Complaints regarding violations. Whenever a violation of this chapter occurs or is alleged to have occurred, any person may file a complaint. Such complaint shall be filed with the Zoning Officer or, in his absence, with the Construction Official or Police Department, who shall properly record such complaint, immediately investigate and take action thereon as provided by this chapter.

Notice of violation. Upon becoming aware of any violation of any of the provisions of this chapter, the Zoning Officer, Construction Official or Police Department shall serve notice of such violation on the person, firm or corporation committing or permitting the same, and if such violation has not ceased within such reasonable time as has been specified in such notice, such action shall be instituted as may be necessary to terminate the violation, including revocation of any certificate of occupancy issued and/or the enjoining of any violation.

Penalty. A violation of this chapter is an offense punishable as provided in Chapter 1, General Provisions, Article II, General Penalties. The imposition of one penalty for any violation of this chapter shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue, and each day that prohibited conditions continue shall constitute a separate offense.

The application of the above penalty shall not be held to prevent the enforcement of this chapter by other methods permitted by law or equity or to prevent the removal of prohibited conditions.

The owner or tenant of any structure or premises or part thereof and any architect, builder, contractor, agent or other person who commits, participates, assists or maintains a violation of this chapter may be found guilty of a separate offense and suffer the penalties provided.

In interpreting and applying the provisions of this chapter, they shall be held to the minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, convenience, prosperity and general welfare.

Whenever the requirements of this chapter are at variance with the requirements of any other lawfully adopted rules, regulations, chapter, deed, restrictions or covenants, the more restrictive or that imposing the higher standard shall govern.