§ 26-22. Emergency procedures.

(a)

Generally. Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, the parish is hereby authorized to take immediate steps to remove any and all trash, debris, refuse and other noxious matter located on or upon any property within the boundaries of the parish where there is presented to the parish council evidence of the presence of immediate danger or hazard to the health, safety and welfare of adjoining property, or to the citizens of the parish.

(b)

Emergency abatement of weeds by parish . Notwithstanding whether any injunctive or other judicial relief is petitioned for in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, if the violation consists of weeds or grass exceeding 48 inches in height on property, the parish shall post a violation notice on the property or otherwise attempt to notify the property owner. If the violation is not corrected within 24 hours, the parish is hereby authorized to immediately cut, destroy and remove all such grass, weeds and other deleterious or unhealthy growths of vegetation, and the property owner, as shown on the latest property assessment rolls and/or conveyance records, shall be assessed the same fee and costs as established in section 14-26.

(Ord. No. 16-55, § IV, 11-22-2016)