el-bb382b24\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-bb382b24\"><div class=\"vce-row-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-col vce-col--md-auto vce-col--xs-1 vce-col--xs-last vce-col--xs-first vce-col--sm-last vce-col--sm-first vce-col--md-last vce-col--lg-last vce-col--xl-last vce-col--md-first vce-col--lg-first vce-col--xl-first\" id=\"el-30691b99\"><div class=\"vce-col-inner\" data-vce-do-apply=\"border margin background  el-30691b99\"><div class=\"vce-col-content\" data-vce-element-content=\"true\" data-vce-do-apply=\"padding el-30691b99\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion vce vce-classic-accordion-align--left vce-classic-accordion-border-color--D8D8D8\" id=\"el-6618a558\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-6618a558\" data-active-section=\"1\" data-close-on-click=\"true\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panels-container\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panels\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"Classic accordion\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-d2e7685d\" data-model-id=\"d2e7685d\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-d2e7685d\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=d2e7685d]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-d2e7685d\" id=\"section-d2e7685d\"><span>Fire Limits<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-d2e7685d\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-d2e7685d\" style=\"height: 0px;\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-d63782f8\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-d63782f8\"><div>4-101 &nbsp;FIRE LIMITS ESTABLISHED. The following shall be and are hereby declared<br>to be the fire limits of the city:<\/div>\n<div>All parcels, pieces and tracts of land within the limits and boundaries of the City<br>of Canton, McPherson County.<\/div>\n<div>(Ord. 261, Sec. 1, Code 2009)&nbsp;<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel\" id=\"el-52a771f3\" data-model-id=\"52a771f3\" data-vce-content=\".vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-section-inner\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-heading\"><a class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-title\" href=\"#el-52a771f3\" data-vce-target=\"[data-model-id=52a771f3]\" data-vce-use-cache=\"false\" data-vce-classic-accordion-element=\"\" data-vce-container=\".vce-classic-accordion-inner\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-52a771f3\" id=\"section-52a771f3\"><span>Building Code<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-panel-body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"section-52a771f3\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-52a771f3\" style=\"\" hidden=\"hidden\"><div class=\"vce-classic-accordion-element-container\" data-js-panel-body=\"\"><div class=\"vce-text-block\"><div class=\"vce-text-block-wrapper vce\" id=\"el-10dfb790\" data-vce-do-apply=\"all el-10dfb790\"><p>ARTICLE 2. BUILDING CODE<\/p>\n<div>\n<div>4-201. &nbsp;DEFINITIONS. As used in this article, the words and phrases herein defined<br>shall have the following meanings unless the context otherwise requires:<\/div>\n<div>(a) Whenever the word&nbsp;<u>municipality<\/u>&nbsp;is used in the building code, it shall&nbsp;be<br>held to mean the City of Canton, Kansas;<\/div>\n<div>(b) Whenever the term&nbsp;<u>corporation counsel<\/u>&nbsp;is used in the building code, it<br>shall be held to mean the city attorney of the City of Canton;<\/div>\n<div>(c) Whenever the term&nbsp;<u>building official<\/u>&nbsp;is used in the building code, it shall<br>be held to mean the building inspector or his or her authorized designee.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-202. &nbsp; INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE INCORPORATED. There is hereby&nbsp;adopted and incorporated by reference, for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for the construction, alteration, removal, demolition, equipment, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of buildings and structures, the International Building Code, 2003 Edition, as recommended by the International Conference of Building Officials, such code being made as a part of the ordinances and code of the city as if the same had been set out in full herein, all as authorized and in the manner prescribed by K.S.A.&nbsp;12-3009 through 12-3012 including any amendments thereto. No fewer than three copies of the International Building Code, 2003<br>Edition, shall be marked or stamped \"Official Copy as Incorporated by the Code of&nbsp;the City of Canton,\" and shall be filed with the city clerk to be open to inspection and available to the public at all reasonable hours of business.&nbsp;Any person violating any provision of such code shall be punished as provided&nbsp;in section 1-116 of this code.<br>(Code 2009)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div>4-203. &nbsp; ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS.&nbsp;The following sections of this article are in&nbsp;addition to the provisions of the standard code incorporated by reference in section 4-202. (Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-204. &nbsp; BUILDING OFFICIAL; POWERS; DUTIES. (a) This and other articles of the city relating generally to building and structures shall be administered and enforced by the building inspector.&nbsp;The mayor shall act as chief building official and may assume the responsibilities of&nbsp;or with the consent and approval of the governing body appoint a building inspector and such other assistants as may be advisable for the issuance of building permits and the inspection of building work.<\/div>\n<div>(b) The building inspector&nbsp;shall prepare such application, permit,&nbsp;inspection&nbsp;and record forms as may be required for the purposes of the article. The building inspector may make and promulgate the necessary rules and regulations to obtain conformity with this article pertaining to the making of applications for&nbsp;building permits, issuing of building permits and inspecting of buildings and building works.<br>(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-205. &nbsp; BUILDING INSPECTOR; APPOINTMENT. The mayor may assume the responsibilities of or appoint some qualified officer or employee of the city to be and perform the duties of building inspector as may be required,&nbsp;subject to the consent and approval of the governing body.<br>(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-206. &nbsp; SAME; DUTIES.&nbsp;The building inspector shall have the following duties:&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div>(a) To enforce all&nbsp;regulations relating to construction, alteration, repair,&nbsp;removal and demolition of building and structures;<\/div>\n<div>(b) May permit, with the approval of the governing body, on the basis of duly authenticated reports from&nbsp;recognized sources, the use of new materials or modes of construction, not provided for&nbsp;in this article, and may, for the purpose of carrying out the intent of this article adopt an accepted standard of material or workmanlike practices of federal or state bureaus, national, technical organizations or fire underwriters;<\/div>\n<div>(c) To examine all buildings in the process of erection, construction, alteration&nbsp;or&nbsp;relocation in the city for the purpose of determining whether the work is in compliance with the permit given and in compliance with the regulations of the city pertaining to such work, including zoning regulations; and;<\/div>\n<div>(d) To keep comprehensive records of applications, of permits or certificates issued, of inspections made, of reports rendered, and of notices or orders issued.&nbsp;All such records shall be open to public inspection during stated office hours, but shall not be removed from the office of the building official without his or&nbsp;her written&nbsp;consent.&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 4-207. &nbsp; SAME; POWERS.&nbsp;The building inspector shall have the following powers:<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; (a) To enter&nbsp;any building or structure or premises at any reasonable hour, whether complete or in the process of erection, to perform the duties contained in this chapter;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div>(b) To adopt and enforce all such prudent emergency measures as he or she&nbsp;may deem necessary and expedient for the public safety under the laws of the city;&nbsp;<\/div>\n<div>(c) May cause any work done in violation of this chapter to be discontinued&nbsp;until&nbsp;he or&nbsp;she shall&nbsp;have satisfactory evidence that the work will be done in accordance with&nbsp;the building regulations of the city, subject to the&nbsp;right of any builder or owner to appeal to the governing body.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-208. &nbsp; SAME; RIGHT OF ENTRY.&nbsp;The building inspector, or his or her&nbsp;agent, upon&nbsp;proper identification, shall have authority to enter any building,&nbsp;structure or&nbsp;premises at any reasonable hour to perform his or her duties as set out in this chapter.<br>(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-209. &nbsp; CLARIFICATION; MODIFICATION.&nbsp;(a)&nbsp;The governing body shall be the final&nbsp;determiner of the scope and meaning of all provisions of the building code which<br>may be unclear, ambiguous, or requiring interpretation.<\/div>\n<div>(b) The building inspector shall have power to modify any of the provisions&nbsp;of the building code upon application in writing by the owner or lessee or his or her authorized agent, when there are practical difficulties in the way of carrying out the strict&nbsp;letter of the code. In approving modifications, the building inspector shall see that the spirit of the code is observed, public safety secured and substantial justice done.&nbsp;The particulars of a modification when granted or allowed and the decision of the inspector thereon shall be entered upon the records of the building inspector and a signed copy shall&nbsp;be furnished to the applicant.<\/div>\n<div>(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-210. &nbsp; BUILDING PERMIT REQUIRED; APPLICATION; APPROVAL.&nbsp;It shall be&nbsp;unlawful for any person to hereafter erect or cause to be erected within the city any building or structure of any kind or enlarge or add to the outside dimension thereof, or&nbsp;relocate any building or structure already erected or which may hereafter be erected or remodel any building or structure within the city without a building permit being first obtained therefor from the city clerk, after approval by the chief building official or his or her duly authorized assistant.&nbsp;The application for such permit shall<br>be made and the permit obtained before work is commenced upon any building or structure or the foundation thereof, or before the removal of any building begins.<br>(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 4-211. &nbsp; APPLICATION INFORMATION REQUIRED.&nbsp;(a) A building permit shall be&nbsp;issued upon an application in writing to the office of City Clerk on a form or forms provided for&nbsp;the purpose. The applicant shall provide the following information:<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; (1) The name of the legal owner of the lot or tract of ground;<\/div>\n<div>(2) The legal description and street address of the building or structure;<br>(3) The type of building work proposed;<\/div>\n<div>(4) The outside dimensions of the building by floors and dimensions of the&nbsp;basement (if any);<\/div>\n<div>(5) The class of occupancy;<br>(6) The class of construction;<\/div>\n<div>(7) The kind of materials to be used for walls, floors, ceilings,&nbsp;roofs,&nbsp;and foundations;<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; (8) The estimated cost of the work;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;(9) The date work will commence;<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; (10) The expected date of completion, not to exceed one year from date of&nbsp;issuance of the permit;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div>(11) Name and address of contractor or contractors doing the work;<\/div>\n<div>(12) Such other information as may be pertinent to the issuance of the&nbsp;required permit.<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;(b) An application for a building permit shall be signed by the owner or&nbsp;his or&nbsp;her duly authorized agent, or a building contractor licensed by the city. If the application is made by the owner or his or her agent, it shall contain the name or&nbsp;names of the licensed contractor or contractors doing the work described, or a building permit may be issued to the owner upon his or her application disclosing&nbsp;satisfactory evidence that the proposed work will be performed by the owner individually and not by licensed contractor, and likewise subject to the final&nbsp;approval of the building inspector for work performed.<\/div>\n<div>(c) Upon approval of the completed application and a determination that a permit should be issued, the chief building official or desiqnee shall issue a permit to the owner or contractor authorizing the building work covered by the application.<\/div>\n<div>(d) Any building permit issued under this section shall be valid for a period&nbsp;not to exceed 12 months from date of issuance. In the event that the work is not able to be completed within the 12 month period, the owner must request an additional period of time for completion and extension of the building permit.&nbsp;The owner shall appear before the City Council prior to final approval of the chief building official or designee, unless such appearance is waived in writing by the City<br>Clerk.<\/div>\n<div>(Ord.&nbsp;537, Sec. 1;&nbsp;Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>4-212. &nbsp; SAME; PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS.&nbsp;Whenever an application for&nbsp;a<br>building permit is made, the chief building official may, if he or she finds it necessary<br>to determine whether building work described in the application will comply with the<br>laws pertaining to such work, require that the applicant file a written description or<br>drawing of the proposed building as may be prepared for the purpose.&nbsp;If such<br>drawing or description is&nbsp;insufficient for the purposes of determining whether a<br>permit should be&nbsp;issued, the building official may require the applicant to file<br>complete architectural and engineering plans and specifications&nbsp;for such building,<br>or any part thereof, as may be necessary for the inspector to determine compliance<br>with this article. The filing of such plans and specifications and the approval thereof<br>in connection with an application for a permit shall not in any way affect&nbsp;the authority<br>of the city to deny or issue a permit, or to inspect any building work for conformity<br>with this article. (Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-213. &nbsp; SAME; FEES. The fee for a building permit shall be $15.00 per estimated<br>building cost up to $10,000. For all buildings for which the estimated cost is greater<br>than $10,000,&nbsp;the fee is $1.50 per $1,000 of value. The fee herein shall be paid to<br>the city clerk upon obtaining a building permit and the same shall be credited to the<br>general operating fund of the city. (Ord. 525,&nbsp;Sec. 2; Code 2009)<\/div>\n<div>4-214. &nbsp; SAME; POSTING.&nbsp;A copy of the building permit shall be kept on the premises&nbsp;for public&nbsp;inspection during the performance of the work and until the completion of&nbsp;the same. The building inspector may require a certified copy of the approved plans&nbsp;to be kept on the premises at all times from the commencement of the work to the&nbsp;completion thereof.&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div>4-215. &nbsp; CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL.&nbsp;Upon the completion of any work under a&nbsp;building permit,&nbsp;the chief building official,&nbsp;the building inspector or his or her&nbsp;designee is authorized to issue a certificate of approval for the occupancy and use of the building or structure.&nbsp;The certificate shall show the number of inspections made and the orders and corrections required during the course of&nbsp;the work.&nbsp;A copy of such certificate shall be given the owner.&nbsp;(Code 1988)<\/div>\n<div>4-216. &nbsp; INSPECTIONS OF BUILDING; LAYOUT OF BUILDING; FOUNDATIONS AND<br>FOOTINGS; NOTICE TO INSPECTOR.&nbsp;(a) The contractor&nbsp;or builder having a permit&nbsp;for new construction, or additions to existing buildings, shall notify the chief building official or building inspector immediately upon the marking or laying out of the site and foundation for such work. 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