New Franklin Penalties for Violation ordinance (§ 415.280)
Chapter 415: Floodplain Management · Article VIII. Violation and Penalty
In short: Violating the floodplain rules is a misdemeanor with a fine of up to $500 plus court costs, and each day it continues counts as a separate offense.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
Violation of the provisions of this Chapter or failure to comply with any of its requirements (including violations of conditions and safeguards established in connection with granting of variances) shall constitute a misdemeanor. Any person who violates this Chapter or fails to comply with any of its requirements shall, upon conviction thereof, be fined not more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) and, in addition, shall pay all costs and expenses involved in the case. Each day such violation continues shall be considered a separate offense. Nothing herein contained shall prevent the City of New Franklin, Missouri, or other appropriate authority from taking such other lawful action as is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation.
Official source: New Franklin City Code, page 111 of the city's PDF
Last checked October 30, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.