§ 2-645. Determination of fines; reduction of fines; additional fees.

(a)

In determining the amount of any fine, if any, under this division, the special magistrate shall consider the following factors:

(1)

The gravity of the violation, including, but not limited to, the impact of the violation on life, health or safety issues;

(2)

Any actions taken by the violator to correct the violation; and

(3)

Any previous violations committed by the violator.

(b)

The special magistrate may reduce a fine imposed pursuant to this division pursuant to section 2-682.

(c)

In addition to such fines, the special magistrate may impose all costs incurred by the city in enforcing its codes against a violator and all costs of repairs incurred by the city in achieving compliance.

(Code 1986, § 13.06(d), (e); Ord. No. 16-06, § 15, 5-17-2016)

State law reference

Similar provisions, F.S. § 162.09(2)(b), (c), (d).