The code enforcement process is typically initiated in several ways:
- In response to a complaint by an individual; or a neighborhood association
- Observation of a code violation by City staff as they patrol the community and do their jobs;
- As a consequence of an action (for example, an application for a building permit or a request for a zoning variance).
The City relies on residents to help identify possible code violations, particularly in these areas:
- Snow and ice on public sidewalks
- Illegal signs, such as advertising flyers and portable ground signs
- Graffiti on public or private property
- Long grass and weed violations
- Illegal dumping of garbage and debris
- Abandoned and/or inoperable vehicles
- Illegal dumping of oils and other hazardous materials into storm drains
- Overgrown foliage blocking stop signs, impeding sight of driveways or making corners dangerous
- Parking regulations in residential neighborhoods – on-street parking and parking on lawns
- Overflowing garbage or other garbage problems
- Zoning and occupancy issues
- Housing maintenance issues
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