Code Enforcement

Complainants do not have to identify themselves; although if they would like an inspector to contact them regarding the status of the investigation, their name and daytime telephone number are necessary.

Code Enforcement has many methods of initiating contact. The standard enforcement tool is the "Courtesy Notice." This is a printed document that lists general common violations and detailed required corrective actions to resolve the complaint. The Code Enforcement Officer may add more detailed descriptions of the violation, or describe other violations not listed on the form.

 In most cases, Code Enforcement will try to make contact with occupants by knocking on the door or ringing the doorbell. If there is no answer at the door, a door hanger is left at the front door.  This is used when an investigation is required and the violation or problem may not be clearly visible to the officer. The officer describes the possible problem on the door hanger. Additionally, the officer's name and phone number will be listed with a request that you call within a specified time. Because the violation may not be clearly visible, and a complaint has been filed, the Code Enforcement Officer needs some method of letting the resident know that a possible violation may be on the property.

The Courtesy Notice or orange door hanger contains the phone number of the issuing Code Enforcement Officer. Code Enforcement encourages you to call, not only if you have received a violation, but to answer any questions you may have regarding Town ordinances. Code Enforcement is here to work with you to ensure that our community will remain a highly valued place to live.