§ 135-7. Public nuisance abatement.


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  • In addition to the penalties heretofore set forth in this article, any building or structure, constructed, created or maintained in violation of this article is hereby declared to be a public nuisance. The Borough is authorized to require the removal of any such nuisance by the owner or occupier of the land upon which such nuisance exists. If the owner or occupier fails, neglects or refuses to remove any such nuisance after being ordered to do so by the Borough, the Borough may cause the same to be done, and collect the cost thereof, together with a penalty of 10% of such cost, in the manner provided by law for the collection of municipal claims, or by an action of assumpsit, or the Borough may seek relief in equity.