§ 7-137. Action in event of failure to take corrective action.

If the owner of a building that has been condemned as unsafe pursuant to section 7-136 fails to take prompt corrective action, the codes enforcement supervisor shall by certified or registered mail to his last known address or by personal service give him written notice:

(1)

That the building is in a condition that appears to constitute a fire or safety hazard or to be dangerous to life, health, or other property;

(2)

That a hearing will be held before the codes enforcement supervisor at a designated place and time, not later than ten (10) days after the date of the notice, at which time the owner is entitled to be heard in person or by counsel and to present arguments and evidence pertaining to the matter; and

(3)

That following the hearing, the codes enforcement supervisor may issue any order to repair, close, vacate, or demolish the building that appears appropriate.

If the name or whereabouts of the owner cannot after due diligence be discovered, the notice shall be considered properly and adequately served if a copy thereof is posted on the outside of the building in question at least ten (10) days before the day of the hearing and a notice of the hearing is published at least once not later than one (1) week before the hearing.

(Ord. of 10-3-77(1), §§ 4-2, 4-3)

State law reference

Similar provisions, G.S. 153A-368.