Whenever the fire chief or his or her authorized representative finds weeds, rubbish or similar material upon any property, lands or lots in the city, which, in his or her opinion, may become a fire hazard, endanger or injure neighboring property, or be detrimental to the health or welfare of the residents in the vicinity of such property, lands or lots, he or she shall cause to be given to the owner of the property a notice to remove such weeds, rubbish or other material which may constitute a fire hazard or public nuisance in the manner provided in this chapter. (Prior code § 5220)