§ 259-27. Failure to comply; removal by Borough.  


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  • In case the owner or occupant upon whom a notice has been served as provided in § 259-26 fails, neglects or refuses to remove the nuisance (structure) in compliance with said notice and within the time required, the Director of Public Works shall be authorized to immediately remove such nuisance without further notification to or compensation to any person claiming ownership of said nuisance, without the Borough being liable for any damage to said nuisance. The failure, neglect or refusal of the owner to comply with the notice shall constitute a violation of this article and shall subject him or her to the penalty provided in § 259-28 and shall authorize the Borough to recover the cost incurred for removal of said nuisance (structure) from the person found responsible for its erection. In the event that such moneys are reimbursed, the Borough shall then return the structure to the owner.
Amended 12-11-1991 by Ord. No. 91-15R