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The Neighborhood Enhancement Section is
responsible for the enforcement of a variety of municipal codes,
ordinances and rehabilitation programs which were created to promote the health,
safety, and welfare of our citizens. The enforcement of codes and use of
rehabilitation programs will enhance the quality of life in our city and help to
maintain healthy neighborhoods free of
unsightly or hazardous conditions that can have a negative impact on surrounding
property values.
Code Summaries:
The
Nuisance and
Property Enhancement
was designed to help reverse the process of neighborhood
deterioration and enhance the quality of life in our city. Commonly
enforced prohibitions of this code include:
Trash, litter, and debris
Junk yards or dumping grounds
Inoperable/unregistered vehicles and parts
Lawn parking
Excessive dog litter
Sidewalk obstructions
Deteriorated fences and walls
Barking dogs
Weeds and grass (over 12")
Dead or deteriorated landscaping
Chipping or peeling paint
Deteriorated roofs
Excessive palm fronds
Commercial vehicle violations
Unsecured swimming pool enclosures
Stagnant pool water
The
Rental Housing Code
ensures that our rental housing, both single family
homes and multi-family units, remain free of deteriorated and slum-like
conditions. The code was not designed to settle
landlord-tenant disputes. It establishes a set of minimum standards in each
of the following areas:
Sanitary facilities
Food preparation facilities
Electrical and lighting
Doors, windows, and ventilation
Heating and cooling
Space and occupancy
Safety and security
General maintenance
The
Zoning Ordinance
establishes procedures for obtaining use permits and requesting variances from
the code provisions. Some of the more common complaints we investigate include:
Excessive occupancy
RV, boat, and trailer storage
Placement of accessory buildings
Home occupation violations
Fence heights and placement
The
Noise Ordinance
covers
different sources of noise and several different city departments share
responsibility for the enforcement of the code. Some of the more common
complaints that we are responsible for investigating include complaints of
excessive noise generated from the following sources:
Air conditioners
Construction equipment and activity
Machinery
Loud Parties are
under the jurisdiction of the Police Department
480-966-6211
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