§ 15.44.070. Process pursuant to a citation.

A.

The citation and the fire department's procedures shall substantially conform to the procedures set forth in Section 1.20.050 of this code. Each day that a property or structure remains out of compliance with the City Fire Code shall be deemed a separate, citable infraction.

B.

The respondent shall answer the citation in substantial conformance with the provisions of Section 1.20.060 of this code, and in so doing may request an evidentiary hearing on the matter. If the respondent so requests a hearing, the procedures of Section 1.20.080 shall apply to the conduct of that hearing.

C.

If, after considering all evidence and testimony in the matter, the court concludes that the respondent has violated the City Fire Code, the court shall issue an order, including findings of fact and conclusions of law, to that effect. The court shall impose a fine not to exceed five hundred dollars per violation and shall also assess against the respondent the fire department's reasonable costs expended in administering the action, including the costs of administrative overhead and attorney fees.

D.

If, after considering all evidence and testimony in the matter, the court concludes that the respondent has not violated the City Fire Code, the court shall enter an order to that effect, in which case, each side shall bear its own costs and expenses.

(Ord. 92-1000 §1 (part), 1992: prior code §7-6-7)