A. Method of Service. The administrative citation and all notices required to be given by this chapter shall be served on the responsible party either by personal service, by first-class mail, or by certified mail, return receipt requested.

B. Real Property. When real property is involved in the violation, the original notice, the administrative citation and all notices required to be given by this chapter shall be served on the responsible party and, if different, to the property owner at the address as shown on the last equalized county assessment roll. The city may, in its discretion, also serve notice on a tenant, a mortgagor or any other person having an interest in the property.

C. Failure to Receive Notice. The failure of a person to receive a required notice shall not affect the validity of any proceedings taken under this chapter.