Chapter 6.04
REGULATIONS AND LICENSING
Sections:
6.04.010 Definitions.
6.04.020 Administration.
6.04.030 Responsibility.
6.04.040 Promulgation of rules and regulations.
6.04.050 Power and authority of animal control officer.
6.04.060 Enforcement authority.
6.04.070 Registration and licensing of dogs and cats.
6.04.080 License fees.
6.04.081 Penalty for violation.
6.04.090 Kennel license – Required.
6.04.100 Kennel license – Zoning restrictions.
6.04.110 Kennel standards.
6.04.120 Permit required for certain animals.
6.04.130 Small farm animals – Conditions.
6.04.135 Livestock at large.
6.04.140 Cruelty to animals.
6.04.150 Animals given to minors.
6.04.160 Poisoning animals.
6.04.170 Animal exhibitions.
6.04.180 Harboring stray animals.
6.04.182 Dangerous dogs – Classification procedure.
6.04.183 Dogs not declared dangerous when.
6.04.184 Dangerous dogs – Registration certificate required.
6.04.185 Dangerous dogs – Permits and fees.
6.04.186 Dangerous dogs – Confinement required.
6.04.187 Dangerous dogs – Restraint required outside enclosure.
6.04.188 Acts constituting a gross misdemeanor – Confiscation of dangerous dog.
6.04.190 General violations.
6.04.200 Impoundment.
6.04.210 Redemption of dog.
6.04.220 Animal disposal.
6.04.230 Violations – Penalties.
6.04.240 Violation – Abatement.
6.04.010 Definitions.
Within the provisions of this chapter the following definitions shall obtain:
A. “Animal” means and includes female, spayed female, male, and neutered male domestic animals including dogs and cats and excepting those animals usually kept in cages in residences such as canaries and hamsters.
B. “Domestic animal” means any dog, cat, rabbit, horse, mule, ass, bovine animal, lamb, goat, sheep, hog, bird, or other animal made to be domestic.
C. “Adult dog or cat” means any dog or cat over the age of six months.
D. “Potentially dangerous dog” means any dog that when unprovoked:
1. Inflicts bites on a human or a domestic animal either on public or private property; or
2. Chases or approaches a person upon the streets, sidewalks, or any public grounds in a menacing fashion or apparent attitude of attack, or any dog with a known propensity, tendency, or disposition to attack unprovoked, to cause injury, or otherwise to threaten the safety of humans or domestic animals.
E. “Dangerous dog” means any dog that according to the records of the city:
1. Has inflicted severe injury on a human being without provocation while on public or private property;
2. Has killed a domestic animal without provocation while off the owner’s property; or
3. Has been previously found to be potentially dangerous, the owner having received notice of such and the dog again aggressively bites, attacks, or endangers the safety of humans or domestic animals.
F. “Severe injury” means any physical injury that results in broken bones or disfiguring lacerations requiring multiple sutures or cosmetic surgery.
G. “Proper enclosure of a dangerous dog” means while on the owner’s property, a dangerous dog shall be securely confined indoors or in a securely enclosed and locked pen or structure, suitable to prevent the entry of young children and designated to prevent the animal from escaping. Such pen or structure shall have secure sides and a secure top, and shall also provide protection from the elements for the dog.
H. “Animal control authority” means the city of Bonney Lake which shall have the responsibility to enforce this code.
I. “Animal control officer” means any individual employed, contracted with, or appointed by the animal control authority for the purpose of aiding in the enforcement of this chapter or any other law or ordinance relating to the licensing of animals, or seizure and impoundment of animals.
J. “Small farm animals” means domesticated fowl and fur-bearing animals bred or maintained within pens, cages, or hutches.
K. “Exotic, wild or dangerous animal” means any member of the animal kingdom which is not commonly domesticated or which is of a wild or predatory nature, or any domesticated animal which because of its size, vicious nature, or other characteristic would constitute a danger to human life or property if not kept, maintained or confined in a safe and secure manner.
L. “Sexually neutered” means medically determined to be incapable of reproduction as certified by a licensed veterinarian.
M. “Kennel” means any facility, residence, site, or area wherein five or more dogs are maintained.
N. “Animal exhibition” means any public display of any living animal in the promotion of entertainment, education, advertisement, or any commercial enterprise.
O. “Animal at large” means any animal not confined to the premises of its owner, unless restrained by a leash, tether, or other physical control device under the physical control of a person, which enters upon public property or rights-of-way, or upon land of another person without authorization of that person.
P. “Nuisance” means either of the following activities of animals:
1. Habitual barking, howling, whining and other annoying sounds so as to unreasonably disturb or annoy the occupants of two or more dwellings within the neighborhood; or
2. Trespass on private property.
Q. “Owner” means any person having possessory rights in an animal, or having control or custody of an animal, or who knowingly permits any animals to remain on premises occupies by him or her. (Ord. 584B § 1, 1989; Ord. 584A § 1, 1989; Ord. 584 § 1, 1986).
6.04.020 Administration.
The animal control authority shall operate, maintain or provide an adequate facility or arrange for the use of other adequate facilities or approved agency to receive and care for any animal delivered to his/her custody for disposition under the provisions of this chapter, which facility shall be accessible to the public during reasonable hours for the conduct of necessary business concerning impounding animals. (Ord. 584A § 8, 1989; Ord. 584 § 17, 1986).
6.04.030 Responsibility.
It shall be the primary responsibility of the animal control officer to enforce the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 584A § 11, 1989).
6.04.040 Promulgation of rules and regulations.
The city may promulgate such rules and regulations as deemed necessary to implement, administer and enforce the provisions of this chapter, provided that such rules and regulations are not inconsistent with anything contained herein. (Ord. 584 § 22, 1986).
6.04.050 Power and authority of animal control officer.
The animal control offer shall be empowered to exercise the authority of peace officer to the extent necessary to enforce this chapter, which power shall include issuance of citations and seizure of animals from upon public property, vacant property and unenclosed private property and subsequent impoundment. (Ord. 584 § 23, 1986).
6.04.060 Enforcement authority.
Persons designated to enforce this chapter shall bear satisfactory identification reflecting the authority under which they act, which identification shall be shown to any person requesting the same. (Ord. 584 § 24, 1986).
6.04.070 Registration and licensing of dogs and cats.
It is unlawful for any person to own, keep, or have control of a dog or cat over the age of eight weeks in the city, whether confined or not, without having a current license tag attached to the collar or harness which is worn by the dog or cat. These licenses shall be obtained by paying the required license fee in the amounts and within the time limits as provided herein, to the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County.
A. Dog and cat licenses must be renewed each year and obtained within 30 days of acquisition of the dog or cat. The license shall remain in force for a period of 12 months from the date of issuance, expiring on the last day of the twelfth month. There is no prorating of any license fee. Renewal licenses will retain the original expiration date whether renewed prior to, on, or after their respective renewal month.
B. A metal tag shall be furnished with each license. Such tag shall be securely attached to a collar which shall be worn by the dog or cat at all times, except when displayed in an official exhibition. The shape of the tag shall not be the same for two consecutive years.
C. In order to receive the fee advantage for altered dogs and cats, an individual must provide either proof of alteration from a licensed veterinarian or a written statement from a licensed veterinarian that the spay/neuter procedure would be harmful to the animal.
D. Any person who fails to obtain a license 30 days after the license expiration date, but before 60 days of the expiration date, shall pay a penalty of $10.00 per license. Any person who fails to obtain a license after 60 days of the license expiration shall pay a penalty of $20.00 per license. No late penalty shall be charged if:
1. The owner submits proof of purchase or acquisition of the animal within the previous 30 days; or
2. The owner has moved into the city within the preceding 30 days; or
3. The animal is currently, or has been within the preceding 30 days, under the age which requires a license; or
4. The owner purchases the license(s) voluntarily, prior to in-person or field contact by animal control personnel; or
5. The owner submits other proof deemed acceptable in the animal control authority’s administrative policy. (Ord. 764 § 1, 1998; Ord. 584 § 8, 1986).
6.04.080 License fees.
A. License fees shall be as follows:
Altered adult dogs: $10.00
Unaltered adult dogs: 50.00
Juvenile dogs: 3.00
Altered adult cats: 6.00
Unaltered adult cats: 50.00
Juvenile cats: 3.00
B. The reduced rates for senior citizens shall be as follows:
Altered adult dogs: $6.00
Unaltered adult dogs: 28.00
Altered adult cats: 3.00
Unaltered adult cats: 28.00
(Ord. 764 § 2, 1998; Ord. 719B §§ 2, 3, 1996; Ord. 584 § 9, 1986).
6.04.081 Penalty for violation.
A person who violates any of the provisions of BLMC 6.04.070 or 6.04.080 shall be guilty of an infraction, for which the penalty shall be $100.00 for the first offense and $250.00 for each subsequent offense; provided, that if a person cited for a first offense under this section presents evidence of a valid license obtained subsequent to issuance of a citation or notice of infraction to the Bonney Lake municipal court, the infraction shall be dismissed without cost, except that the court may assess court administrative costs of $25.00 at the time of dismissal. (Ord. 1116 § 1, 2005; Ord. 764 § 3, 1998).
6.04.090 Kennel license – Required.
It is unlawful and shall constitute a nuisance for any person to maintain or allow to be maintained five or more adult dogs on his or her property, or on property controlled by him or her without first obtaining a kennel license. Any person renewing or applying for a kennel license must show proof in the form of a business license or bona fide membership in a purebred animal club to show that they are still engaging in the type of category for which they are applying or renewing. (Ord. 764 § 4, 1998; Ord. 584 § 10, 1986).
6.04.100 Kennel license – Zoning restrictions.
No kennel license shall be issued where the kennel will be maintained in an R1, R2, or R3 zone as the same are classified by the ordinances of the city, except that those persons who have applied for and received kennel licenses for the year 1979 and each year thereafter, shall be entitled to renew said license in succeeding years, provided the kennel(s) is maintained as per the standards set forth in this chapter. (Ord. 584 § 11, 1986).
6.04.110 Kennel standards.
The animal control officer shall set the standards for the operation of a kennel and the same shall be consistent so far as possible with those standards set forth by Pierce County. Said standards shall be in writing and be available at the City Hall and the police department. Kennel construction will be in accordance with the city building codes. (Ord. 584 § 12, 1986).
6.04.120 Permit required for certain animals.
No person shall have, keep, or maintain or have in his possession, or under his control, within the city limits, any exotic, wild or dangerous animal; provided, however, that such animals may be permitted on the condition that a permit is obtained from the city. The permit shall only be granted upon showing by the applicant that adequate safeguards have been instituted and will be maintained which will effectively control the dangerous or vicious propensities of such animal, eliminating any danger to individuals or property, and providing that the keeping or maintaining of any such animal will in no way constitute a nuisance to the occupants of any surrounding property. (Ord. 584 § 13, 1986).
6.04.130 Small farm animals – Conditions.
Small farm animals may be maintained in a nonagricultural use district, and under the following conditions:
A. That the animals not constitute a nuisance;
B. That the animals are properly housed in a suitable structure not out of character with the surrounding neighborhood, which structure is insect and vermin free and maintained in a sanitary condition and which is located no closer than 18 feet from any property line;
C. That no more than one such animal 1,000 square feet of property, exclusive of buildings, shall be allowed. (Ord. 584 § 2, 1986).
6.04.135 Livestock at large.
No person owning or in control of any livestock shall allow such livestock to enter or trespass upon private or public property without the express permission of the owner or caretaker of such property. Any such livestock may be seized and impounded. (Ord. 764 § 5, 1998).
6.04.140 Cruelty to animals.
A. No person shall beat, ill treat, torment, overload, overwork or otherwise abuse an animal, or cause, instigate or permit any dogfight, cockfight, bullfight or other combat between animals or between animals and humans. Anyone who permits such conduct on premises under his control, and any person present as a spectator at such exhibition, shall also be deemed a violator of this section and subject to punishment therefor.
B. Cruelty to animals includes confinement of an animal within or on a motor vehicle at any location under such conditions as may endanger the health or well-being of the animal, including, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, lack of food, water or attention, or confinement with a dangerous animal. Any animal control or peace officer is authorized to remove any animal from a motor vehicle, at any location, when he/she reasonably believes it is confined in such conditions as described above. Any animal so removed shall be delivered to the animal control shelter after the removing officer leaves written notice of such removal and delivery, including the officer’s name, in a conspicuous, secure location on or within the vehicle. (Ord. 584 § 3, 1986).
6.04.150 Animals given to minors.
No person shall give away any live animal to a minor as a prize for, or as an inducement to enter any contest, game or other competition, or as an inducement to enter a place of amusement, or offer such animal to a minor as an incentive to enter into any business agreement whereby the offer was for the purpose of attracting trade. (Ord. 584 § 4, 1986).
6.04.160 Poisoning animals.
It is unlawful for any person to willfully or maliciously poison any domestic animal or domestic bird; provided, that the provisions of this section shall not apply to the killing by poison such animal or bird in a lawful and humane manner by the owner thereof, or by a duly authorized servant or agent of such owner, or by a person acting pursuant to instructions from a duly constituted public authority. (Ord. 584 § 5, 1986).
6.04.170 Animal exhibitions.
No performing animal exhibition or circus shall be permitted in which animals are induced or encouraged to perform through the use of chemical, mechanical, electrical or manual devices in a manner which will cause, or is likely to cause, physical injury or suffering. (Ord. 584 § 6, 1986).
6.04.180 Harboring stray animals.
Any person who finds and harbors stray animals without knowing the animal owner’s identity, shall notify the animal control officer and furnish a description of the animal. The finder may surrender the animal to the animal control officer. Records of reported findings shall be retained by the animal control authority and made available to public inspection. (Ord. 584A § 12, 1989; Ord. 584 § 7, 1986).
6.04.182 Dangerous dogs – Classification procedure.
A. The animal control authority shall classify potentially dangerous dogs. The authority may find and declare a dog potentially dangerous if an animal control officer has probable cause to believe that the dog falls within the definitions set forth in this code. The finding must be based upon:
1. The written complaint of a citizen who is willing to testify that the animal has acted in a manner which causes it to fall within the definitions of this code; or
2. Dog bite reports filed with the animal control agency; or
3. Actions of the dog witnessed by any animal control officer or law enforcement officer; or
4. Other substantive evidence.
B. The declaration of potentially dangerous dog shall be in writing and shall be served on the owner in one of the following methods:
1. Certified mail to the owner’s last known address; or
2. Personally; or
3. If the owner cannot be located by one of the first two methods, by publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
C. The declaration shall state at least:
1. The description of the animal;
2. The name and address of the owner of the animal, if known;
3. The whereabouts of the animal if it is not in the custody of the owner;
4. The facts upon which the declaration of potentially dangerous dog is based;
5. The availability of a hearing in case the person objects to the declaration, if a request is made within 10 days;
6. The restrictions placed on the animal as a result of the declaration of potentially dangerous dog;
7. The penalties for violation of the restrictions, including the possibility of destruction of the animal, and imprisonment and/or finding of the owner.
D. If the owner of the animal wishes to object to the declaration of potentially dangerous dog;
1. The owner may request a hearing before a hearing examiner by submitting a written request and payment of a $25.00 administrative review fee to the animal control authority within 10 days of receipt of the declaration, or within 10 days of the publication of the declaration.
2. If the hearing examiner finds that there is insufficient evidence to support the declaration, it shall be rescinded, and the restrictions imposed thereby annulled.
3. If the hearing examiner finds sufficient evidence to support the declaration, the owner may appeal such decision to superior court of Pierce County by means of a writ of review. (Ord. 584A § 5, 1989).
6.04.183 Dogs not declared dangerous when.
Dogs shall not be declared dangerous if the threat, injury or damage was sustained by a person who, at the time, was committing a willful trespass or other tort upon the premises occupied by the owner of the dog, or was tormenting, abusing or assaulting the dog or has, in the past, been observed or reported to have tormented, abused or assaulted the dog or was committing or attempting to commit a crime. (Ord. 584A § 3(1), 1989).
6.04.184 Dangerous dogs – Registration certificate required.
A. It is unlawful for an owner to have a dangerous dog in this city without a certificate of registration issued under this section. This section shall not apply to dogs used by law enforcement officials for police work.
B. The animal control authority shall issue a certificate of registration to the owner of such animal if the owner presents to the animal control officer sufficient evidence of:
1. A proper enclosure to confine a dangerous dog and the posting of the premises with a clearly visible warning sign that there is a dangerous dog on the property. In addition, the owner shall conspicuously display a sign with a warning symbol that informs children of the presence of a dangerous dog;
2. A surety bond issued by a surety insurer qualified under Chapter 48.28 RCW in a form acceptable to the animal control authority in the sum of at least $50,000, payable to any person injured by the dangerous dog; or
3. A policy of liability insurance, such as homeowner’s insurance, issued by an insurer qualified under RCW Title 48 in the amount of at least $50,000, insuring the owner for any personal injuries inflicted by the dangerous dog.
C. Potentially dangerous dogs must be tattooed or have a microchip implanted for identification. This information must be on record at the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County. (Ord. 764 § 6, 1998; Ord. 584A § 2, 1989).
6.04.185 Dangerous dogs – Permits and fees.
Following a declaration of potentially dangerous dog and the exhaustion of any appeal therefrom, the owner of a potentially dangerous dog shall obtain a permit for such dog from the animal control agency, and shall be required to pay the fee for such permit in the amount of $250.00. In addition, the owner of a potentially dangerous dog shall pay an annual renewal fee for such permit in the amount of $50.00. These fees shall be in addition to the normal dog licensing fee. (Ord. 584 § 6, 1986).
6.04.186 Dangerous dogs – Confinement required.
A. Following a declaration of potentially dangerous dog and the exhaustion of the appeal therefrom, it shall be unlawful for the person owning or harboring or having care or control of such potentially dangerous dog to allow or permit such dog to:
1. Be unconfined on the premises of such person; or
2. Go beyond the premises of such person unless such dog is securely leashed and humanely muzzled or otherwise securely restrained.
B. It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or harbor any dog which, unprovoked, bites a human being while off the dog owner’s property. Such dog may be seized and impounded for the protection of the public. The court may order the dog to be destroyed, if in the court’s judgment such dog represents a continuing threat of serious harm to human beings. (Ord. 764 § 7, 1998; Ord. 584A § 7, 1989).
6.04.187 Dangerous dogs – Restraint required outside enclosure.
An owner of a dangerous dog shall not permit the dog to be outside the proper enclosure unless the dog is muzzled and retained by a substantial chain or leash and under physical restraint of a responsible person. The muzzle shall be made in a manner that will not cause injury to the dog or interfere with its vision or respiration but shall prevent it from biting any person or animal. (Ord. 584A § 3(2), 1989).
6.04.188 Acts constituting a gross misdemeanor – Confiscation of dangerous dog.
A. Any dangerous dog shall be immediately confiscated by an animal control authority if the: (1) dog is not validly registered under BLMC 6.04.184, (2) owner does not secure the liability insurance coverage required under BLMC 6.04.184, (3) dog is not maintained in the proper enclosure, (4) dog is outside of the dwelling of the owner, or outside of the proper enclosure and not under physical restraint of a responsible person. In addition, the owner of any such dog shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor.
B. If a dangerous dog, of an owner with a prior conviction under BLMC 6.04.183 or 6.04.184, attacks or bites a person or another domestic animal, the dog’s owner is guilty of a Class C felony, punishable in accordance with RCW 9A.20.021, or if prosecution is declined by the county prosecutor, said owner may be prosecuted in municipal court as having committed a gross misdemeanor. In addition, the dangerous dog shall be immediately confiscated by an animal control authority, placed in quarantine for the proper length of time, and thereafter destroyed in an expeditious and humane manner.
C. The owner of any dog that aggressively attacks and causes severe injury or death of any human, whether the dog has previously been declared potentially dangerous or dangerous, shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor. In addition, the dog shall be immediately confiscated by an animal control authority, placed in quarantine for the proper length of time, and thereafter destroyed in an expeditious and humane manner. (Ord. 584A § 4, 1989).
6.04.190 General violations.
It shall be a violation of this chapter for any person or the owner of any animal to:
A. Permit any animal to become at large;
B. Permit any animal to be a nuisance;
C. Fail to keep a vicious animal confined within a building or secure enclosure or securely muzzled and leashed or caged whenever off the premises of its owner;
D. Fail to keep every female dog or cat in heat confined in a building or secure enclosure in such a manner that such female dog or cat cannot come into contact with another animal except for planned breeding;
E. Fail to provide an animal with humane care and treatment and with sufficient good and wholesome food and water, proper shelter and protection from the weather, veterinary care when needed to prevent suffering;
F. Leave an animal unattended for more than 24 consecutive hours without adequate care;
G. Abandon an animal;
H. Confine an animal within or on a motor vehicle at any location under such conditions as may endanger the health or well-being of the animal;
I. To use any trap for the purpose of seizing domestic animals except that humane traps may be used in the discretion of the animal control officer for the purpose of capturing abandoned and sick animals. (Ord. 624 § 1, 1990; Ord. 584 § 14, 1986).
6.04.200 Impoundment.
Any animal may be impounded and held at the shelter when it is the subject of a violation of this chapter, when an animal requires protective custody and care for mistreatment or neglect, or when otherwise ordered impounded by the animal control officer.
A. An animal is deemed to be impounded from the time the animal control officer takes physical custody of the animal.
B. Impoundment is subject to the following holding period and notice requirements:
1. Any animal wearing a current license tag from a Washington state jurisdiction outside the city, shall be held for a minimum of 48 hours (two days) from time of impoundment. The impounding officer shall make reasonable effort to give notice of the impoundment to the owner.
2. Any animal wearing a current license tag issued by the city shall be held for a minimum of 72 hours (three days) from time of impoundment. The impounding officer shall make reasonable effort to give notice of the impoundment to the owner. Reasonable effort is intended to ensure the animal control officer will ascertain whether the animal is licensed or otherwise identifiable and if possible, return the animal to the owner together with a notice of violation of this chapter.
3. Any animal for which no identification of ownership is known or determinable shall be held for 48 hours (two days) from time of impoundment before any disposition may be made of such animal.
4. Animals held for periods prescribed in this section, and not redeemed by the owner will be disposed of according to BLMC 6.04.220. (Ord. 584A § 10, 1989; Ord. 584 § 18, 1986).
6.04.210 Redemption of dog.
The owner of any dog impounded under this chapter may redeem said dog within 48 hours from the time of impounding by paying to the impounding authority a redemption fee of $25.00 for the first-time impounded within a one-year period, a redemption fee of $50.00 for the second impound within a one-year period, and a redemption fee of $75.00 for the third and subsequent impounds within a one-year period. If a dog is wearing a current pet license at the time of the first impound, no redemption fee shall be collected. In addition to the redemption fee, the redeemer shall pay, as a boarding charge for the caring for and keeping of such dog, the sum of $6.00 per day for each day (to be collected for the first-time impound if wearing pet license or not), including the first and last days, that the dog is retained by the impounding authority. If such dog is not redeemed by the owner within 48 hours, then any person may redeem it within the next 48 hours by complying with the above provisions, and in case such dog is not redeemed at the end of such time, it may be humanely destroyed or otherwise disposed of within the discretion of the impounding authority. (Ord. 764 § 8, 1998; Ord. 584 § 19, 1986).
6.04.220 Animal disposal.
The animal control officer shall dispose of animals held for the prescribed period without redemption or adoption by transfer of the animal to the Pierce County humane society; provided, however, that irrespective of any prescribed holding period, the animal control officer, upon the advice of a licensed veterinarian, may immediately dispose of any sick or injured impounded animal. (Ord. 584A § 13, 1989; Ord. 584 § 20, 1986).
6.04.230 Violations – Penalties.
Unless otherwise specifically set forth herein, any person violating the provisions of this chapter, or who shall create, keep, or maintain any nuisance as herein defined, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, except those persons who permit animals to become at large (BLMC 6.04.190(A)) shall be guilty of an infraction for which the penalties shall be as follows:
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1st offense within one year |
$ 45.00 |
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2nd offense within one year |
100.00 |
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3rd offense within one year |
250.00 |
Persons charged with infractions shall be processed by the municipal court in the same manner as persons charged with traffic infractions. Persons failing to appear for hearings for violations of this chapter shall be subject to the penalties set forth in BLMC 1.16.030. (Ord. 1115 § 2, 2005; Ord. 548B § 2, 1989; Ord. 584A § 14, 1989; Ord. 584 § 15, 1986).
6.04.240 Violation – Abatement.
Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter in the keeping or maintenance of any nuisance, as defined in this chapter may, in addition to the fine provided for in this code by order of the court in such action, be ordered to forthwith abate and remove such nuisance. If the same is not done by such offender within 24 hours, the same shall be abated and removed under the direction of the officer authorized by the order of the court, which order of abatement shall be entered upon the docket of the court and made a part of the judgment in such action.
Any such person shall be liable for all costs and expenses of abating the same when such nuisance has been abated by any officer of the city, which costs and expenses shall be taxed as part of the costs of the prosecution against the party, liable to be recovered as other costs are recovered. In all cases where the officer as authorized by the court abates any such nuisance he shall keep an account of all expenses attending such abatement. In addition to other powers given to collect such costs and expenses in this chapter, the city may bring suit for the same in any court of competent jurisdiction against the person keeping or maintaining the nuisance so abated. (Ord. 584 § 16, 1986).