Which of the following methods are acceptable for serving a notice of violation on a responsible party of a non-abandoned property?

Which of the following methods are acceptable for serving a notice of violation on a responsible party of a non-abandoned property?

I. By email

II. By mail

III. Personal Service

IV. Posting on premise
A . I and II
B . II and III
C . II, III, and IV
D . I, II, III, and IV

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Answer: C

Explanation:

The methods for serving notices of violation on a responsible party are defined by NFPA 1, Fire Code and local fire codes:

By mail (II): Official notices are often sent via certified mail to ensure delivery confirmation.

Personal service (III): Delivering the notice in person to the responsible party ensures direct communication.

Posting on premise (IV): If personal service fails or the property is occupied but the party is unavailable, notices may be posted conspicuously.

Email (I) is not universally accepted because it does not always provide legal proof of delivery unless specified by local jurisdictions.

Reference: NFPA 1, Section 1.12.4: Methods for serving notices of violation.