(1) Administrative Citation. Any landlord or tenant who violates any provision of this chapter, or the department’s procedures and guidelines, is subject to an administrative fine as set in a schedule of fines adopted by resolution by the city council as provided in Chapter 1.40 CMC.

(2) Remedies Are Cumulative. Each day that a violation continues shall constitute a separate and distinct offense for which an administrative fine may be imposed. The remedies set forth in this section are cumulative and in addition to any other penalty provided by law, including any remedies which may be sought in a civil action. The provisions of this chapter shall not be construed as limiting any party’s right to obtain relief to which he or she may be entitled at law or in equity.

(3) Notices of Violation and Administrative Fine. If the department determines that a landlord or tenant has violated this chapter, the department may issue notices of violation and administrative fine in accordance with the authority and procedures set forth in Chapter 1.40 CMC.

(4) Administrative Appeals and Judicial Review.