When you report a code violation to us, a Code Enforcement Officer goes to the address to check the complaint. If there is a code violation, the Officer issues a notice to correct the problem.

Sometimes, a courtesy notice is the first step. Other times, an official legal notice is posted or a citation is issued. We take enforcement action if the problem isn’t corrected by the time allotted in the violation letter.

Based on the violation, the City can take varied enforcement action. Code Enforcement Officers write citations for violations such as exterior property maintenance, like high grass and weeds or trash and debris.

The City can clean up the location and then bill the property owner for the work if it is not done in the allotted time given. Junk or abandoned vehicles on private property or in the street can be towed away at the owner's expense.

All problems reported to Code Enforcement are confidential. The City is the complaining party – not you or your neighborhood. You don’t have to give us a name or phone number. We request this information so we can contact you with a follow-up, but you’re not required to give it to us.

The Planning Department is responsible for building and structure code enforcement such as fences and building repairs. Please contact the Planning Department for building/structure concerns. For all other property code enforcement concerns, contact us.