§ 41.03. Violations.

(a)

Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for a person, firm or corporation to be in conflict with or in violation of any of the provisions of this code.

(b)

Notice of violation. The code official shall serve a notice of violation or order in accordance with section 41.04.

(c)

Prosecution of violation. If the notice of violation is not complied with, the code official shall institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to restrain, correct or abate such violation, or to require the removal or termination of the unlawful occupancy of the structure in violation of the provisions of this code or of the order or direction made pursuant thereto. Any action taken by the authority having jurisdiction on such premises shall be charged against the real estate upon which the structure is located, and a lien shall be placed upon such real estate.

(d)

Violation penalties. Any person who shall violate a provision of this code, or fail to comply therewith, or with any of the requirements thereof, shall be prosecuted within the limits provided by state or city laws, to include, but not be limited to Chapter 162, Florida Statutes, and Chapters 37 and 40 of the City of Port St. Lucie Code of Ordinances. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.

(e)

Abatement of violation. The imposition of the penalties herein prescribed shall not preclude the city from instituting appropriate action to restrain, correct or abate a violation, or to prevent illegal occupancy of a building, structure or premises, or to stop an illegal act, conduct, business or utilization of the building, structure or premises.

(Ord. No. 09-80, § 3, 1-11-10; Ord. No. 10-75, § 1, 9-27-10)