§ 15-18. Violations and Penalties

The following penalties shall be available in the event of a violation of the provisions of this Chapter of the City of Tavares, any other applicable laws, rules, or regulation, or a permit.

(A)

Enforcement. All violations of the terms and conditions of the approved storm water management system permit, this Chapter, or any other Chapter, rule, regulation, or law may be enforced by enforcement action of the City Administrator.

(B)

Civil or Criminal Enforcement. Nothing in this Chapter precludes the City of Tavares from seeking immediate injunctive relief or taking such other lawful action, including but not limited to, forfeiture of the financial security held by the town to prevent or remedy any violation of any approved storm water management system permit, or any violation of the terms of this or any other City Chapter, or other law, rule, or regulation. Violation of any of the terms and conditions of any approved storm water management system permit, or any of the terms and conditions of this Chapter, may be prosecuted as provided in Chapter 125, Florida Statutes, Section 125.69.

(C)

Cumulative Effect. The penalties provided for herein are cumulative. Use of one method of enforcement shall not preclude the City from using other methods of enforcement for the same violation.