The director of parks and open space may inspect all trees, shrubs and logs upon any property within the city limits. Upon discovering any such plant materials to be infested with any serious disease or insects detrimental to the growth, health and life of such plants or adjoining plants, the director shall at once notify in writing the owner, agent or occupant of the premises whereon such is located of the condition thereof and shall direct such person to eradicate, remove and destroy these plant materials. If the owner, agent or occupant fails to comply within the time specified by the director, he or she shall correct such conditions and the cost assessed to such owner, agent or occupant. (Code 1979, § 29-41; Ord. No. 95-53, exhibit A (§ 29-41), 9-11-1995)