To hear cases pertaining to chronic nuisance as defined in this section. At the hearing
on the record, the party contesting the notice or the determination that the property
is a chronic nuisance property shall be given the opportunity to testify and to present
evidence concerning the issue. The chronic nuisance property notice, property record,
and related documentation in the proper form pursuant to subsection (b) and paragraph
(c)(1) of this section shall be prima facie evidence that the property is a chronic
nuisance. An issued notice of violation need not be present. The board may continue
the hearing to a later date to request that additional information from the neighborhood
services department or the recipient of the notice be presented by the appropriate
parties prior to issuing a written decision.
e.
For good cause shown, to grant extensions of time in which to comply with the provisions
of this section.
f.
To grant continuances.
g.
To issue subpoenas compelling attendance of witnesses and production of evidence.
h.
To administer oaths and affirmations.
i.
To cause all hearings to be suitably recorded.
j.
To render its decision in writing with copies to the property owner and other party(ies)
entitled to notice pursuant to paragraph (c)(3) of this section, and to the director
and city attorney.
k.
The board shall have all other powers or duties which are now or may hereafter be
granted to or imposed upon it by ordinance, statute or final decision of a court.
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