There are circumstances when Code Enforcement Officers/Inspectors observe poor conditions on residential properties that are not currently addressed by regulations. As Staff continue efforts to prevent slum & blight and preserve and enhance neighborhoods, amendments are needed to the Code to address property maintenance.  This Code amendment specifically regulates the maintenance of residential roofs, gutters, driveways, walkways and other exterior surfaces.

The proposed new language is shown with underlining and deleted language is shown with strikethrough. 

Compatibility with Comprehensive Plan:

The proposal is consistent with the following Comprehensive Plan objectives and policies:

• Future Land Use Element Policy 1.2.3 - The City shall, through the enforcement of all applicable laws and regulations and the provision of a variety of residential zoning categories, encourage opportunities for all citizens to purchase or rent decent, safe and sanitary housing which they can afford, free from arbitrary discrimination.

• Future Land Use Element Policy 1.2.4 - Existing residential areas shall be protected from the encroachment of incompatible activities; likewise, other land use areas shall be protected from the encroachment of incompatible residential activities.

• Future Land Use Element Policy 1.2.5 - The conservation, maintenance and rehabilitation of existing residential areas shall be encouraged.