Code Enforcement

Code enforcement inspectors play a crucial role in promoting a safe and healthy community by ensuring compliance with city ordinances. This can encourage investments, safeguard property values and nurture civic pride. Their responsibilities include:

• Conducting routine inspections of properties to check for code violations
• Identifying and documenting violations.
• Notifying property owners and residents of code violations and providing information on how to correct the issue.
• Monitoring and tracking the progress of property owners and residents addressing and correcting violations.
• Keeping detailed records of inspections, violations and actions taken by the property owner or resident to correct the issue.
• Taking enforcement actions when property owners and residents do not address the violations. These actions may include issuing citations, fines and even initiating legal proceedings.

How to Report a Violation

Citizens are encouraged to report violations when they see them. You can do this by submitting a report online or by calling 618-242-6830.

Common Violations

The most common violations are:

• Tall grass
• Junk
• Weeds
• Debris
• Vehicles that do not operate and do not have a current license.