Independence |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 18. MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES |
Article IV. CHRONIC NUISANCE PROPERTY |
§ 18-85. Procedure.
(a)
After the first, and second occurrence of any of the actions described in section 18-83 within a 120-day period, the Chief of Police shall notify the responsible party of the specifically alleged incidents which violate this article and the remedies available to the city under this article.
(b)
Service under this provision is sufficient if it is personally served or sent via certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed to such person at the address of the property where the incident occurred, and to such owner, or such owner's agent, as shown on the tax rolls of the county.
(c)
A copy of the notice shall be served on the owner, and occupant if such person is different than the owner, and shall be posted at the property at least ten days prior to the commencement of any legal proceedings by the city.
(d)
The failure of any person to receive actual notice as provided above shall not invalidate or otherwise affect the proceedings under this article.
(Code 2006, § 9.13.3)