[§206E-198 
Remedies.]  (a)  The authority
may research any complaint relating to the district that it determines to be an
appropriate subject for investigation, including:



(1)  Unkempt
appearance of property;



(2)  Brushfires on
property;



(3)  Rubbish disposed
of inappropriately; or



(4)  Conditions on
property otherwise incongruous with generally accepted standards of
maintenance.



(b)  The
authority may investigate, conduct research, or monitor any matter that arises
within the district, in accordance with this part.



[(c)]  If
the authority decides not to research a complaint filed with the authority, it
shall inform the complainant of its decision and shall state its reasons.



If the
authority decides to research the complaint, it shall notify the complainant of
its decision and shall also notify the landowner of its intention to
investigate.



[(d)] 
Before giving any opinion or recommendation that is critical of a landowner or
person who is the subject of the complaint, the authority shall consult with the
landowner or person on the best means to remedy the situation.



[(e)] 
After a reasonable time has elapsed, the authority shall notify the complainant
of the actions taken by it and by the landowner. [L 2004, c 188, pt of §2]



 



Revision Note



 



  Section is a blend of three sections.