§ 11-26. Enforcement; procedure; remedies.

(a)

The POD may enter and inspect any property, premises or place, to investigate complaints, study and observe water pollution conditions, make appropriate surveys, tests and inspections at any reasonable time for the purpose of ascertaining compliance with this article. No person shall refuse immediate entry or access to the POD upon request for such entry or access for the purpose of inspection and upon presentation of appropriate credentials; nor shall any person obstruct, hamper or interfere with any such inspection. If requested, the owner of the premises shall receive a report setting forth all facts found which relate to compliance status.

(b)

It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any of the provisions of this article, any lawful rules and regulations promulgated under this article, any lawful order of the POD, or any condition, limitation or restriction which is part of an operating permit.

(Code 1973, § 14-7; Code 1992, § 11-29)