§ 14-8. Appeal procedure.

(a)

Within five business days of receiving notice of police action regarding application of sections 14-4 through 14-7, the aggrieved party may appeal the action by filing a notice of appeal with the manager's office. The appeal shall be in writing, and clearly state the grounds of appeal. The appeal may be delivered by mail, electronically or personal service.

(b)

The manager shall convene the nuisance hearing officer within 15 business days of receipt of the appeal notice. The appeal shall be heard and decided under the procedures as set forth in section 10-28, as applicable. The appeal shall be heard and decided under the procedures as set forth in section 10-28, as applicable. The permit applicant or holder shall be entitled to appear, testify, and present evidence at the hearing. However, formal rules of evidence shall not apply and reasonable limitations may be placed upon total hearing time. The hearing shall be recorded. Either party may order a court recorder, at their expense.

(Ord. No. 2014-26, 4-22-14; Ord. No. 2014-70, 9-23-14; Ord. No. 2015-64, 9-8-15)