What does Section 162.09 empower the Code Enforcement Board (CEB) to record against a property?

Section 162.09 empowers the Code Enforcement Board (CEB) to record liens against a property. This means that if a property owner fails to comply with code enforcement orders, the CEB can place a lien on the property to secure the payment of fines and costs incurred in enforcing compliance with local regulations. The lien serves as a legal claim against the property, ensuring that the local government has a way to recover costs related to code violations if the property owner does not pay the imposed fines or rectify the violations. This mechanism emphasizes the importance of compliance with code enforcement, allowing municipalities to maintain housing and community standards effectively.

In contrast, fines represent penalties for violations but are not recorded against the property in the same way as liens. Permits are permissions granted for various activities and do not involve enforcement actions. Warnings may serve as initial notifications to property owners regarding violations, but they do not carry the same legal implications as a lien. Thus, the recording of liens is a critical aspect of how code enforcement holds property owners accountable for adhering to local laws and regulations.