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Winchester City Zoning Code

ARTICLE 15

- VIOLATIONS AND REMEDIES

15.1 - Remedies

The enforcement officer shall issue notice to violators of all violations of the Zoning Order and shall order that such violations cease. In cases of possible violations where the enforcement officer cannot determine if there is a literal violation, he shall apply to the Board of Zoning Adjustment for an interpretation. If necessary, the City Attorney, County Attorney or any property owner or occupant who would be damaged by a violation may institute appropriate action in court to eliminate the threat or existence of any violation of the Zoning Order in accordance with the Kentucky Revised Statutes. A summons or citation may be obtained by the enforcement officer or by any other authorized individual. Injunctive relief may also be sought by the enforcement officer, the City Attorney, the County Attorney, or any other aggrieved party.

(Ord. No. 9-98, § 28, 6-2-98)

15.2 - Penalties

Any breach of the provisions of this Zoning order or failure to comply with any of its requirements shall constitute a violation. Any person who so violates this Zoning order or fails to comply with any of its requirements except as otherwise provided herein, shall, be liable to citation to the Administrative Board pursuant to Ord. Section 2-381 to 2.410 and KRS 65.8801-8840, and subject to all remedies and fines. Each day of violation shall constitute a separate offense.

(Ord. No. 2-2025, 1-9-25)

15.3 - Appeals

Appeals from the actions of the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment, as well as from the final actions of the city council or Fiscal Court with respect to zoning map or text amendments, shall be taken in the manner set forth in Chapter 100.347 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes.