Code Enforcement Process

This is a short description of the process used by the Code Enforcement section  when a violation is discovered in a neighborhood:  

• A Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) issues a notice of violation upon finding a code violation.  The notice allows reasonable time for compliance.
  
• The CEO attempts to contact anyone who receives a notice to work with them to resolve the violation.
  
• The citizens that receive notices have the right to appeal notice before the Property Maintenance Board or the Board of Zoning Adjustments.
  
• 85% of the cases are complied, however, if the violation is not resolved the CEO may recommend a legal action be heard before the Environmental Division of the Franklin County Municipal Court.  For additional information about a case that has been filed, please call 645-5994 or follow this link to the Franklin County Municipal Court.