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CODE ENFORCEMENT
What is code inforcement?
Overgrown lots, litter, stagnant water, discarded appliances and furniture, junk vehicles, and unsecured vacant buildings are all potential health or safety hazards and are considered a public nuisance. When it is determined that a violation of a property maintenance code exists, the owner is notified and required to correct the problem within a reasonable period. Enforcement of continuing violations is by prosecution in Municipal Court and/or abatement by the City. Also, in an effort to improve and maintain the quality of housing, the City requires a basic health and safety inspection whenever a rental unit is leased to a new tenant unless such inspection has already been done within the previous 18 months. Also, an inspection of the exterior meter loop is required when utilities are transferred from one name to another for owner-occupied homes. Any deficiencies identified in the inspection must be corrected before permanent utility service is reconnected, and before the apartment or house may be occupied.
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