An appeal from any fine or penalty levied against an individual pursuant to these rules and regulations may be made in writing to the parking/traffic appeals board within five business days from the date of the citation. Within twenty business days from the receipt of any such appeal, the parking/traffic appeals board shall render a written decision that shall be final.

As an alternative, an individual may, within five business days, request an appearance before the parking/traffic appeals board. Failure to appeal in writing or request an appearance within the five-day period constitutes a waiver of right to appeal. The decision of the parking/traffic appeals board shall be final.