Part of keeping out city safe and comfortable to live in is the enforcement of local ordinances and state laws concerning livig conditions and general cleanliness.  While everyone’s idea of that can differ, our code enforcement officer utilizes these laws to ensure fair and equal enforcement throughout the city. 

Zoning

Includes issues such as parking on unpaved surfaces, junk stored outside and RV storage as well sign usage and property requirements. Violations are usually given between 1 and 10 days to be abated.

Junked Vehicles

Applies to vehicles that are on private property that have expired tags or inspection and have not moved in 30 days. Process begins with notice of violation, and then a public hearing is held for an order of abatement to be issued so the vehicle may be towed.

Weeds and Rubbish

Covers vegetation on private property and adjacent public property (alleys) that has grown to a height over 12 inches and junk or debris that has not been properly disposed of. Property owners are notified by regular mail and by a posting placed on the property. Properties that remain in violation at re-inspection are abated by private contractors for the city.