A method by which the City takes action to remove or correct a violation. Abatement is used for:
- Removing signs posted illegally in the public right-of-way
- Removing inoperative vehicles from private property
- Removing stagnant water from private pools and ponds
- Repairing plumbing problems resulting in raw sewage
- Correcting dangerous building conditions that are an immediate threat to life safety
Some abatements may involve inspection warrants and orders from the court to correct (abate) a violation