§ 8.22.650. General remedies.

A.

Violations of the TPO. Violations of section 8.22.640 may be enforced by civil remedies as set forth in this section or as otherwise specifically set out in this O.M.C article.

B.

Notice requirement for Tenants. Before a Tenant may file an a civil suit alleging a violation of subsection 8.22.640.A.1., 2., 3., 10., 11., 12, or 13., the affected Tenant must first notify the Owner or his or her designated agent regarding the problem. If the allegation is a violation of subsections 8.22.640.A.1., 2., 3.,11., or 12, the Tenant must allow fifteen (15) days for the Owner to correct the problem, unless the Owner notifies the Tenant that the repairs will take more than fifteen (15) days and provides for a reasonable time period for completion. If the repair takes more than fifteen (15) days, the Tenant may file the civil suit if the Owner does not take reasonable steps to commence addressing the problem or the Owner does not follow through to complete the repairs with reasonable diligence.

C.

In addition to the remedies provided in the TPO, a violator is liable for such costs, expenses, and disbursements paid or incurred by the City in abatement and prosecution of the violation.

D.

The remedies available in the TPO are not exclusive and may be used cumulatively with any other remedies in this Chapter or at law.

(Ord. No. 13265, § 1, 11-5-2014)