§ 151.99. PENALTY.


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  • (A) Failure to obtain a floodplain development permit in the SFHA or failure to comply with the requirements of a floodplain development permit or conditions of a variance shall be deemed to be a violation of this subchapter.
    (B) All violations shall be considered a common nuisance and be treated as so in accordance with the provisions of the Zoning Code for the City of Brazil. All violations shall be punishable by a fine not exceeding $300.
    (1) A separate offense shall be deemed to occur for each day the violation continues to exist.
    (2) The City Planning Commission shall inform the owner that any violation is considered a willful act to increase flood damages and therefore may cause coverage by a standard flood insurance policy to be suspended.
    (3) Nothing herein shall prevent the city from taking other lawful action to prevent or remedy any violations. All costs connected therewith shall accrue to the person or persons responsible.
    (Ord. 29-2005, passed 9-27-2005)