Marshfield City Administrator Discusses Code Enforcement

Monday, September 30th, 2024 -- 11:01 AM

At the recent Marshfield Common Council meeting, City Administrator Steve Barg discussed Code Enforcement.

He explained how the city enforces municipal codes, focusing on building safety, zoning, and property maintenance. These codes are designed to ensure public health, safety, and welfare. Common violations include overgrown lawns, unpermitted construction, unsafe structures, and parking violations. How the city addresses code violations typically include a few different steps including:

• Notification: Sending a notice to property owners about the violation.
• Timeline for Compliance: Offering a grace period for owners to fix the issue.
• Fines and Penalties: Potential financial penalties if the violation is not corrected within the allowed time.
• Legal Action: In extreme cases, the city might pursue legal remedies to enforce compliance.

The goals of enforcing these codes includes Maintaining property values, neighborhood appearance, and ensuring safety within the community and Encouraging residents to report violations and educating the public about compliance.

The action for this agenda item was informational only, meaning no formal decisions or votes were required.

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