A. Violations of any of the requirements stated within this chapter shall constitute civil infractions pursuant to Chapter 1.44 LMC and are punishable by a fine of up to $500.00 per day for each day that a violation occurs or continues.

B. Any structure constructed, existing or maintained in violation of this chapter is a public nuisance and contrary to the health, safety and welfare of the community. Such a structure is dangerous and shall be subject to abatement as authorized under applicable codes, statutes or the common law. Any person who violates any provisions of this chapter shall be liable to the City for any expense, loss, damage, cost of inspection, or cost of correction incurred by the City to correct or abate such violation, including any cost incurred by the City in collecting such loss, damages or expenses.

C. Any property owner, whether a private party or business or corporate representative or agent, who causes, maintains, allows the continuation of or fails to abate a public nuisance after being lawfully ordered to do so shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor crime, punishable by imprisonment for up to 90 days, a fine of up $1,000 or any combination thereof, pursuant to Chapter 9.66 RCW and Chapter 1.44 LMC. [Ord. 530 § 1, 2011.]