Top 10 Code Violations

Address Numerals

House address numbers not displayed or visible from street. Refer to your local municipality for any address numeral requirements. For example, in Oakland Park address numerals at least 3 inches high are be required to be installed on all residential buildings with 4 dwelling units or less, all other residential and nonresidential buildings shall have address numerals at least 10 inches high.

If street lights are out and there are emergency needs, the police, EMS or fire department need to be able to easily identify the house.

Accumulation of Trash & Debris

Trash and debris may not be left in yards, unless it is in the proper location for collection by a waste hauler. This includes auto parts, appliances, furniture, building materials, garbage, paper, cardboard, tree trimmings, limbs or other items not suitable for storage in the open.

 Improper placement of trash receptacles.

 

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Boats, Recreational Vehicles, & Trailers

Boats, recreational vehicles (RVs), and trailers in residential areas shall be parked and screened from view on three sides, unless registered as non-conforming uses with the city. Not more than 1 (one) recreational vehicle (camping trailer, truck camper, and motor home) shall not be occupied, except for the purpose of repair or maintenance, at any time during said parking or storage.

Inoperable Motor Vehicles

Inoperative and/or derelict vehicles are not permitted. A vehicle is considered inoperable if a current tag isn’t displayed and/or it is not fully equipped to legally and safely operate on public streets.

Condition of Structures

The maintenance of all structures is the responsibility of the owner. Any deteriorating wood, siding, roof covering, fence, walls, and so on, should be maintained in sound condition and good repair. 

Landscape Maintenance Standards

Maintenance of yards and swales/rights-of-way abutting property are the responsibility of the property owner. The right-of-way must be free of obstructions caused by trees, vegetation, or other objects. Landscaping must be maintained. 

Accumulation of Trash & Debris

Trash and debris may not be left in yards, unless it is in the proper location for collection by a waste hauler. This includes auto parts, appliances, furniture, building materials, garbage, paper, cardboard, tree trimmimgs, limbs, or other items not suitable for storage in the open. Improper placement of trash receptacles.

Bulk Trash Violations

Bulk trash shall not be placed on  the swale for pickup earlier than 48 hours before the start of the scheduled bulk tash collection times. Refer to your city’s website for Bulk Pickup Map along with the schedule for collection days in your neighborhood.

Pool Fences & Enclosures

All swimming pools are required to have a fence at least four feet high or a screeen enclosure that must meet pool barrier codes. 

Work Without Permits

It is unlawful to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, remove, or demolish any building, structure, or any part thereof; or to change the occupancy of a building from one use group to another without first having filed application and obtaining a permit. 

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